Dog Days of Summer
Tips on how to take a good picture of your favorite pooch!
On Thursday, our Glendora Camera Club was "calling all dogs" to get both indoor and outdoor portraits taken of man's best friend.
"Zeus"
Tip #1: learn the dogs name and say hello!
Tip #2: get down on their level instead of shooting from overhead.
"Cash" Red Bone Coon Hound
Tip #3: use treats to reward good sitting and staying behaviors.
Tip #4: have the owner stand nearby to capture their pups attention.
"Pierre" Chiwawa mix
Tip #5: if calling the dogs name doesn't work, try common key words like "treats" or "go for a walk". And if all else fails, make your best kitty noises or whistle.
Tip #6: sometimes dogs need to be tired out to sit still enough for a photo session. Let the owner run or play them out so they are ready to calm down. (Plus if they are panting it looks like they're smiling!)
"Ace" Mini Pinch
Tip #7: when indoors, put your dog up on a table to keep them at eye level and to ensure they stay in one place without a leash on.
"Lalo" 3 mo. old Chocolate Lab
Tip #8: never touch or pet a dog without the owners permission. Some dogs get very protective of their owner and may nip or bite a stranger that tries to pet them.
"Harry" Maltepoo
Tip #9: try close up and full body photos of your dog to get a good variety of shots then editing after in color or black and white.
Tip #10: get the owner in the picture with their companion for a memory to treasure forever!
Enjoy the time you spend with these incredible pets and their compassionate pet parents! Happy shooting!
-Crystal Olguin
