Photo tips...
“Lily” © 2002
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The quality of your pet portrait is directly related to the quality of your photograph!
Digital photographs allow the artist to zoom in on the details of a subject, enabling her to achieve the optimum amount of realism in her paintings. However, large 35mm photographs are equally effective.
Below are a few tips to keep in mind when photographing your pet:
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Natural lighting from a window, or outdoor lighting on a slightly overcast day are ideal. Avoid using flash, as it distorts the colors and causes red eye. Bright sun also distorts colors, and causes the pet to squint.
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The pet's face should be close enough to fill most of the viewfinder. Being able to see the details in their eyes will greatly enhance the portrait.
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The camera should be at eye level to the subject for a more appealing view.
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Avoid placing the pet against a busy or similar-colored background (to the pet), as these surroundings make it difficult to distinguish the pet from the background.
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Familiar environment and slow movements are calming to the animals, and decrease the chances of blurry photos.
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Having another person distract the pet's attention away from the photographer is very helpful.
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Providing several photographs allows the artist to get a better feel for the personality, coloring and body structure.
Please note: A signed release from the photographer, giving the artist permission to use the photograph (s), is required before a pet portrait can be started.
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