IMAGE VARIATIONS
Pose variations for the same figure, without starting over
A single good figure often needs to appear in several poses: walking for a hero image, seated for an article, pointing for an infographic, in motion for an ad. In ImageQuarry you select the image and ask for a new pose in words, keep each pose as a version, and branch from the one that works, so the figure, outfit and setting carry through while the pose changes.
Describe the pose in body terms, say what should stay, and compare each version.
Last updated October 2026
How to explore pose variations with ImageQuarry
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Select the figure
Start from an image you generated or uploaded. Note what defines the figure: face, hair, outfit, colors.
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Describe the pose concretely
Ask for the pose in body terms: seated on the edge of a desk, one hand on the knee, looking left. Vague words such as dynamic leave too much open.
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Say what should stay
In the same request, list what to keep, such as the outfit and the background. Review the new version to see how closely it followed that.
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Compare the poses
Compare versions side by side, choose the poses you need and download them.
Pose variation requests
Seated
Seated poses suit articles, interviews and calm scenes.
In motion
Movement adds energy to adverts and covers.
Gesture
Gestures direct attention in explainer images.
Three-quarter view
A three-quarter angle is often more flattering than straight on.
Interaction
Holding or using an object explains what a scene is about.
Relaxed versus formal
Body language changes the tone of a portrait.
What to know about pose variations
Hands and limbs need checking
Image models can struggle with hands and with limbs that cross the body. Look at each version closely and choose the one where anatomy reads naturally.
Body language sets tone
Open poses feel welcoming, crossed arms feel guarded, leaning forward feels engaged. Choose the pose for the message.
Keep the frame in mind
A new pose can change how much space the figure needs. Check that the crop still works for your layout.
Concrete words work best
Describing which way the head turns, where the hands are and what the weight is on guides the result more than adjectives.
Say what to keep
A change request can say what to keep as well as what to change, for example the face, outfit and background.
Branch the poses
Branch from any earlier version, not only the latest, to try another pose while the first stays in place.
Common poses and their uses
| Pose | Use | Ask for |
|---|---|---|
| Standing, facing camera | Profiles, about pages | Standing, relaxed shoulders, facing forward |
| Seated | Interviews, articles | Seated on a stool, hands on knees |
| Walking | Hero banners, ads | Mid-stride, looking ahead |
| Pointing | Explainers, slides | Pointing to the empty side of the frame |
| Using an object | Product and how-to images | Holding the tool with both hands |
| Leaning | Casual lifestyle | Leaning on the wall, one foot crossed |
What are pose variations?
Pose variations are versions of an image where the same figure takes a different pose, gesture or angle, used to get several usable images of one character or person concept for a layout, a story or a campaign.
They are not motion capture or a rigged character. Each version is a still image; check anatomy and consistency in each one.
Pose variation questions
Can I change the pose in an image I upload?
Yes. Upload the image, select it and describe the new pose.
Will the outfit stay the same?
List the outfit as something to keep. Review the new version to see how closely it followed that.
Can I use a pose reference?
Yes. Add a reference image of the pose. References guide the result. Review each version to see how closely it follows them.
What if the hands look wrong?
Ask for a small correction on that version, such as hands resting flat on the table, or try another pose; earlier versions are preserved.
Can I compare poses for a layout?
Compare versions side by side, choose and download the ones you need.
Can I switch models for a tricky pose?
You can choose a different model when you want a different result for the same request.
How many poses does a campaign usually need?
Usually three to five: one hero pose, one seated or close pose, and a few gestures for layouts with text. Decide the layouts first and pose for them.
Related pose pages
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Get every pose you need from one figure
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