Including Your Family Pet in Your Family Photos in Houston, TX
For many people, pets are furry members of the family. It comes as no surprise that they want to include their pets in their photos. Including your pets in your photo session does require a little extra preparation but it is something I always welcome and encourage!
Below are a few tips to prepare you for your photo session with your pet.
To capture the best looking photos, we will need to get your pet to sit still and behave. Pets can get very excited when new people are around so let your pet become acquainted with me and the new environment beforehand. Bring treats and toys that your pet enjoys so that you have something to use to grab their attention if necessary.
Keep a leash or harness ready, just in case. Even though your pet might be well trained, it never hurts to be prepared. You may also want to arrange your poses so you can hold onto your pet securely without it looking like you are hanging on for dear life. I will help you with posing so that the final image looks natural!
If you know that your photo session is going to take some time, give your pets the chance to take breaks, walk around and drink water. You won’t be able to force a pet to sit still if they are thirsty or agitated. It’s a great idea to bring an extra set of hands or helper to watch the pet for any photos we take that don’t include the pet.
As a pet owner you probably know how perceptive your animals are to energy and emotions, so it’s important that you are relaxed when you get to your pet photo session. If you really want to keep your pets relaxed too, try and arrange your photo session in a place where your pet will feel most comfortable such as your garden or a park.
For the best results, working with a photographer like myself, who loves animals and has previously worked with animals will make for an easy and enjoyable portrait session. I am an avid dog lover and always welcome any pet to join in your family portrait session!
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