--- title: The Close Up date: 2026-05-13T11:15:12Z modified: 2026-05-13T11:15:12Z permalink: "https://www.sexforbeginners.com/the-close-up/" type: post status: publish excerpt: "" wpid: 4239 categories: - Sex Positions featured_image: "https://www.sexforbeginners.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Close-Up.jpg" featured_image_alt: Close Up timestamp: 2026-05-13T11:15:12Z tags: - Sex Positions --- Originally termed the anjou by the [Kama Sutra](https://www.sexforbeginners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/10-kamasutra-sex-positions-for-different-ages-and-stages-of-life.md), the Close-Up is also known as the curled angel position. Still lying on their sides, the man [spoons](https://www.sexforbeginners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/the-elephant-position.md) the woman from behind. The woman then curls her legs and brings her knees up toward her chest, allowing her partner to penetrate her from behind. The Close-Up is excellent for stimulating her G-spot, which often leads to explosive female orgasms. She can wrap her legs around the outside of his for a tighter squeeze. Because her hands are free, she can stimulate her clitoris, either with a hand or a vibrator. She can [grind](https://www.sexforbeginners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/backseat-driver.md) her hips to hit the various erogenous zones within her vagina. ![Close Up](https://www.sexforbeginners.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Close-Up.jpg) Close Up[Pregnant women](https://www.sexforbeginners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/sex-positions-to-avoid-during-pregnancy-stay-safe.md) may also find this position much more comfortable because it provides support for a growing baby bump. She can adjust her knees, bringing them up less or more depending on the size of her belly. This may be a somewhat easier version of spooning where his penis is less likely to slip out. To get the most out of this position, he can go slow, take his time, and build the intensity. This [position is great for anal sex](https://www.sexforbeginners.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/10-best-sex-positions-for-doing-it-on-the-couch.md) with a finger, a toy, or a penis. With any anal play, it’s important to go very slowly, use plenty of lube, and maintain good communication.