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in a different genre though -- plus size modeling. Here's a few tips...
Background is VERY important. If you are shooting at a location, make sure there's nothing distracting in the background or anything that shouldn't be there.
Costume changes. You'll want them to have at least 3 costume changes, maybe more. Casual, business, semi-formal, swimsuit, lingerie... whatever they are comfortable with.
COLOR COLOR COLOR. Bright, eye-popping color that complements the model's natural coloring. A few B&W photos are fine, but color seems to the norm.
Angles. Shoot from every angle you can think of. Bring a step ladder. Some angles are more flattering than others. Shooting from above with the model looking up with make her look thinner. Shooting from the ground, looking up at the model, will make her look taller but also thicker.
Face shots. Take LOTS of face shots. In modeling, it's not only about the body, it's about the face just as much.
Full-length shots. You want to show the model from head to toe in shots as well. Full-length shots and face shots are staples of modeling portfolios.
Posing. I've been lucky with the models I have shot. They were experienced, and I really didn't need to 'pose' them. I just let them do their thing, and I just kept shooting as they moved and posed themselves. However, try to get them posed in all different ways -- standing, sitting, laying down, from the side, from the back, with them looking over a shoulder, etc.
Good luck, and have fun! :)
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