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).
