Picture Perfect Pet Photos

If you’re like me and have a camera full of pet pictures, in my case dog pictures, you may find this interesting and helpful to improve your pet shots. As I was scanning through articles I stumbled upon an article about Photography and pets, specifically dogs which I thought was ironic given I had just posted a photo of my dog for analysis.

The article discusses the many techniques to use when photographing your pets, for instance poses, lighting and time of day. Professional photographers such Mary Ludington and Jim Benda explain that getting a good photo takes time and practice so one should be patient. They explain that if you allow the pet you are photographing time to get acquainted with the area and let them establish a high comfort level most pets will pose on their own, this is one advantage for pet owners who take their photos at home. They also advise it is good to get down on to the level at which your pet is at versus having your pet staring up at you. Another key factor is the lighting, they suggest you to learn how to use lighting or they recommend taking pictures near a window or outdoors for natural light if one does not have professional lighting, or else a flash indoors can create the “evil eye effect” or the light can deflect off the coat creating a glare. They say “the ideal condition is an overcast day or "open shade" - not bright sunlight, but not dark shadow, either” (French).

Although these are many things to keep in mind one should not delay to long to start taking pictures waiting for just the right shot cause many people wait tell its too late, when a pet gets ill for instance. So my advice to you is to have fun, practice, follow some of these tips and who knows you may become a pet photographer some day or at least get a few cute pics of your pets!

To get more information visit: http://www.startribune.com/pet_central/30103354.html?page=1&c=y

French, Laura. "Picture Perfect Pet Photos." StarTribune.com. 2 Oct. 2008. 23 Oct. 2008 .