Rise Photo Academy – The Posing Course by Dawn Charles

Build confidence directing people in front of the camera. This course explores how to prepare clients, create a relaxed atmosphere, and guide natural movement and interaction. Studio discussions, Q&A and live demonstrations show how posing and prompting can support expressive photographs and visual storytelling.

What You Will Learn

• Set expectations before a session and help clients feel comfortable.
• Use base poses, actions and transitions to create variety.
• Direct different personalities and couples who feel less confident on camera.
• Adapt your approach to couples, weddings, individuals, wedding parties and families.
• Observe live couples and styled elopement sessions with commentary.

Course Materials

The official course includes 75 prompt cards to support on-location direction. The supplied download set places Prompt Cards in its own archive.