I prefer to photograph the dog, but sometimes this just isn't possible...the client lives too far away or the dog may have passed. Here are a few tips I've learned:
- Lighting - Early morning, late afternoon or overcast days are best. This photo was taken just before sunset, so even though there are shadows, they still show a lot of color and life.
- Level - Get on your dog's level! Sit, squat or lie on the ground. I often sit and lean way back, which is exactly what I did for this photo.
- Movement - If your digital camera has a "fast action" or "sports" mode, use it unless your dog is sitting still. The "burst" or "multi" mode is very useful for action shots, too.
- Size - Don't be afraid to go larger than you think you want.
- File - When you download your photos onto your computer, save them as .tiff files. Your email program may prompt to send "original" or "optimized" photos...always send "original".
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