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Sunday, August 28, 2011

Top Tricks for Taking Snapshots of Animals and Pets

By Autumn Lockwood


Whether you are hoping to snap some photos of those animals you really like when you next visit the zoo, or you just want to take some photographs of man's best friend, it can be really fun to photograph animals and pets. If you're a particularly proud parent of a "fur baby", then maybe you are hoping to capture a few good shots to show in picture frames on your desktop at work. There really is and art to taking good animal photos, and reading this article will help you to know more about how to take high quality pictures that you will forever hold dear.

Practice Patience When You Photograph Animals

Pets are able to get tired during a photography session just like human children can. Keep your photo sessions short and sweet. Keep your voice calm. Also exercise patience. Try out taking a few photos while the pet is doing the normal things that it does each day instead of making a big fuss with the camera and posing the animal, since this can make your pet nervous.

Grab the Animal's Attention with Props.

Props are often very beneficial when taking photos of pets. A lot of pets are simply not "into" posing for the camera, however with the right props, you can get even the most shy pet's attention. You might use a noisy squeaky toy, a flower that's colorful, or perhaps a small but rewarding treat to get your pet to look your direction.

Go Down on the Pet's Level

If you lower yourself to the pet's level the same way you do when you take pictures of a kid, this will help you to capture some excellent pet photos. Bringing yourself down to the same level as the pet sets you up for great eye contact shots that will preserve great memories. The most intimate and warm pet pictures (the ones that you just cannot wait to exhibit in picture frames throughout your home or office) are taken on the pet's eye level, and not looking down on the pet from above it.

Zoom in for Close-Up Pictures

Either step up close or use your zoom function to become up close and personal with your pet. Fill the entire viewfinder or the screen display on the camera with the pet. If you do this it will emphasize the most important thing in the photo. If the focus distance that is on your camera is a thing you're not acquainted with, check out your owner's manual.

Final Tips

Animals normally love to play and run, so it is purely natural to take pictures of them doing what they do best! Capture your pet in bouncing, running, pouncing, begging, frolicking action. And be sure to take a variety of shots to raise the odds of ending up with the ideal pet photos. The fantastic thing about digital cameras is that you can easily shoot to your heart's content and then look at them all later on to decide which is best. Consider exhibiting your favorite photos in picture frames that have a pet theme, which will increase the appeal of your snap shots.

If you accomplish some planning ahead of time, it's not hard to capture some wonderful pet photos that will really draw out the best qualities in your pet.




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