Let's talk about pets:
How to take great photos of your pet
by Ruwini Jayawardana
We
all love our pets. They do such funny, adorable, and cute things. But
somehow when that camera comes out they run and hide or they just seem
to always be pointed away from the camera when you push the button.
Well here are some tips to help you have a better chance at
getting great photos of your pet.
1. Don't wake your pet out of deep sleep and attempt to coerce him
into performing for the camera. It won't happen. Try to take photos of
your pet during their routine playtime.
2. If there is enough daylight to take photos then turn the flash
off. Many times a camera flash is just too bright for them, that's why
they point away from you when they know that you're taking photos.
3. Don't try to get them looking into the camera. If there is someone
around who can play with your pet just get a shot of them playing with
someone else. You can have the photo with the person and the pet or get
close to
crop the person out of the shot.
4. If your pet always runs away from you every time you pull the
camera out try leaving the camera sit out where it can be seen. Take
photos of other things in the home and try turning the flash off.
5. Be prepared to grab your camera and take photos when your pet is
ready, read "doing something cute." This way you will be able to capture
some 'natural, shots of your four footed friend in action.
Remember don't put pressure on your animal to perform for the camera.
Think more on the lines of catch them
in their natural habitat. Our pets want to make us happy and you can
easily confuse them by pressuring them to look good for the camera. Also
be prepared to take a whole lot of bad photos for that one really good
one.
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