Professional Models Teach You How to Pose for Self-Portraits

[@MangoStreet]

if you take self-portraits this week, tag us and add the hashtags #mangostreetquarantine. we’ll be sharing some of our favorites on our instagram stories 🤠

[@deangelamoore]

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[@rockmusicvideoreviewer896]

an ad interrupted your Square Space moment, lol

[@japhetlim1671]

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[@nicholaswong4967]

Can we appreciate the fact that they actually put effort into making sponsored videos? I love it

[@Bunno.menteritual]

I realized that! just said that to my wife.

[@rachelansley6257]

I skip everyone else's ads but i'm always curious what they've done this time even though it's always for the same product haha

[@krystalannawilliams2653]

yea

[@krystalannawilliams2653]

@@rachelansley6257 🖼

[@mauricehalfhide3982]

The male model is a really good instructor!

[@ienasees3746]

“but as someone who has plenty of bad pictures” *footage not found* I FELT THAT

[@EriIaz]

I mean, trash can is one of the most powerful tools in photography.. 🗑️

[@neele621]

Why did Mango Street know that I needed that video immediately after ordering a new tripod to step up my self portrait game? honestly, thank you guys so much. This channel is my absolute favorite in terms of learning and aesthetically pleasing photography.

[@sadebairakau9522]

same same 👏

[@thangys]

There is something about taking selfportraits :) intimacy between just yourself

[@EbukaMordi]

Okay i think my modelling career just started as a result of this video.

[@thangys]

Haha :D mine too

[@dsylecsi]

Top tip: Since I live alone and can't find my "angles". I've started to use video, the pull the best frames from the 4K footage. Now I've learned how I make myself look better in photos :)

[@aandm7772]

YES!! tHIS!

[@neegas3490]

Oohh

[@hidankakuzu6052]

How do you do that in a phone?

[@likhithjsw]

I'm not sure how many people have already said this, but the production quality on each one of your videos is exceptionally great. Got introduced to it very recently and can't stop marvelling at your videos. If only I ever meet you guys, I just want to hug both of you and treat both of you for waffles. Lots of love.

[@ladylavender7411]

I love this. It's really cool to see all of the awkward photos that didn't turn out great, you know? That's real life and I, as a viewer, appreciate seeing that so much. I get so scared to be in front of the camera and it seems like 90% of my photos are awkward. This was helpful.

[@krystalannawilliams2653]

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[@mason7031]

i feel like modelling is a mixture of dancing and acting

[@judeac]

two of my worst/nonexistent skills 😀

[@punitkk7696]

Totally

[@SatanSupimpa]

No self-portraits were taken in the making of this video.

[@agentvoz4707]

I've learned more about modeling by the guy instructor than any KZbin video ever. Let's get more of him!

[@sebasgzz05]

"learn your angles" what if I'm just ugly

[@Kroitk]

Then RIP pal, there's no fixing ugly apparently

[@Echoechostar]

You could try taking silhouette photos! That way it's more gentle on your features :)

[@potmki6601]

I'm sure you're beautiful in your own way

[@tiaradigital1594]

Me. I literally only look decent at ONE single angle and thats the only one I use it's dreadful XD

[@Muramasao]

today's beauty standard is not impossible. it is just expensive if you want to change many things.

[@CDeeez94]

"Try to actually think about something while you pose." Ok, why had I not thought of that before?

[@chiiana]

Your "not a professional model" disclaimer seems a little outdated now - you are slaying it!! :D

[@AnneParmeter]

This is really helpful, and also helps me understand why we pay models for their work :) It's not easy stuff!

[@alwaysyouramanda]

😭 I can’t model but a friend had me for 4 hours- some of the poses hurt even

[@Christinamychas]

Daniel really made socks and slippers look fashion af 🙌🏻

[@olyap.1099]

Guys - just want to send some love. Loved your video. The guy did great job in this double stress situation filming, posing, acting, relaxing, taking notes from model. You guys realy showed all the issues that models, photographer, environment, prop's, faces during the shooting. Even if this a friends shoot, prof shoot or a self-portrait.

[@danielvillegaspinto6658]

This was one of my favorite videos from you guys to date. Matthew was awesome with his tips and feedback and for guys it's usually hard to find stuff on how to behave in front of a camera, so I hope you do more videos like this ! You should

[@cnanian_]

This is exactly the video I needed right now. Thank you so much!

[@jakubmazur8938]

I don't know if you guys feel the same but I feel like many of the videos produced nowadays are the best because it's usually the basic stuff we can do too. I love it ❤️. Newest videos from Mango Street, Peter McKinnon, Evan Ranft are one of the best they've made

[@AngelicaAgelviz]

wow, mad props to your male model for giving out STELLAR advice throughout the shoot. no joke, I felt like I learned so much, and he was such a supportive and presence while ALSO being extremely helpful. love him hardcore, best to him!

[@ashlieclark1008]

Ooo that evil villain look is amazing! This is my first time watching. I’m just beginning photography. And I could feel that awkwardness through the screen. It’s so genuine and relatable. ❤️

[@HANDULKIM]

Watching you two guys, make my confidence back again from out of nowhere

[@ZombiexCakes]

Thank-you for putting yourselves out there and letting us see you work through the unknown, awkwardness of what to do and feeling odd. It puts a better "I can do this!" perspective than watching models who do it perfectly.

[@markkut]

This was so helpful seeing the whole process unfold, and it was pretty entertaining! Super solid video with lots to learn from!

[@ItsPhilH]

I've never felt more spiritually connected to someone as I did to Daniel through the majority of this video

[@idlikeabetternickname]

I didn't even finish the video yet, but I have o say... It was so HONEST. So many tuts about posing consists of a few points presented in a cinematic way. When you try them yourself you're like whatever, it's not for me, or "let's go back behind the camera where I belong". It's very encouraging to see you struggle with it too, being a great photographers at the same time. One of your best videos so far imo. Thanks!

[@idlikeabetternickname]

Oh and the models commenting was spot on! Damn, what a good job.

[@rhongomiant]

I will never get bored of your ads guys, so unique so thoughtful!

[@florenciafraga6843]

Rachel: ...since you probably don’t have a lot of models in your house Daniel: I know I don’t. omg SAVAGE hahah you guys are the best

[@ShayLeonia]

It was so comforting to know that two dope photographers feel as awkward posing in photos as I do.

[@ga_kibler]

The Peloton Parody was gold 😂

[@kallumbamber3488]

I love the grain you add to it and the nature/ plants you add to the photo aswell as just having natural light is amazing

[@seesawrosy]

I wasnt planning on taking self portraits but I'm portrait painter and I still think i got a great amount of amazing tips and inspiration of making my paintings more interesting

[@sambitparida4370]

"Think of the room as a model" That is some baller advice!

[@crystalconcrete7605]

It sounds like there's a difference between thinking of the room and the things in it versus thinking of them as props. Is there a difference or is it just another way of saying the same thing do you think?

[@dustinrawlings5149]

Funny AF when u guys put that clip in and said eeeeewww!!! Made me laugh so hard great tips also from the wonderful models 😃

[@elliotnemeth]

That Squarespace ad is straight up gold 💯

[@AutoFOCUSED.]

I'm surprised Rachel said she feels awkward a lot. I always thought she looked so natural in front of the camera, even with the awkward poses.

[@MangoStreet]

i feel awkward any time anyone looks at me even if it’s from begins a camera 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@AutoFOCUSED.]

@@MangoStreet I'm the same way too but because of it I would never be able to experiment with poses you do in your images. I always have sensed you have a bit of feeling awkward but then when you do the abstract poses I'm like... "I'm reading her wrong." lol Even more than before then... I feel you're brave. I couldn't do it. XD

[@florenciafraga6843]

your videos get funnier and funnier each time as y’all get more and more comfortable in from of the camera (even if you can’t feel it, we can!). Keep it up!

[@luiscenteno8118]

Wow, thank you guys! I know this one took guts! It's hard enough to do this WITHOUT the audience

[@Homecomingdisaster]

Oh my gawd, the Peleton spoof for Squarespace killed me .

[@gustavoh.8634]

those instrumentals in the beginning JESUS CHRIST WHAT WAS THAT-... I'm in love

[@jatinderkumar4277]

One thing I loved About This Video Is You Posted Not So Good Picture As Well Making It Organic 🙆🏻‍♂️❤️

[@smallfeet1345]

It’s crazy how you’ll feel “weird” during the shoot doing things you’d think are dumb while doing but then the shots are sick af 🔥🔥

[@michaelbaratta6560]

I love watching your channel and feeling like you guys are the main characters with a rotating cast of supporting characters. Kyra, Jasmine, Matthew, even Eric and Jessica. It was fun to see Kyra and Matthew get more of a speaking role this time haha.

[@miamaria8898]

I just want to thank you guys so much! i am an aspiring photographer from new zealand and im so clueless when it comes to posing models and this was extremely helpful! i wish there was more content like this on youtube! can't wait to watch more videos from you guys!

[@dan-allen]

This was amazing--seeing a couple people not comfortable in front of the camera and then the great photos that come out of it gives me hope. As communitychannel said once, "I don't know how people have their photo taken without having internal organs fail on them" 😂

[@theelaveaux]

These turned out so good but Matthew was serving!

[@albertrecio1567]

Just the content we're all waiting for 💕❤🤟

[@thangys]

It was super helpful :) right

[@enduringbird]

I like the one where Rachel is leaning against the wall through the plant but looking straight at the camera. It makes me feel like I got caught spying and I instantly felt a feeling that made me pause.

[@luciawilliams1602]

Ok but this video is so good!!! Kyra and Matthew gave solid information and I feel like I learned a lot just from watching this! Can't wait to try these tips out!

[@chiraagshah269]

Matthew's coaching was brilliant!

[@rifkyrifky8800]

Professional model's tips : dont be ugly, and chose ur DNA." 💁‍♂

[@potmki6601]

Professional loser advice: "always focus on things out of your control instead of things in your control"

[@alwaysyouramanda]

😂😭 luckily, we change every day, every minute-! Just a change in attitude will completely change the look of your face, and over time, the musculature and even bone structure is affected.

[@TarotTrismagistus]

GREAT VID! Love this because it gives me a better idea on how to direct and understand the model and capture the angles and art of it all better. Also, love your advertisement! You guys are the only ones who've actually put your creativity and personality in an ad! This really made me enjoy it all and actually makes me interested in checking out the product! Thanks guys!

[@satyadhamma645]

me: minimalize touching others rach and dan: handshaking with nose

[@MangoStreet]

that ad is is from several months ago 😉

[@satyadhamma645]

@@MangoStreet oh i'm sorryyyyyyyy

[@akipajarinen3805]

@@satyadhamma645 Yeah and a couple together in guarantine... You're worried about rubbing noses? :D What 1 has, another already has too

[@aandm7772]

im so impressed with your ad, wow haha i actually wanted to watch it - usually i skip forward

[@jeffjoycephotography]

This video is 3 years old but very very helpful. Super job!!!

[@trd2418]

Love how your videos are funny and informative at the same time.

[@Prejippie]

This is awesome! We take our own band photos and we will definitely use these tips for our next photo session and even during our music video shoot. Thanks, again, for making quarantine enriching! 🙌🏾😀

[@rutaemilija8653]

Oh my god, I usually have a dead look in my eyes too! It sounds ridiculous but the thinking tip is a game changer 😂🤩

[@myrealitymedia]

well produced! ya all Made this very fun, super creative combining the live feed to your models... great humor too!

[@tylerwashington9555]

desperately needed this. currently going through an esquire and gq inspired self photoshoot at home and it can be nerve-racking. thanks for the pointers

[@abbeyraynorvlogs]

I’ve actually been taking so many self portraits recently!! You guys are awesome!! Thanks for always inspiring me

[@ElyceBehrsin]

Also the end complication was so cuteee. Omg you guys are so cute

[@NIKONGUY1960]

Been so uninspired lately. This kinda kicked it into gear for me. Thanks. And you two are uber adorable.

[@flowersafeheart]

Educational and entertaining! Well-edited. Nice job diving in and growing your model skills. The models gave great advice and I like that it got a bit quirky and experimental. Another idea I have as an experiment is to try embracing awkward moments, like if something feels awkward could be interesting to lean into it and purposely go in that awkward mood direction. What brings that to mind is I've been to so many ecstatic dances and they're about just letting the feelings and body (and music) lead without caring how it looks - "dance ugly" - and it's so freeing and expressive that it actually ends up looking creative and beautiful. I know that's about authenticity instead of the acting and visual awareness of photography modeling so may not be relevant, but it comes to mind as a possible fun and useful experiment.

[@jessestarks3128]

This works for both models as well as photographers. Thanks for what you do!

[@sugamsingh5213]

You guys are gonna hit 1m soon. I am really happy for you!! I was following you guys from Day 1 🥰😍

[@kurisutofusan]

I did an amateur photo session with my niece as a model. She’s nine years old so not a pro, and I’m not a pro photographer. I wish I had watched that video first so I could give her advices. The tip about fluid movements between poses was something I noticed during the session too. All my best pictures were about movements my niece made between poses, without thinking. My most common sentence was “to back to the movement you just did”.

[@seekinghappy]

VERY cool video!!! This is exactly what I needed. The instruction from models and help during the photo shoot was so cool. I really appreciate this video and would love to see more like it. I'm subscribing!

[@asang333]

I quite like your color grading on the pictures nice work. would you mind sharing us some idea how you do the grading

[@Photo_doctor]

Can we all appreciate our man's dedication as a model 😅

[@andresbarriga5305]

I believe I am your 1 millonth subscriber. Keep it up guys. Nice Channel. Greetings from south america.

[@saurabhghadge6999]

Thanks guys Learned a lot from you Be safe take care guys ❤️

[@DanielOliveira-pn1rg]

What AMAZING video!! Love the feeling between you two here! Almost like one admiring another! And well... everybody on this video is gorgeous, so it's easier! hahahaha

[@sadebairakau9522]

I was honestly trying to search for this and MS put this up!😃 Thank you so much! Really appreciate everything you guys do! I've learnt so much from your channel! ❤

[@maryhenderson4929]

Absolutely best video so far!! I get it. Yeah

[@TheEquineImage]

lol Dude you're killing it with those slippers on. Great video.

[@Deep-Travel]

Cool video. Glad to see you are keeping busy during lock down. Thanks.

[@javimbu957]

Congratulations you guys made me don’t skip your Squarespace add 👏🏿👏🏿 very funny pelot... I mean...Squarespace girl 🤣😂

[@MunirRahool]

Models or not (although you two are good models) but you guys nailed being role models. :)

[@amandakenya3226]

Thanks guys. You are amazing! Really liked this. Saved on my playlists.

[@rhaque]

Daniel's evil villain is THE look. 🧿

[@elliotnemeth]

This was 100% the posing video I needed! Thanks for the awesome tips!!

[@dandanjoe]

Damn Daniel!!! Bring those supermodel vibes.. and Rachel with the corkiness!!! Love it!!

[@xoxo4Korey]

Um, this is the cutest video I have ever stumbled upon. Thank you for the giggles. Oh, and the useful tips! ^_^

[@AmritaBhortake]

Thanks for the tutorial, you guys! I am awful at self-portraits and this helped quite a lot. Also, Rachel, the hair cut looks dope!

[@maxkuzma2934]

that thinking tip is 10/10, thanks for this guys

[@TlangiBaloyi]

These tips were really helpful. I am excited to use them and create some lovely pictures. Thanks for this video :)

[@rorythorns1597]

Yay another video for my quarantine entertainment!

[@rafaelsoriano4292]

Hi there! Awesome shots. Do you ever share gear/settings you were using? Thank you.

[@jimcielencki1212]

The Peloton/SquareSpace spoof was amazing.

[@videoluvr2]

Thank you and your models for the great suggestions for helping to pose.

[@yosephjaphar]

You guys are models! Our roles models

[@sophiawise6542]

Thanks for the tips! You guys are so awesome!

[@clarisse.padilla]

I LOVE YOUR FRENCHIE! 😭

[@L.Spencer]

Modeling is different than a self portrait, you tell your own story.

[@Shailesh97699]

Thanks a million for this video

[@HeyThisIsAndrew]

Good morning! The notification bell failed to notify me this went live... the bell is broken! also wooot! Channel subscriber growth Mango Street to 1 Million!

[@djwatson]

This was awesome. I have a photoshoot today and this helped out a lot. Thank you :)