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May be more energetic and prefer more excitement and enthusiasm. During your initial conversations with the model, ask them about their preferred style for direction so that they feel entirely comfortable.

Poses
Encourage your models to move around between shots to prevent a stiff or unnatural appearance. Encourage them to practice poses in front of a mirror and find inspiration from magazines, editorials, other models, and other model photographers, as well as anywhere else they can find inspiration.

Posing the with Clothes
Consider the types of outfits the model will be wearing. Is it a flowy, bohemian outfit? Or is it a tailored suit? While one may call for a more carefree attitude, the other will demand a more confident pose. While it’s the model who’s wearing the outfit, the photographer’s direction will bring it all together and highlight the most unique aspects of the clothes.

Maintain a Comfortable Work Environment
Make the entire experience as comfortable as possible for your model and the rest of your team. Provide water, refreshments, snacks, and a laid-back environment. Take breaks together and talk about your favorite subjects. In a nutshell, you want everyone to loosen up a bit while still staying professional.

Dealing with some Hiccups During the Session
Fashion shoots may introduce a variety of photography challenges. Nonetheless, these challenges can be navigated and overcome with adept strategies and preparation.

Dealing with Slow Strobes
When working with continuous studio strobe lights with a slow recycling time of around 5 seconds, you might miss some gold moments. Choosing a lower-power studio strobe or using flash guns can give you a quicker recycling time to get the shots you need.

Managing the Client
At times, the model might feel pressure from a client watching the shoot. This is your moment to be reassuring and let them know to trust your vision and direction. For this reason, everyone, client included, must constantly communicate during the process, even before the photoshoot date. If the model feels reassured, they will be more likely to feel comfortable and deliver their best performance.