Photos Tips Compilation

Over the years I have shared photo tips —especially for volunteers and shelter staff— in various formats. Here is a compilation of resources that can help you get started or hone in on your skills. These are primarily designed for amateur photographers, beginners, people using their smartphone camera. It’s a great place to start if you’ve wanted to volunteer photography at your local shelter, or are a staff member eager to improve intake photos.

PHOTO TIPS

Written blog post with more details, steps and tips, specifically for animal rescuers / volunteers. This is a good starting point.

PHOTO TIPS / SHORTENED

This is a shorter and slightly edited version of my photo tips for rescuers and volunteers.

MORE TIPS!

A Washington Post article I helped shape up. It provides tips for pet owners, many applicable for shelter pets.

SIMPLE TIPS / USING A SMARTPHONE

Video: simple tips to get you started (using your phone, but also good for camera).

RETOUCHING BLACK FUR (USING LIGHTROOM)

Video: Editing with Lightroom: retouching black fur to make sure the pet shines.

iPHONE TIPS

Tutorial created with Apple. How to take pet photos with iPhone (this one is a bit more technical, with using different settings, etc., but tons of great tips for shooting, editing and retouching).