Tag Archives: better animal rescue photos

Dog Shots Workshop with Teresa- May 19th

We’re trying something new!  If you’re interested in improving your photography skills, but you’re NOT planning to be a professional pet photographer, we have a new workshop.  Just “all about shooting”  for those of you who want to learn hands … Continue reading

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Texas Unites for Animals

If you’re anywhere near Austin, Texas in March 16-18th you may want to check out this great conference! The cost of enrollment is really reasonable and they’re doing lots of great training and workshops –including one that I will be doing … Continue reading

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Saving dogs with your camera…

and a reflector and maybe a floodlight!  Don’t underestimate the power of simple tools to improve your pet portraits.  The $20 floodlight/bulb you see pictured here can dramatically improve your results.  Use this simple light to raise the ambient light … Continue reading

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Another great idea… build a big reflector

This quick helpful video will show just how easy it is to make your own light source. Many people don’t realize that a big reflector, placed directly opposite the main light source (a window, an open door, or a studio … Continue reading

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Indoors or out? | Adoption portraits that save animals

There are any number of places you could choose to create portraits of cats and dogs for their adoption ads.  There is usually more light outdoors if you can find a quiet spot without a distracting background — and if you’re … Continue reading

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Dog Portraits | Better Marketing for Shelter Pets!

If you saw us recently on CBS The Early Show, you know what we’re all about. Saving dogs and other shelter animals! We found that these animals just weren’t getting the best marketing –and you can’t fault the employees of … Continue reading

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Dog Rescue Photography | webinars

I’ve had a few dozen questions about what class materials will be available after the webinar and the answer is:  we will be emailing a pdf of notes to all webinar participants the day after the webinar. The class notes … Continue reading

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Photographing dogs for animal rescue | CBS Sunday Morning

WOW! what wonderful responses I have had from so many wonderful animal lovers across the country. You inspire me! If you haven’t sent me an email and you’ve just stumbled upon this blog – please watch our wonderful news clip. … Continue reading

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Softening your flash | Better animal rescue photography

If you’re using a small built-in flash on a point and shoot camera, chances are you’re struggling with red, glowing eyes and very harsh shadows when photographing animals. Watch this cute little video for tips on how to soften the … Continue reading

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