I don't think anyone could tell if the originals were sharp from the image size here. Getting sharp images isn't hard - put a focus point on the head, use enough depth of field, a fast enough shutter speed.
Re. whether they look static - yes, but a lot less than most people's equivalent shots! You've got the model to put more weight on one leg than the other and lift a foot, which are tricks a lot of people miss. I'd say you've done very well if this is your first shoot like this or close to it.
If you want to make your shots look more dynamic, try getting the model to move when you shoot - not necessarily a big movement but a gesture. And try shooting closer with a wider lens, shooting from a lower angle, slanting horizontals, more dramatic light, and having part of the model break the edges of the frame. Try looking at Helmut Newton's shots especially.
I don't think anyone could tell if the originals were sharp from the image size here. Getting sharp images isn't hard - put a focus point on the head, use enough depth of field, a fast enough shutter speed.
Re. whether they look static - yes, but a lot less than most people's equivalent shots! You've got the model to put more weight on one leg than the other and lift a foot, which are tricks a lot of people miss. I'd say you've done very well if this is your first shoot like this or close to it.
If you want to make your shots look more dynamic, try getting the model to move when you shoot - not necessarily a big movement but a gesture. And try shooting closer with a wider lens, shooting from a lower angle, slanting horizontals, more dramatic light, and having part of the model break the edges of the frame. Try looking at Helmut Newton's shots especially.