Positioning Bodies

Descriptors for character posture, stance, and seated/standing poses used in prompt composition.

Standing & Seated Positions

• standing — neutral upright posture
• sitting — engaged seated position
• kneeling — character on knees
• crouching — compact low position
• lying down — horizontal reclined pose

Dynamic Postures

• contrapposto — upper body twisted opposite to lower body (natural, dynamic)
• weight shift — one hip raised, natural stance
• arching back — spine bend with contrapposto effect
• leaning against wall — casual supported pose

Arm & Hand Positioning

• arms crossed — defensive or casual posture
• arms raised — surrender, greeting, or celebration
• hands on hips — confident stance
• hands behind back — formal or restrained pose
• hand on head — contemplative or casual gesture