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==== The seated pose is particularly problematic. ====

What went wrong:
• Hands are clasped low and compressed, drawing attention to the midsection.
• The seated posture collapses the torso instead of elongating it.
• Knees, thighs, and waist are compressed against the stool.
• The full-body pose lacks energy and line.

Why this hurts the image:
Even experienced models need posing guidance. Sitting straight-on to the camera with hands stacked in the lap emphasizes compression and shortens the body. The pose reads stiff and uncomfortable rather than confident or elegant.

A better approach:
Angle the body 30–45 degrees, shift weight, elongate the spine, and separate arms slightly from the torso. Hands should create shape, not pressure.