HANDS IN PHOTOS…WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO WITH THEM?
When it comes to business portrait sessions, many people think only about what to wear. However, there are other important factors to consider in order to create a successful photo session. One of the most commonly asked questions is how to position your hands! In this blog post, we will explore some different ways to pose your hands for a portrait session. By following these tips, you can create flattering and memorable photos of yourself or your business leaders.
Just like anything, practice makes perfect! Here are some tips:
Create a soft bend at the elbows
The soft bend involves creating a relaxed look for you by gently bending the elbow instead of sharply folding it. This gives your portraits a more natural and relaxed feel, which is perfect for creating a nice shape that flatters the body and when done correctly, you can actually appear thinner in your headshots. Raise you hand if you think that’s a win! Both of my hands are raised
ACT AS IF YOU’RE PICKING YOUR NAILS
When posing your hands for a portrait, you may find it helpful to pretend you’re about to pick your nails. This will help you to relax your hands and keep them from looking too stiff. It can also help to create balance in the photo. As I mentioned in the beginning, it’s the most common question I get from everyone and it’s a very valid question..
We know we can’t leave our hands at home or on the table next to us, so why not incorporate them into the camera BUT do so with confidence!!
If you google portraits of your favorite news personality, you’ll without a doubt see that they have a soft bend at the elbow and their hands are close together like they’re about to pick their nails. Do your homework by researching this little known fact.
If you have pockets, use them
When posing for portraits, it’s important to look confident. One way to do this is to tuck your hands loosely in your pockets. This will help create balance in the photograph and make you look more confident.
BRING YOUR HANDS TO YOUR FACE BUT WITH GRACE
Hands can be a powerful tool for showing off your personality and capturing your unique essence. To me, including the hands in your headshot can be read as this is a person who may be someone who is at ease in any situation and never seems to sweat the small stuff. They are trusting, warm and they are completely interested in what I have to say.
Without a doubt, we know that our hands are usually busy multitasking now a days, we can be text, typing, doodling and so much more when a person is trying to get your attention. Making sure you show your hands is a perfect way to say “I’m all ears, you have my full attention.”
Confidence is more than just an attitude, it’s a way of life. And when you have it, everything becomes just a little bit easier. You can take on the world with gusto and tackle any challenge that comes your way. You know that you’re capable of anything.
That’s why I love portrait sessions so much. It’s a chance for me to capture the essence of who you are – your confidence, your warmth, your personality. When you look back at these photos years from now, you’ll be reminded of how confident and amazing you are!
Hands can be a powerful tool for showing off your personality and capturing your unique essence. To me, including the hands in your headshot can be read as this is a person who may be someone who is at ease in any situation and never seems to sweat the small stuff. They are trusting, warm and they are completely interested in what I have to say.
Without a doubt, we know that our hands are usually busy multitasking now a days, we can be text, typing, doodling and so much more when a person is trying to get your attention. Making sure you show your hands is a perfect way to say “I’m all ears, you have my full attention.”
Confidence is more than just an attitude, it’s a way of life. And when you have it, everything becomes just a little bit easier. You can take on the world with gusto and tackle any challenge that comes your way. You know that you’re capable of anything.
That’s why I love portrait sessions so much. It’s a chance for me to capture the essence of who you are – your confidence, your warmth, your personality. When you look back at these photos years from now, you’ll be reminded of how confident and amazing you are!
In closing…
Now that you know how to position your hands for photos, it’s time to practice in front of the mirror. Get comfortable with how your hands look so you can have the confidence to show them off in your next photo shoot. Whether you’re taking a selfie or having someone else take a picture of you, now you’ll be able to include your hands with ease. Practice makes perfect, so get ready for your close up!
I hope you’ve learned a few things from a person who has helped tons of people figure out just what to do with their hands in a portrait session with Tamara Fleming Photography.
Stay tuned for more tips and helpful information so you can ROCK your next photo session.. hopefully with me.
P.S. If you have anything else you want me to blog about, please feel free to let me know. I’m here to help you be ready to face the camera with confidence!
Until next time
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