The camera speaks a different language than the natural eye. I share daily posing breakdowns on how to move for the camera and get the results you really want, photos that don’t feel awkward and stiff. Comment POSE and get my 7 minute posing fundamentals video. | Rigel Jackson Portraits

Sitting poses can be tricky. If you sit straight down, everything shortens and goes boxy fast. A small shift forward creates length, control, and a much more natural posture, especially in midlife, when seated photos start to feel harder. I’m Rigel Jackson, a portrait photographer who helps midlife women feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera, even if they’ve always felt awkward in photos. Save this for your next photo moment, or follow along for more simple, human posing tips. |

Behind the lens — a little glimpse into what it looks like as we capture someone’s best day. 🤩 Enjoy a few behind-the-scenes moments paired with the final results! (You might spot Sarah in Jamie’s jacket — anything for warmth on a cold shoot day! 😂) We truly love what we do, and it’s an honor to tell these stories. Every detail matters to us — from giving clear direction in posing to constantly checking our shots to make sure everything looks just right. We’re all about the details and making