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How To Photograph Your Dogs In Quarantine

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The pictures of  pets  on social networks, they are usually the most liked. Posting that image of the cat or dog in quarantine during the new coronavirus pandemic has become a habit. There are even some animals full of charisma and personality that have their own profiles on Instagram or Facebook. But those who see those cuteness on the internet do not imagine the work they can do to make a good image, without being shaken, with an appropriate scenario and counting on the collaboration of the pet itself. The first condition for the task is to be in no hurry. It is essential that the person responsible for the  Photos  the dog has patience throughout the process. After all, the dog’s behavior is unpredictable and he may end up doing something unexpected. Puppies do not know that exactly at that moment it is necessary to stand still. Therefore, if the desire is a paused photo, it is necessary to maintain serenity. Using toys to distract them is a strategy, but it will depend on thei

Home photography ideas: Shoot stunning fine art plant portraits in your garden

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One of the advantages of shooting in a studio is that the photographer has full control over the intensity, direction and spread of light, allowing easy management of background detail. Furthermore, in a studio setting, seamless backgrounds can be used to produce a clean, distraction-free environment, ideal for portraits or still life subjects.  There are great benefits of natural light however – it is soft, directional and freely available. It therefore pays to be able to bring studio-like effects outside. The technique discussed here is a simple method of shaping light, by controlling where it spreads within the frame.  Before:   Distracting detail  In this image the background is receiving too much light, as the frame lacks contrast – it appears too ‘busy’ and detracts from the intended subject  (Image credit: Peter Fenech) After   Uncluttered dark background draws eye to the textures and colors of the flower   (Image credit: Peter Fenech) This is done by shooting i

5 Essential Tips for Traveling Photographers

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Traveling for work is like viewing an impressionist painting : From a distance it looks beautiful, but up close it can look like a complete mess. The good news is that proper preparation can make business travel less messy and chaotic for a photographer. I'd like to cover some steps you can take to make your out-of-town photography ventures more successful. I love to travel, including my opportunities to travel professionally. As with leisure travel, there are checklists to make and precautions to take. These steps become necessary to protect our gear, career, and sanity. My first overseas shoot began as everything I had hoped it would be. I had been in Germany translating for a video crew based out of Chicago, as well as shooting and helping out with general tasks. The conference provided me with videography experience plus a bit of time for exploration and adventure (for a work trip, anyway). Photographers seem to have more flexibility than the rest of the working p