Dogtography : a knock-your-socks-off guide to capturing the best dog photos on earth

Learn to create amazing, charming, and compelling dog photographs with Kaylee Greer, commercial dog photographer and host of Nat Geo Wild's Pupparazzi! If you want to learn to create pictures that truly capture a dog's personality--whether that's playful, cute, whimsical, shy, goofy, strong, or beautiful--you've come to the right place. If you're a professional photographer looking to up your game or an amateur who just wants to take better pictures of your best bud, Dogtography is your guide to capturing jaw-dropping photographs that are filled with heart and soul. And there is no better teacher than Kaylee Greer, a widely published commercial photographer who teaches pet photography workshops around the world and is host of Nat Geo Wild's "Pupparazzi," an original television series that focuses on her life and career. Dogtography is packed with great information and--just like Kaylee and her photographs--an infectious personality. In this book, you'll learn all of Kaylee's hard-earned tricks of the trade, including her camera settings, lens choices, and how she picks great locations. You'll also learn all about: - "Speaking dog"--understanding body language, respect, and safety - What's in Kaylee's camera bag and treat bag (squeakers, snacks, and toys)! - Getting the best expressions and poses during a shoot - How to create a great action shot - Techniques for finding your style and enhancing your creativity - Kaylee's tried-and-true shot ideas You'll also learn Kaylee's method for picking the best images from a shoot, plus her post-processing techniques to finish off a shot, including general retouching, making eyes sparkle, and the all-important leash removal! TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: Speaking Dog Chapter 2: Basic Camera Settings Chapter 3: What's in the Camera Bag at Every Shoot? Chapter 4: What's in the Treat Bag? Tools and Tricks for Getting Your Furry Subject's Attention Chapter 5: Choosing a Location Chapter 6: The Best and Most Effective Tips for a Rockin' Dog Photo Shoot Chapter 7: Expressions and Poses Chapter 8: Shooting Action Chapter 9: Creativity Chapter 10: Tried and True Shoot Ideas Chapter 11: Choosing Your Best Images Chapter 12: Editing and Final Steps Title Copyright Dedication Acknowledgements About the Author Contents Introduction Hi, I’m Kaylee How it all Began Chapter 1 Speak Dog Let’s Talk Dog Body Language Energy Do Your Homework It’s all in the Approach Positive Reinforcement Specific Dog Body Language Situations Lip Licking Paw Up Panting Case Study: Junie the Serious Seawitch Whale Eye Turning Away Yawning Ears Back Tail Position Combination Body Language Cues Why does Positive Body Language Matter? Case Study: Daisy Respect your Dog and Work Safely Case Study: Ralph Know when to take a Break Learn your Dog In Conclusion Chapter 2 Camera Settings Camera Body Canon 1DX MkIII Canon 5D MkIII Sony A7III Fuji GFX 50S Camera Settings AUTO Versus MANUAL Shutter Speed Behind the Shot: The Anti-Gravity good Boy ISO Aperture The Importance of Shooting Raw Focusing Modes (for Still Dogs, Not-So-Still Dogs, and Action Dogs) General Autofocus Settings Action Autofocus Settings White Balance Stick with it! Chapter 3 Lenses 50MM 35MM 70-200MM 16-35MM 11-24MM 24-70MM Chapter 4 Dirty Little Secrets Preparing for the Shoot Using Sounds Head Tilts Toys Balls Treats What’s in the Treat Bag? Sounds Treats Toys Accessories Lickables Leverage the Power of the Owner How to keep your Dog in Place Putting Dogs up on Things Tethering Stake ‘Em in! Long Leashes Take a Break! (or Twenty.) Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate! Get Low! Working with an Assistant (or Not) Harnesses Collars Tags Naked Is Nice Shooting Blind Chapter 5 Sunshine Wrangling Give High Noon the Middle Finger Avoiding Midday Why It’s Better to Shoot in Earlier or Later Hours The Color The Intensity The Angle/Direction Rules are Made to be Broken Qualities of Light Color Temperature Direction Quality (Soft vs. Hard) Types of Natural Light Indoor / Window Light Full Sun Cloudy Shade Backlight Twilight Chapter 6 Catchlights Chapter 7 Location Rules, Regulations, and Permits (Boooo!!) Location Scouting Personalize Dog-Sized World Distractions Safety First Chapter 8 Expression Chapter 9 Shooting Action The Gear The Camera Settings Light, Camera, Action! Backlight Front Light Sidelight Expression Safety Get Low! Motivation Scenario 1: Your Dog Model Is Safe to Be off Leash and Has a Great “Stay” and Recall Scenario 2: Your Dog Model is Safe to Be off Leash but Has a Poor “Stay” Command Scenario 3: Your Dog Model Is Not Safe to Be off Leash Push your Limits Chapter 10 Group Photo Techniques Taming Twosomes with your Trusty Tether Putting Pups on Pedestals Fabulous Focusing Fixes Capturing Canine Kisses Chapter 11 The Canine Variety Power Hour 50MM Overhead Puppy-Eyes Portrait Action: Running Action: Jump! Anti-Gravity Dogs Playing with a Favorite Toy or Ball Dog with Owners Silhouettes Play! Comical, Wide Angle Compressed Portrait with Bokeh or Background Blur Detail Shots Chapter 12 Illumination Nation Reflectors Continuous Lighting On-Camera Flash Off-Camera Flash Dial In Those Settings Modifiers Placement Go Slow Seeking Inspiration Chapter 13 Post-Processing Photoshop Leash Removal Shooting for Leash Removal Removing People Person Removal Method 1: Content Aware Person Removal Method 2: The Background Stretch Person Removal Method 3: Using Plates Digital Grooming Dirt, Dust, and Dander Tear Stains, Eye Boogies, and Shaved Spots Making Eyes Sparkle Chapter 14 Giving Back Experience Before and After Make the Best of what you’ve Got Make a Difference ’Til Next Time **Learn to create amazing, charming, and compelling dog photographs with Kaylee Greer, commercial dog photographer and host of Nat Geo Wild's Pupparazzi!**If you want to learn to create pictures that truly capture a dog's personality--whether that's playful, cute, whimsical, shy, goofy, strong, or beautiful--you've come to the right place. If you're a professional photographer looking to up your game or an amateur who just wants to take better pictures of your best bud, __Dogtography__ is your guide to capturing jaw-dropping photographs that are filled with heart and soul. And there is no better teacher than Kaylee Greer, a widely published commercial photographer who teaches pet photography workshops around the world and is host of Nat Geo Wild's "Pupparazzi," an original television series that focuses on her life and career. __Dogtography__ is packed with great information and--just like Kaylee and her photographs--an infectious personality. In this book, you'll learn all of Kaylee's hard-earned tricks of the trade, including her camera settings, lens choices, and how she picks great locations. You'll also learn all about: - "Speaking dog"--understanding body language, respect, and safety - Getting the best expressions and poses during a shoot - Techniques for finding your style and enhancing your creativity You'll also learn Kaylee's method for picking the best images from a shoot, plus her post-processing techniques to finish off a shot, including general retouching, making eyes sparkle, and the all-important leash removal! "If you want to learn to create out-of-this-world photos that capture the heart and soul of a dog, you've come to the right place. Whether you're a professional looking to up your dog photography game, or an amateur striving to take better pictures of your four-legged best friend, Dogtography is your guide to crafting jaw-dropping photographs that are exploding with personality. And there is no better teacher than Kaylee Greer, one of the world's most in-demand dog photographers. Kaylee travels the globe photographing dogs for some of the biggest pet brands on Earth, teaches industry-renowned workshops, and stars in Nat Geo Wild's original television mini-series Pupparazzi, chronicling her colorful adventures photographing dogs across America. Dogtography is jam-packed with tips and tricks and--just like Kaylee and her award-winning photographs--an infectious personality. In this book, you'll learn Kaylee's best-kept secrets, including camera settings, lens choices, and post-processing techniques. You'll explore tried and true methods for working with dogs of all shapes and sizes, unlock the power of positive reinforcement, and discover the gift of giving back to dogs in need through the magic of photography." -- Back cover