THE BOOK EDITIONS

Are you not sure which edition of the HANDS ONLINE BOOK is for you? This page will help you with information about what content you will be able to access with the different editions.

The HANDS ONLINE BOOK comes in four different flavours:

  • Access FREE HANDS
  • Access JAZZ HANDS
  • Access ROCK & BLUES HANDS
  • Access ALL HANDS

The differences of these editions are as follows:

Access FREE HANDS

10

HANDS Artists

30

Total Images

Free

Perfect Start
  • The free plan of the book gives you a taste of the HANDS project with access to 10 exclusive HANDS photos of selected artists from jazz, rock, and blues. You’ll experience a glimpse into the artistry and passion of these musicians through intimate portraits of their hands in action, along with a few personal stories and fine black-and-white stage photos.
  • Upgrade to any other edition any time.
Craig Preview

Access JAZZ HANDS

70+

HANDS Artists

150+

Total Images

Jazz

Selected Artists
  • Gain access to a selection of around 70 exclusive HANDS photos featuring jazz legends like Vince Mendoza, Charly Antolini, Al Di Meola, Alphonso Johnson, Steve Gadd, Peter Erskine, Dennis Chambers, Carla Bley, and Steve Swallow. This collection includes intimate portraits of their hands, personal stories, and stunning black-and-white images of the artists performing on stage, offering a unique glimpse into their creative worlds.
  • The JAZZ HANDS edition contains no artists of the ROCK & BLUES HANDS edition.
  • The 10 artists of the FREE HANDS are also included.
  • You can upgrade to the ALL ACCESS edition later by paying the difference.
Ralph Towner Preview

Access ROCK & BLUES HANDS

120+

HANDS Artists

250+

Total Images

R&B

Selected Artists
  • Unlock access to a selection of about 120 exclusive HANDS photos of rock and blues icons, including John Petrucci, John Corabi, Randy Hansen, Manfred Mann, Rex Brown, Justin Chancellor, Cass Lewis, Ike Willis, Steven Wilson, Joe Satriani, Phil X, Chester Thompson, Eric Gales, T.M. Stevens, and many others. This collection features detailed shots of their hands, personal stories, and striking black-and-white images of these legendary musicians performing on stage, capturing the raw energy and passion that define rock and blues music.
  • The ROCK & BLUES HANDS edition contains no artists of the JAZZ HANDS edition.
  • The 10 artists of the FREE HANDS are also included.
  • You can upgrade to the ALL ACCESS edition later by paying the difference.
Randy Hansen Preview

Access ALL HANDS

250+

HANDS Artists

1000+

Total Images

Evolving

New Content
  • Gain full access to over 250 exclusive HANDS photos of legendary musicians from jazz, rock, and blues, along with never-before-released “making-of” pictures, background stories, and information only available in this plan. This growing collection, which will expand as new artists are added to the HANDS project, also features intimate portraits, personal stories, and striking black-and-white images of performances, offering the most comprehensive and exclusive content for music lovers and collectors.
  • Includes all the pictures of the FREE, JAZZ and ROCK & BLUES edition, plus many, many more…
  • Access to “making-of” pictures, background stories, and information which are not included in any other edition.
  • Access a total of more than 1000 photos of HANDS, stage pictures, making-of pictures, exclusive portraits and so much more.
  • This edition is unique in that it will continuously evolve with new content. Every time I photograph an artist for the HANDS project, the images will be added here.
  • Growing Value: Your one-time investment keeps gaining worth
  • Be Part of the Journey: Witness music history being documented as it happens
  • Instant Updates: Get immediate access to new content the moment it’s published

“This isn’t just a documentation of musicians’ hands—it’s a living timeline of musical craftsmanship, growing more valuable with each new addition.”

Abe Laboriel Preview

Dive in

Now it’s time to be part of the journey. Choose your edition and gain access to the evolving world of the HANDS project. With each artist I photograph, you’ll receive new images, making this more than just a book—it’s an ever-growing experience. Select your edition now and join the creative adventure!