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SUMMARY
Photographer Luke Cleland advocates for a shift in directing couples for photos, moving away from rigid poses towards a guiding approach. He explains that wedding clients are not models and struggle to translate instructions into natural body language, leading to stiffness. Cleland's philosophy prioritizes making couples feel comfortable and confident, allowing them to fall into organic positions. This method aims to help couples forget they are being photographed, transforming the process from stressful to exciting.
TAKEAWAYS
Genuine-looking couple photos depend more on directing philosophy than specific poses.
Wedding clients often lack the modeling skills to translate instructions into natural poses.
Prioritizing comfort and confidence allows couples to relax and achieve effortless positions.
Guiding couples naturally helps them forget they are being photographed.