Showing posts with label pets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pets. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
4 quick tricks for getting great Paw-traits
We're right in the middle of our Paw-traits Modeling Contest. For those of you who don't know much about it, it's Lexington's 2nd Annual Dog Modeling Contest, all to raise funds for the National Canine Cancer Foundation. It is hosted by ourselves and PetSuites of Lexington and it runs all the way through March 31st! To learn more about it Watch This Video, Read This, and call us at 859.277.6671.
Well, as we've been photographing all these dogs, we've noticed a few things that may help when you want to snap a great photo of your own furry friend.
Your dog likes you...I mean, really likes you! And he wants nothing more than to be in your lap. And if you engage this highly loving creature in some physical play before you try and get pictures chances are you wont get him to stay still long enough to snap the photo. So muster up your own self-control and save the rough housing until after your photo session is done.
Dogs respond incredibly well to extrinsic motivation (a.k.a. bribery). So keep a handful of treats available to bribe your dog with - chances are she'll stay still if she knows she's getting something for it. The thing you have to remember then is, make sure you actually reward your dog for her good behavior! If you don't she won't have any reason to keep sitting. WARNING! If you keep treats in your pocket so your dog won't see them, just make sure she doesn't smell them out, or you're done for! And whatever you do, DO NOT bring out her favorite ball or toy!!! (See trick #1)
Dogs don't photograph the same way as people; they look great from some really funny angles and terrible from others. Use a variety of angles and focal lengths when photographing your furry friend and see what works and what doesn't. Keep in mind that the most classic dog images from the art world are often with the dog looking off to one side.
It's ALWAYS crucial to watch your backgrounds in portrait photography, but with dogs you should take extra care because their fur will blend in to the background if it's similar in color. Try and choose a background with vibrant color that isn't found in the dogs fur, or against the opposite light/dark background from your dog's fur (e.g. if your dog is black, try a white or light colored background - NOT black!)
Above all else, have FUN! And make sure your dog has fun too! After all - they're worth it! Enjoy your adventures!
Well, as we've been photographing all these dogs, we've noticed a few things that may help when you want to snap a great photo of your own furry friend.
1. Save the play for after the photos.
Your dog likes you...I mean, really likes you! And he wants nothing more than to be in your lap. And if you engage this highly loving creature in some physical play before you try and get pictures chances are you wont get him to stay still long enough to snap the photo. So muster up your own self-control and save the rough housing until after your photo session is done.
2. Keep treats handy.
Dogs respond incredibly well to extrinsic motivation (a.k.a. bribery). So keep a handful of treats available to bribe your dog with - chances are she'll stay still if she knows she's getting something for it. The thing you have to remember then is, make sure you actually reward your dog for her good behavior! If you don't she won't have any reason to keep sitting. WARNING! If you keep treats in your pocket so your dog won't see them, just make sure she doesn't smell them out, or you're done for! And whatever you do, DO NOT bring out her favorite ball or toy!!! (See trick #1)
3. Play with camera angles.
Dogs don't photograph the same way as people; they look great from some really funny angles and terrible from others. Use a variety of angles and focal lengths when photographing your furry friend and see what works and what doesn't. Keep in mind that the most classic dog images from the art world are often with the dog looking off to one side.
4. Pay extra special attention to the background!
It's ALWAYS crucial to watch your backgrounds in portrait photography, but with dogs you should take extra care because their fur will blend in to the background if it's similar in color. Try and choose a background with vibrant color that isn't found in the dogs fur, or against the opposite light/dark background from your dog's fur (e.g. if your dog is black, try a white or light colored background - NOT black!)
Above all else, have FUN! And make sure your dog has fun too! After all - they're worth it! Enjoy your adventures!
Monday, February 1, 2010
Paw-Traits 2010: Lexington's 2nd Annual Dog Modeling Contest
Check this out!
Originally the deadline to enter was Feb. 28th - that has just been extended all the way to March 31st! So PLEASE get your furry friend in here to help us raise money for the National Canine Cancer Foundation (wearethecure.org). It's a great cause!
Like this video? See it in HQ on Facebook! Click Here...or over there ---------------------->
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Paw-traits Preview: Nellie
Let us introduce you to Nellie, one of our first entrants for the 2010 Paw-traits Contest
Isn't she adorable? These are the kind of photographs that come out of the Paw-traits Contest, and we're hoping to see a lot more just like this! Nellie's family has helped make a difference for Canine Cancer Research by being a part of Paw-traits...you can do the same. Just give us a call at 859.277.6671 and make an appointment for your furry friend, and you can have images just like Nellie's!
Smell you soon!
Thursday, December 31, 2009
2010 Pet Paw-Traits Modeling Contest
With the new year here
and stockings packed away...
It's time for our "other" kids,
it's going to be your dogs' day!
Portrait Shoppe is teaming up with Pet Suites and The Barkery to host Lexington's 2nd annual Paw-Traits Modeling Contest. Now is your chance to celebrate the furriest member of your family and have loads of fun! Two contestants will be selected from our small, medium and large breeds categories. Participate in either fantasy or traditional styles and take a shot at winning some great gift baskets....(if Fido's stocking just wasn't enough) :)
Who knows...maybe your pretty lil' pup could be our next grand finalist!
Curious about the competition? Check out last year's...
and stockings packed away...
It's time for our "other" kids,
it's going to be your dogs' day!
Portrait Shoppe is teaming up with Pet Suites and The Barkery to host Lexington's 2nd annual Paw-Traits Modeling Contest. Now is your chance to celebrate the furriest member of your family and have loads of fun! Two contestants will be selected from our small, medium and large breeds categories. Participate in either fantasy or traditional styles and take a shot at winning some great gift baskets....(if Fido's stocking just wasn't enough) :)
Who knows...maybe your pretty lil' pup could be our next grand finalist!
Curious about the competition? Check out last year's...
Friday, April 24, 2009
1st Annual Paw-trait Contest - Winners!
Back in the month of February, Portrait Shoppe teamed up with Pet Suites of Lexington to host the 1st annual Paw-trait Modeling Contest. Having never done a dog modeling contest before we we're sure what to expect or how well it would be received by Lexington.
Well, we are happy to report that it was a huge success! Not only did we enjoy ourselves thoroughly, but we had a great turnout: over 20 entrants! Lots of the owners were thrilled that we did this because for some the dogs were their children, and this gave them an opportunity to celebrate the furriest members of their family. But the best part was that we all pitched in together to make a significant donation to the National Canine Cancer Foundation. Thank you for helping out!
Well, we are happy to report that it was a huge success! Not only did we enjoy ourselves thoroughly, but we had a great turnout: over 20 entrants! Lots of the owners were thrilled that we did this because for some the dogs were their children, and this gave them an opportunity to celebrate the furriest members of their family. But the best part was that we all pitched in together to make a significant donation to the National Canine Cancer Foundation. Thank you for helping out!
2009 Paw-trait Winners
THANK YOU to everybody who participated in this event! We had a blast - we hope you did too. We look forward to seeing all of you next year, and we anticipate that this Paw-trait Modeling Contest will grow and grow, getting bigger, better, and furrier each year.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Paw-traits: Pet Modeling Contest
February 1-28, 2009
Introducing the first ever Portrait Shoppe Pet Modeling Contest! We have teamed up with Pet Suites www.petsuitesofamerica.com/location_lexington.asp) and put together a modeling contest for the furriest children of your family. For the entire month of February bring your dog into the Portrait Shoppe for his or her very own photo session, and we'll enter a portrait of your choice into our modeling contest: the winner gets their portrait on the cover of Bluegrass Dog Magazine! All participants receive a free portrait and a doggie bag filled with goodies. Proceeds go to benefit the National Canine Cancer Foundation. (www.wearethecure.org)
What about getting a family portrait that includes the dog, or incorporating your human children into the portraits? Yes! We want this to be a fun and memorable experience for your whole family, and look forward to including everybody in the portraits. Call the Portrait Shoppe at 859.277.6671 for more info or to make an appointment, or check out the website to learn more. See you in February!
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