Today is world dog day. The affection that our pets in general and our dogs in particular inspire us, goes beyond what many people believe. Dogs become a member of our family. They share our sorrows and joys, they keep us company, and why not say it, they are excellent models to practice photography . If you want to photograph your pet, you cannot stop reading this comprehensive article to portray it as it deserves.
I encourage you to take photos of your dog with all the dedication that is necessary, not only will you have a precious memory of your pet, you will also be able to practice tips and tricks that will help you in other areas.
But words are worth it, this article is based on images to fill you with inspiration and so that you can see what dog photography can give you, not only yours, if you don't have one, surely someone close to you will be happy to give you one. your pet for a good photo session.
1 AND 2. PHOTOS OF DOGS ON THE BEACH
Dogs love the beach and photographing them in their salsa is a good excuse to practice. In addition, you have a lot of light, to be able to work at high speeds and thus freeze the movement of the most restless dog ;).
3. CONTRASTING BACKGROUNDS
We always talk to you about the importance of taking care of the bottom, with pets it was not going to be less. If you can choose, look for a background that highlights the figure of your dog, so you will focus attention on your pet.
4. PHOTOS OF DOGS IN BLACK AND WHITE
Black and white is pure feeling, dare to portray your pet in monochrome.
5. DOG HUMOR
Dogs and their follies, those funny faces they make or those hobbies that make you laugh out loud, are also a good reason to take pictures and a great memory for the future.
6. EXTREME CLOSE-UP DOG
Approach your pet without fear, it sure won't bite ? And remember, as in any portrait, focus well on the eyes.
7. SUNRISES AND SUNSETS
If you get up early to walk your pet, take advantage of the sunrise , with its soft light and warm tones and scenes in which there will probably be few people, to photograph your pet. If you are more nocturnal, take advantage of the sunset. Both are wonderful lights to accompany your portraits.
8. DOG CUSTOMS
If you have or have had a dog, you know that there are almost universal gestures when it comes to dogs. One of them is what they come to like sticking their heads out of the window. If the environment is safe, take the opportunity to take a photo of it.
9 AND 10. DOG GAMES
Another way to portray them in their sauce is by photographing their favorite games, whether it is biting a rope, a ball or a stick, it is another of those doggy moments that you will like to have in the form of photography.
11. LOW KEY PHOTOGRAPHY
Especially on dark dogs, low key photography will give you beautiful results. Remember to have your eyes well focused and expose correctly so that the texture of the fur is not lost.
12. PHOTOS OF DOGS WITH THE LIGHT AS A CO-STAR
Just like you would for a human portrait, light play will help make your images fuller and more interesting.
13. RELATIONSHIPS
There is no dog without an owner (or at least there shouldn't be) and the relationships between them are unique. Put on your documentary photographer glasses and don't forget to freeze those gestures, those expressions, that special relationship that is established between an owner and his dog.
14. NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
Pay attention to the environment when photographing your pet, parks, gardens, forests..., in general, they are more photogenic and easy to photograph.
15. ROUTINES
Photograph all those moments that are part of your life: walks, games, and of course, baths. Whether they love or hate the bathing moment, they will surely leave you images to remember.
16. MOMENTS
Moments shared with pets are always better ?
17. PHOTOS OF DOGS WITH BOKEH
Remember that a blurred background can produce a beautiful bokeh effect that will enhance any image. To blur the background you must open the diaphragm as much as possible.
18. POSING DOGS
There are dogs with infinite patience. If yours is allowed to dress up or allows you to include some funny props in the image, you can get images as funny as this one.
19. POINT OF VIEW
Just like when we photograph children, it is important to vary the point of view. It is easy to fall for those images taken from our height, but the ideal is to get at the level of their eyes or photograph from impossible angles.
20. FLEETING MOMENTS
Always have the camera at hand to capture those fleeting moments that your pet can give you. No one knows her better than you to know what moments can become worthy of photographing.
21. COMPOSITION
Do not forget that a pet does not differ from a human being in terms of composition rules. Negative space , rule of thirds , lines, etc., should help you focus interest on your pet.
22. SILHOUETTES
Practice with all the photographic techniques that you would use on a person. One that will give you good results is to photograph the silhouette together with an interesting composition like this one.
23. DETAILS
Don't forget that magic often lies in the details, in seeing where others don't see anything ? .
And here is my selection of dog photos to inspire you. I hope they have filled you with ideas to photograph your canine companion or, why not, to dedicate a session to someone else's pet.
