Holiday Photo Panic-Posing? 3 Simple Tricks to Look Better in Every Picture

Send Caitlin a Text!Raise your hand if you've ever looked at a holiday photo and thought, "What was I DOING with my hands?" Or noticed your arm looks twice its normal size pressed against your body? Or realized your front leg looks like a column instead of, you know, a leg? You deserve to look back at holiday photos and love what you see. We're breaking down three photographer-approved fixes that'll instantly make you look more confident and relaxed in every picture—no awkward posing required.Stop dreading holiday photos and get in front of that camera, Mama. Hit subscribe and learn the simple hand, leg, and arm tricks that'll make you look (and feel) amazing in every picture this season.Note: This is a re-aired episode with timeless photo advice that works for any occasion—holidays, weddings, family gatherings, or just when someone pulls out their phone and says "let me get a picture!"Click here for this episode’s blog post with links to sources and even more content.Stay connected: Subscribe to our newsletter!—Who Should ListenThis episode is for anyone who hates how they look in photos because they don't know what to do with their body, and everyone who's ever said "I'm just not photogenic" (spoiler: you probably just need better posing habits).—What You Get In This EpisodeHow to avoid “slug fingers” and the S-curve secretSitting and standing angles that slim what's closest to the cameraThe "teapot" and "raptor" poses that open your shoulders without looking stagedGroup photo tricks that solve "where do my arms go?" questions once and for allBonus: Minute-to-win-it party games that require zero setup and maximum laughs—BiosCaitlin and Jenny are two friends navigating the hilarious and sometimes chaotic world of adulthood—from awkward family photos to holiday party planning. They're here to share relatable stories, practical advice, and a healthy dose of laughter along the way.—Sources & MentionsI’m a Photographer and These Are the 3 Things You Should Avoid Doing in Photos | By Marissa Wu for PureWowWelcome to Not Quite Grownup. Let's do this.  Subscribe to join other Not Quite Grownups here >>>Follow on Instagram and Threads @not_quite_grownup.Please, rate, review, and subscribe for more Not Quite Grownup stories. Love you, mean it. Support the showVisit notquitegrownup.com for more content and the latest updates. Or connect on social media @not_quite_grownup on Instagram and Threads.