| Tips on Photographic People and Pets |
Several of your favorite photographs are used to capture every detail of the person or pet's
personality. Take many pictures even if you have to use a roll of film or two. This way you'll have
many different angles and poses to choose from. If you're using a digital camera, use the highest
resolution setting possible.
If you're photographing a pet, try to have someone hold the pet while you take the photos. It's
easier to take pictures when someone stands behind you and gets the pet's attention. Don't
worry about hands and arms in the picture, as these can be removed. Just try not to cover
important details of the pet. Hold treats near the camera while trying to capture the best pose.
Try to get your pet's favorite expression. This will help identify their personality, and it will be
obvious in the final art.
Get on the same level as your subject as photos taken from above can't be used for a portrait. Try
to get as close as possible and still get a clear picture. The background isn't important as this
won't be added anyway, unless you desire a particular backdrop for the painting. However, a
closeup of the subject is what I'm looking for.
Lighting is very important. Taking a photo of your subject in natural lighting is best. Morning and
mid to late afternoon sun will create the best shadows. Don't use a flash as this can cause red
eye. Try to get the light to shine on the face to show all the features, and take several photos at
different angles, not just directly in front of the subject. Photos taken at an angle are much more
interesting.
The eyes "make the painting." I work from several different photos, but the eyes are the most
important feature and capture the personality of your subject. Try to take several close shots of
the head and eye detail.
The more photos I have to work with, the better the painting. Also, if I have good reference
photos, there is less guesswork involved, and you will end up with a true likeness of your
subject. I will scan your photos and use the scans as reference so that your photos will be
returned in their original condition. Unless, of course, they are digital photos. These can be sent
on disc or by email. All of this can be discussed further if you have any questions. One more
thing...if you're interested in having me take the photos for you, my hourly rate is $25/hr. minimum
which includes travel time to and from your home within a 20 mile radius of Wilmington, NC.
I hope these few photo tips helped. Let me know if I can answer any other questions. I look
forward to working with you.
personality. Take many pictures even if you have to use a roll of film or two. This way you'll have
many different angles and poses to choose from. If you're using a digital camera, use the highest
resolution setting possible.
If you're photographing a pet, try to have someone hold the pet while you take the photos. It's
easier to take pictures when someone stands behind you and gets the pet's attention. Don't
worry about hands and arms in the picture, as these can be removed. Just try not to cover
important details of the pet. Hold treats near the camera while trying to capture the best pose.
Try to get your pet's favorite expression. This will help identify their personality, and it will be
obvious in the final art.
Get on the same level as your subject as photos taken from above can't be used for a portrait. Try
to get as close as possible and still get a clear picture. The background isn't important as this
won't be added anyway, unless you desire a particular backdrop for the painting. However, a
closeup of the subject is what I'm looking for.
Lighting is very important. Taking a photo of your subject in natural lighting is best. Morning and
mid to late afternoon sun will create the best shadows. Don't use a flash as this can cause red
eye. Try to get the light to shine on the face to show all the features, and take several photos at
different angles, not just directly in front of the subject. Photos taken at an angle are much more
interesting.
The eyes "make the painting." I work from several different photos, but the eyes are the most
important feature and capture the personality of your subject. Try to take several close shots of
the head and eye detail.
The more photos I have to work with, the better the painting. Also, if I have good reference
photos, there is less guesswork involved, and you will end up with a true likeness of your
subject. I will scan your photos and use the scans as reference so that your photos will be
returned in their original condition. Unless, of course, they are digital photos. These can be sent
on disc or by email. All of this can be discussed further if you have any questions. One more
thing...if you're interested in having me take the photos for you, my hourly rate is $25/hr. minimum
which includes travel time to and from your home within a 20 mile radius of Wilmington, NC.
I hope these few photo tips helped. Let me know if I can answer any other questions. I look
forward to working with you.
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