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Good Props for Modeling Photography

When shooting fashion or model photography, studio photographers will often use different props to create a mood or setting for the shoot. Each shoot is different from one another based on the client̵7;s requirements. Some may choose a very minimalist look in which the model may only be resting against a stool, while other may be more involved, and employ cars, motorcycles or even animals as props for the photo shoot.

Stool or Chair
- A stool is pretty much a standard item in photography studios. The stool allows a model to sit when headshots are being photographed, and is a standard for upper body portrait photography. A chair can also be used and offers more options for posing the model by turning the chair around and having the model straddle it, or positioning it sideways and having the model support her head with hand on the back of the chair.
Fan
- A fan can be used as both a prop and a tool in photography. As a prop, a fan, particularly an older-looking fan, can be used to convey hot summer days or an older vintage photo shoot. It can be used as tool when turned on to provide wind so the model̵7;s hair is blowing.
Folding Room Divider
- These items are great to use in model photography. They can be used in the background, as blinds that the model can partially stand behind, or as an object for the model to rest or carefully lean against. If you are able to get an older room divider they, like an old fan, can create an image that has the feel of an older photo shoot.
Old Phone
- An old phone can be used for a age-specific photo shoot or the phone can be used so your model is doing something in the picture. There are many different poses you can create when you add a simple prop like a phone into your photo shoot.

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