How I made it: Dreamy Loki
Pet photos are made up of location, editing, pose, expression, light, and more. Sometimes, when we only see the finished product, it’s hard to know exactly what went into that photo… even when we see a before/after comparison, we don’t get an idea of the full picture*! In this new series (which I hope you’ll love) I want to pull back the curtain to reveal
How to Fix Your White Balance in Pet Photography
What is “White Balance? White balance is how warm or cool, and green or magenta our images are. It can make our photos feel more natural, or can be adjusted for aesthetic reasons. Ideally and generally, we want our photos to have the correct white balance… for me, this means my dog (or subject!) should be the correct colour. Question: When was the last time
Which Camera Do I Buy for Pet Photography?
Updated June 2024 Believe it or not, the question that I often face on Instagram and from many of my students is – ”which camera should I buy for pet photography?” and “what camera do you use?!” (TL;DR: I use the Sony a7iii & Sony 135mm mostly). HOWEVER…! I have always believed that the camera does not make a photograph. No matter how good the
Travelling With Dogs: Scotland
A narrow road winding between a rugged mountain valley, your two furry companions safe in the back seat, and untold adventures ready to be experienced. From glens to lochs, the beach to the Bens, Scotland is one of my favourite places in the world. The last time I was there, I wasn’t the photographer I am now, and while landscape photography still falls squarely outside
Camera Settings For Perfect Dog Photos
With more and more pet parents investing in a camera to take photos of their pets, many are finding themselves confused as to what settings to use with their DSLR or Mirrorless cameras. From shutter speed to aperture to ISO, from priority modes to full manual exposure, we’re going to look at what settings you should use, and why. Why even consider learning camera settings
Learn Your Camera’s Capabilities!
Whether you are new to pet photography, an aspiring professional, or petfluencer, it’s important to be able to take the photos that you WANT to take, whether indoors or outdoors. Photos that are sharp and in focus, without blown out highlights, and with whatever noise level you choose. I set up this challenge to help you learn exactly what your camera is capable of, so
How to Edit Pet Eyes
They say Eyes are the the window to the soul, so it’s no wonder that one of my most frequently asked question is: “How do I edit the eyes in my dog photos?”. In this post, we’re going to look at a few tips, tricks and techniques for editing the eyes for your next pet photoshoot! I’ll be using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, but you
2021: Looking Back, Looking Forward
As 2021 draws to an end, it seemed like the perfect time to reflect on the year in Inspawration, for pet photography and pet photography education, things I’ve learnt, things I’ve discovered, and where the road will be taking us moving forward. It seems impossible that 12 months have passed. I guess I say this every year, but it seems like only a few weeks
Creating Perfect Autumn Pet Photos
You might have noticed your Instagram feed suddenly flooded with autumn dog, cat and horse photos. After all, there’s no better time than now, with abundance of colour that the onset of autumn in the Northern hemisphere has brought about, as the leaves shift from sunny, bright greens and yellows to deep, rich reds and firey oranges. It’s one of my favourite seasons to take
The October Challenge Pt. 2 – Candid Moments & Special Props
How are you guys doing? Did you enjoy part 1 of The October Photography Challenge? If you missed it, or you are new here (hello!) every month here on the blog and on my Instagram, I aim to host a pet photography challenge. The purpose is to help us all get outside our comfort zone and try something new! But this month I decided to
The October Challenge – Capturing Detail & Opening Out
It’s officially fall, which means it’s now time for…(drumroll please) The October Photography Challenge! Every month here on the blog and on Instagram, I host a pet photography challenge. Sometimes it will be about finding new creative expressions, sometimes it’s tackling your editing skills & sometimes we hone in on an exciting technique. And other times it’s just a cute theme… 🙂 But this month
What Lens Is Best for Pet Photography?
Equipment is a super hot topic in the photography space, and for good reason. Sometimes, it’s the one thing that can be the difference between achieving the exact shot in your mind’s eye and ending up with a…well…pretty rubbish photo. But while the discussion can often centre so much around which camera to buy, I always encourage my students to invest their time, energy &
