Book Pages Fan Face
An open book fanned wide hiding the lower face, sharp eyes peering over the fluttering pages.
When to use this pose
A beginner creative pose for Instagram photos, set in a home setting, during the day. Who is in the photo: solo.
How to do this pose
- Hold the open book spine-out below the eyes
- Fan the pages with both thumbs
- Lock eyes with the lens over the top edge
- Keep elbows tucked for a tight frame
Photography tips
Riffle the pages as you shoot so they blur while the eyes stay tack sharp.
Expression
Playful secret-keeping crinkle in the eyes.
Camera angle
Eye level, tight crop on eyes and pages.
Suggested props
- Book
Camera settings
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