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ever wanted to get a great shot of your pet, but its too expensive to go to a pet photographer

here are some tips to DIY at home

Posted by michelle G. from Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada • Published See michelle G. 's 1253 projects »
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  • Step 1

    first get a blanket, sheet or curtain and pin to a wall, let a bit drag on the floor(sort of like a L) to create a seamless backdrop

    >try simple colours or a funky pattern

    >I use a steamer to get rid of wrinkles

    >or if you want to make it look draped, just pin the ends and let it sag a bit in the middle.

  • Step 2

    make your pet look and feel the best

    brush fur, get fur out of eyes

    give a treat after each shot(as a reward)

  • Step 3

    use natural lighting( a room with lots of light-windows)

    or shut off the over heads and use lamps on each side. Use daylight bulbs.

  • Step 4

    have everything prepared beforehand. To make it go as quickly as possible so that your pet doesn't get bored.

    just get your pet to sit in the middle of the backdrop and shoot away.

    Use the multishot tool on your camera-its a great way to capture candid moments

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Ichigo M.
Ichigo M. · 13 projects
hey what if your pet won't stay O_o
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Anjeanette Artist
Anjeanette Artist · Phoenix, Arizona, US · 7 projects
thanks for the tips! i am photographing peoples pets for a new leash on life fundraiser this weekend` cheers!
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mizzneeeev.
mizzneeeev.
That puppy is soo cute (: <3
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mizzneeeev.
mizzneeeev.
That puppy is soo cute (: <3
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michelle G.
michelle G. · Antigonish, Nova Scotia, CA · 1258 projects
thanks
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Zina
Zina · Tasmania, Tasmania, AU · 32 projects
awww your Puppy is the the cutest model Michelle!
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