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Photographing Your DogThere definitely is an art to taking portraits of dogs. There are several things to keep in mind which might make it easier for you.Designate one person as the picture taker. That person has to be ready to "catch" the ideal picture. If the camera isn't in position and ready to shoot, you'll miss your opportunity. Have a second person be the one to move the dog into position, and do any coaxing necessary. For the best photographic angle, try to be at eye level with the dog. Elevate the dog if possible so he is not on the floor. Looking down on a dog rarely produces a good picture, plus, dogs tend to be better behaved if they are elevated. What can work well is to put very sturdy boxes or crates of varying heights on a table and then drape them with a solid colored sheet or a blanket. Bold patterns are distracting in the picture and they also make it harder for the camera to focus. The helper can stand behind the draped boxes or off to the side and help keep the dog in position. If a leash is necessary, they can hold it so that it is less conspicuous. Also, a firm "STAY" command for those obedience trained dogs should work. That's what the obedience training was for, right? Try to have the dog look off slightly and down to one side, not directly at the camera. This 3/4 angle shot will look prettier and eliminate any eye glare. Snap your fingers, squeak a squeeky toy, or hold up a treat to focus the dog's attention. However, try not to overdo it or the dog will likely stop responding. Get out with your digital camera and have fun! Plan on taking a lot of pictures to get that one great shot! Back to the Dachshund Resource Library |