Using Natural Lighting in Pet Photography
In pet photography, having an understanding and control over lighting is everything. It’s the foundation for the entire mood, feel and texture of your shot. It weaves the story you’re trying to tell and allows us to capture that magical essence we love about our animal companions. And while, of course, we can use our editing know-how to manually enhance this or draw out certain
My Photography Journey
When I was 18 I got my first dog, Mallei. I was obsessed…and that obsession spilled over into taking photos. Now, as a professional dog photographer, I know that was the starting point that launched my new career path journey & lifestyle (and my online pet photography school!). But back then, of course, I had one of those little 8 MP cameras, everything was on
How to Take Perfect Photos of Black Dogs
Black dogs can be really challenging to photograph! Why are they so shiny? How do you make sure to actually see their face? Whether you’re taking photos of your black labrador with your phone, or trying to capture great memories of your border collie, here are my Top 9 Tips for photographing black dogs. 1. Avoid harsh light This is one of the most common
August Editing Challenge & July Results!
Pet photography is all about taking beautiful pictures which show the personality of our subject, tell a story, or capture a perfect moment in time. By thinking about how you’re using light, expression, editing and more when creating your pet photos, the images will be more impactful and cohesive – that’s what the July challenge was all about! Click here to jump straight to the
A Pet Photography Kit List – What’s in My Bag?
Don’t you just love a ‘what’s in my camera bag?’… or is it just me getting sucked into a very specific YouTube hole? Anyway – I’m always obsessed with knowing what essential items & quirky personality pieces people carry with them. But it’s also super helpful to know what to take with you when you are heading out on a new adventure! Whether it’s a
Top Tips for Buying Secondhand Camera Equipment
It’s no secret that camera equipment can be pricey! Which is why many of my students often ask about secondhand camera equipment. With a lower price tag, it’s a much more accessible way to level up your photography skills and creative ability. But are you wondering if you should buy a secondhand camera? Do you want to know how to evaluate them properly? Or are
Inspawration Photography School: A Day in the Life of a Pet Photographer
Pet photographers – what do they actually do? What does a day in the life of a pet photographer actually look like? Running a pet photography business might be something you have always dreamed of…but what does it actually involve day to day? It’s a question I often get asked when I meet new people for the first time and tell them what I do,
Perfect Personality: July Photography Challenge!
Our job as photographers is not only about capturing beautiful images of pets that captivate our audience, but about telling a story, or showing our audience something about the dog, cat, horse or snake. I see so many photos of dogs sitting nicely, looking at the camera but I always feel like I want to know more about them. This challenge aims to push you to
How To Photograph Dogs: Finding Perfect Focus
Blurry photos. Sometimes they can be deliberate and artsy, and other times…not so much. Learning how to photograph dogs in particular can be a challenge, especially if your model refuses to sit still (or, you know, heel.) No question about it, the number one pet photography tips and tricks question I get is this: “How can I get my dog in focus?” Camera focus and
10 Tips For Action Pet Photography
Lights, Camera, Action… Pet Photography! Action photos of pets are my absolute favourite images to capture. There’s nothing like being able to see the wild freedom in your dog’s eyes, or your cat’s sleek body stretching during a nimble leap. Capturing that split second of vibrant excitement is a magical experience, makes for a great creative challenge and it’s so much fun to shoot. To
Common pet photography mistakes (and how to avoid them!)
As a pet photography teacher, I see a lot of new photographers and pet owners taking photos, and I noticed that many of them make the same mistakes in their photoshoots! Here are the main mistakes I notice, and how you can avoid them!
How to Take Spring Photos of your Pet in the Flowers
Spring is here! This is exciting for us pet photographers because it means we get to take pretty photos of dogs, cats and other cats amongst the flowers! Depending on where you’re located, you might have a great variety of flowers to choose from – from cherry blossoms, to magnolias, bluebells, wild garlic, foxgloves and more. In this post, we’ll uncover 5 ways you can
