Although model headshots in Hong Kong may not require special poses, there are certain rules that the beginner model should remember as they get their headshots done.
Positioning your face head-on and giving a direct look into the camera is not always artistically and compositionally justified and won’t look good when the picture needs to be given drama. For a better effect, it is best to turn your face at an angle to the camera. Then the look will also be directed at an angle, which will create a sense of intrigue and mystery for the viewer.
Pay attention to which side the light is coming from. Remember that light creates additional shadows on the face (skin imperfections in the opposite direction from the light source will become more visible, therefore, you need to turn your head so that they are completely illuminated).
Keep your shoulders lowered and relaxed. During your model photoshoot in Hong Kong, remember to be as relaxed as possible, as it really shows through the pictures.
Don’t forget about the principle of asymmetry: a head leaning to a raised shoulder will create a playful impression, while a head tilted to a lower shoulder helps the model express her self-esteem.
Headshot poses include looking directly into the camera, half-turn, looking over your shoulder and so on. In any of these poses, as a model, you need to emphasize your facial expressions and the shape of the chin and this can only be done by lifting your chin and stretching your neck as much as possible. Posing well and working with your photographer will help open doors in Hong Kong.