What to do with your hands in family photographs…

We’re all guilty of the dangling hand syndrome in photos

 – or worse still,

the fig leaf pose.

You know what I’m talking about right?

Just like the art gallery statues that have a fig leaf or hands strategically placed to preserve modesty.

Hands should serve a purpose instead of just hanging there.

Here are some great tips courtesy of @lexiraephotography, Utah. 

At the very least, relax your hand and rest it on top of your leg.

 Try:

Single or double hand hold

Arm hold

Pockets-hand in one pocket/ both pockets/thumbs out/thumb in back pocket

Arms folded

Hold your neighbour’s shoulder

Hand on shoulder of a child

Shoulder hug – for kids between elbow and shoulder height.

Waist hold

Hold your own hand (not as weird as it might sound)

Both hands to hold baby

Jacket pull – for couples, if he is wearing a jacket, grab the open edge around chest height.

My personal favourite from this is the jacket pull – I need to remember to use it more when posing couples.