Tips on taking photos

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Good clear photos

Ideally a good photograph is needed to complete your Portrait from as the more detail there is in the photograph then the more that i have to work with.

You should try to get a photograph that is clear, up close (fill the view finder with your pet, not your house or garden!). The pose and expression on your pets face should be one that you identify with your pet.

   If possible it is always best to send three or four images pointing which pose you prefer and which one is most true to their colour.

Where and how to take Photos

 Photographs taken outside without flash or by a large window are the best to avoid red eye.

Try to avoid a really sunny day as the sun will cast dark shadows on your pet and the photograph won't reflect their true coat colour. Likewise avoid a really dull overcast day. Ideally, take your photographs with your back to the sun.

Take your pets photograph at their level rather than looking down to avoid and distortion or an unnatural pose. A good idea is to get someone to stand next to your shoulder with a favorite toy or treat, getting them to come down to your level.

The best portraits are when the subject is not looking straight on at the camera, slightly turned to the side is great.

Try to get as close to your pet as possible whilst staying in focus as this will give the maximum amount of detail and make painting the portrait easier.

If Possible take your photos over a few days as the animal can get bored very easily and you wont get the best out of your shots.

Sometimes simply getting a friend/or yourself to hold your pet in their arms while you/they take the shot works wonders

Good Luck!!

Old Photographs

Sometimes it is not possible to take new photographs, for example if the animal is no longer around. Don't worry, you can send me what you have for me to look at and come up with the best way forward,

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