The Challenge of People - Mary Alice (1)

It is never easy convincing someone to stand still for a photo. But here are a couple of really nice shots...a candid and a small group.

Both of these capture some of the best rules of people photos. Bend things where they bend...arms and legs and waists. If you have two, make them be different - arms and legs in different positions...even slightly makes the photo more interesting. And use props! People are often more natural holding a computer, a cup of coffee, a pen, anything that prevents them from having to think about what to do with their hands.