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Tips to help you take a great photo of your pet.
Choose a bright, cloudy day rather than bright sunlight, as this creates very harsh contrasts, washes out colours, and makes it hard to get a flattering photo. The light on a bright cloudy day gives more saturated colours, and more moderate shadows and highlights. Position your pet so that no building or tree shadows are falling on them. INDOORS:
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An example of a photo that makes life a bit difficult - it was taken indoors using a flash. This caused the eyes to reflect and flare, and made the black coat very flat. But don't despair if you can't obtain a great professional shot to send me - you'd be amazed what I can still extract from the photo. It's also a great help to learn more about the dog's personality, as was the case with this portrait. Click on the drawing to see it in more detail.
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This photo made it easier to produce a quality portrait. There's plenty of detail in the light areas, and the dog's expression is very cute, which suits her personality. Click on the painting to see it in more detail.
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