Modern Senior Posing with Chris Gronde

Modern Senior Posing is a live demonstration class designed to help photographers create senior portraits that feel natural, confident, and genuinely connected. Instead of relying on awkward pose lists or Pinterest screenshots, this class focuses on understanding how to direct people and use the building blocks of posing to create images that feel flattering and real.

In this class, the Grondes break down exactly how they pose and direct both senior girls and guys to create portraits that feel modern rather than stiff. You’ll learn how to communicate more clearly with clients, build variety quickly during a session, and create genuine expressions that lead to stronger images and a better overall experience.

This class includes a dedicated 30 minutes of Q&A directly with The Grondes.

What You'll Learn

• Confidently direct senior guys and girls into natural-looking poses without relying on awkward pose lists and Pinterest screenshots.
• Build variety quickly during a session while flattering different body types, personalities, and comfort levels.
• Create genuine expressions that make seniors feel confident and make moms purchase prints.
• Understand the building blocks of posing so you can adapt your direction to each individual client.

Who It's For

• Photographers who struggle with communicating and posing with their clients.
• Senior photographers who want to understand the building blocks of posing rather than memorizing pose lists or Pinterest boards.
• Photographers who want genuine expressions rather than awkward, shy stares.
• Anyone who wants to create senior portraits that today’s seniors actually connect with.

How to Join

• The class will be delivered via Zoom Webinars. You’ll need access to Zoom through a web browser or the Zoom app in order to participate.
• To reserve your spot, register using the Sign Up form and button above. Space is limited.
• A unique Zoom join link will be sent to the maximum number of participants per class. You’ll receive this link one hour before the class start time.

About the Instructor

Chris and Brandy Gronde, better known as “The Grondes,” are international award-winning wedding and senior portrait photographers based in Indianapolis, IN.

Chris was the third-place finalist on season two of The Creator Series, as well as a member of Team USA and bronze medalist in the 2024 World Photographic Cup.

Both Chris and Brandy’s work have been featured in magazines like Shutter Magazine, Wedding Day Magazine, and on the cover of Senior Year Magazine.

They have been running a successful studio since 2009, first in Washington, DC, and now in Indianapolis, where they are known for their high-fashion senior portraits and timeless wedding photography.