Awkward much??

This picture is not as awkward as it is "creepy". Although they did follow many "traditions" that we have as a society, such as the mother sitting in the picture and the men standing, there are many aspects of this picture that does not "fit" in with what a family picture "ought" to be like. For example, all of the facial expression from everyone are not suitable for a family picture. The father appears to be very angry, while the mother looks a little scared, maybe they were just in an argument. The daughter seems to be nervous, as if her brother might try something with her. Also, the father's body language is not one that you typically see in a family portrait. His hands on the hips supports the being angry idea mentioned before. No one is smiling nor happy to be there taking that picture. If I was the photographer, I sure would feel "awkward" taking this photo. =)