Posing Couples
and Small Groups
What cameras can be used for this class?
Any Camera!
DSLR, Mirrorless, Smartphone, Film
What you'll practice:
• Use body angles, weight shifts and comfortable hand placement.
• Arrange different heights and keep every face visible.
• Use interaction prompts to encourage natural expressions.
• Choose camera distance, aperture and focus placement to help keep the group sharp.
• Catch awkward overlaps, cropped limbs and background distractions before shooting.
Leave with a repeatable posing process and a checklist that helps you direct people with greater confidence.
Know what to say when people ask, “What should we do?” Learn a practical way to arrange couples and small groups, guide hands and body angles, and encourage natural expression. Join Jay Batchler at Atlanta School of Photography in Old Fourth Ward for demonstrations and guided posing practice you can use with couples, friends and families.
Build a pose in a clear order: choose your camera position, arrange bodies, check faces and hands, then use a simple prompt to bring out connection. Practice giving friendly directions that help people feel comfortable rather than uncertain.
Meet Your Instructor
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Meet Your Instructor ///
Jay Batchler
Jay’s creative path started behind the camera, where he developed a keen eye for everything from intimate portraits to sprawling commercial real estate and product photography. That same passion and attention to detail led him to the world of film.
Now based in Atlanta, Jay has carved out a successful film career in post-production. His dedication and skill were recognized in June 2025 when he became the V.P. of Post-Production at Swirl Films, where he also plays a key role in Creative Operations (CCO) and Distribution.
A true innovator, Jay's influence extends to the very tools of his trade; he helped train Adobe Firefly and Photoshop's "Generative Fill" feature in 2020-2021. His unique artistic vision was also celebrated by Adobe in 2025, which named him an "Emerging Artist" for his work under the name Jaybatchofcookies.
Location
Old Fourth Ward
East Side Beltline near Krog St Market
Free, Dedicated Parking Lot
Frequently Asked Questions
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Camera, a lens that can frame a small group, charged battery and memory card.
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Yes! For both locations!
Our Old Fourth Ward has a dedicated parking lot. We will send out a validation code just prior to the workshop start time.Our Sandy Springs location has a parking deck dedicated to Northside Tower.
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We absolutely welcome note taking! But, we also send out a link to the slide deck presentation from every workshop, so you can focus on learning.
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You can send us an email at staff@atlschoolofphoto.com or call or text us at 404-996-6978
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The majority of our workshops are beginner friendly! However, if you want to be sure, email us at staff@atlschoolofphoto.com
Be sure to check out our Photo 1 class to learn more