Picking Grip
The traditional picking grip is holding the pick with the thumb and the last joint of the first finger. There are variations on this grip, such as using the first and second fingers along with the thumb, but the method shown here leaves more options for picking strings with other fingers when picking.
There are two basic right hand positions when using the pick. The first keeps the fingers of the right hand loosely closed. In the second position the hand is held open across the face of the guitar. Try both positions and decide which one you are most comfortable with.
To help keep the right hand steady when picking, try bracing the fourth finger on the face of the guitar. This position is particularly helpful in picking situations but is not used when strumming.
All notes must be fretted with the tips of the fingers and positioned as close as practical to the fretwires.
In most cases the left hand thumb should be positioned behind the neck of the guitar with the fingers evenly arched over the fretboard.
When using techniques such as the bend# release bend, vibrato etc. you may find it more comfortable to have the left hand thumb in a higher position, wrapped over the top of the fretboard.