Photo Tips
Getting the right photo is key for me to achieve the best portrait! Email images in their original format, not re-sized, edited or enhanced in any way. Take many pictures, more than you think you may need!
Sometimes this can be difficult especially if the subject has passed away. In these cases I'll ask for a selection of photos and assess whether I'm able to work with them. People photos are easier to take than pet photos, since we're used to taking selfies and portraits most our lives.
A few tips on getting the right angle and light for pet photos.
Getting the right photo is key for me to achieve the best portrait! Email images in their original format, not re-sized, edited or enhanced in any way. Take many pictures, more than you think you may need!
Sometimes this can be difficult especially if the subject has passed away. In these cases I'll ask for a selection of photos and assess whether I'm able to work with them. People photos are easier to take than pet photos, since we're used to taking selfies and portraits most our lives.
A few tips on getting the right angle and light for pet photos.
- Kneel/crouch down so you are at your pet’s level. Your pet can then look directly at the camera, as opposed to looking upwards
- Outside in natural light to avoid camera flare. Photos taken inside often need a flash because of low light, this causes red/flash eyes.
- Frame your image filling all the space in your view finder. Be careful not to chop off ears or tails though!
Wrong angle
Right angle, poor light
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Wrong angle, poor focus
Right angle, poor focus/detail
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