Are you considering doing a photoshoot and wondering if pin up photos are right for you? Pin up photography is a fun and flirty style that gives you a chance to let your personality shine through.
Let's take a look at what pin up photos are so you can decide if you want to shoot some of your own.
What Are Pin Up Photos? (3 Key Features)
Pin up is a very distinct style. Here are the elements of pin up photography that make it different from other genres.
1. Vintage Feel
The pin up art style became popular in the 1940s and persisted throughout the 1950s. Pin up photos still maintain the look and feel of this era.
Outfits, sets, and hair and makeup styling for pin up photos will all reflect the trends and fashions of the 40's and 50's. Some popular costumes for pin up photoshoots include WWII-style uniforms, vintage swimsuits, high-waisted shorts, and polka-dot swing dresses.
Overall, the retro look of pin up photos is the most defining element of the style.
2. Focus on the Woman's Personality
If boudoir photos are all about the woman's beauty and sensuality, the point of pin up photos is the woman's personality.
Exaggerated facial expressions are common in pin up photos, and they tend to feature cheerful and flirty looks. A pin up photoshoot should be super playful and express your individuality and femininity.
3. Leave Something to the Imagination
Although many people would rightfully call pin up photos sexy, they're not meant to be as intimate as boudoir photos. While pin up outfits are often tight-fitting and show off the subject's legs and figure, they tend to leave something to the imagination.
Pin up photos usually keep the mood light and flirtatious but don’t get too revealing. That said, they're still a great way to build confidence and body positivity, especially if a true boudoir shoot sounds really intimidating to you.
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