What are the tips for taking pictures of pets?

To take beautiful photos of pets, the key is to grasp their personality. When you find these cute little animals doing something unusual or very interesting, you can take a snapshot at any time. For example, the innocence of a kitten or a puppy dozing off on their favorite mat is more touching than the posture they are forced to pose. Don't forget to use close-ups when taking close-ups, because if your lens itself is too close to pets, they will definitely not pose for you like models or big stars.

1. It is difficult to take pictures of pets with dark hair, so be sure to make the shooting background appear brighter when taking pictures of them. In addition, when shooting pets, you should pay attention to the position of shadows, just like shooting other objects. When using the flash, be careful not to let the pets have "red eyes". You don't need a flash to shoot in bright places. If you must use a flash, don't let your pet's eyes look directly at the lens to avoid "red eye".

2. When taking a group photo of several puppies or kittens, it is best to put them in a basket and let them snuggle up to each other, so that the shooting distance can be easily adjusted. If you want your pet's eyes to be aimed at the camera, you can gently call their names or use a sounding toy to attract their attention. In order to take ideal photos, you should not only prepare enough film, but also be patient, because all the professional animal photos you appreciate are taken by photographers after spending a lot of energy and time.

When taking pictures of children playing with pets, people and animals should be on the same level. If your pet is very big, you can let it lie next to the child to get the ideal composition.