Dog Photography: September 2008 Archives
As the interview drew to a close, I asked Jenni what was the single most important thing she wanted our listeners to take away from her 7 Photography Questions interview. Her answer was very enlightening.
At the conclusion of my interview with Jenni Bidner I asked her if she could share some of her secrets for getting such amazing photographs of dogs. She was more than willing to share some advice with our listeners.
After studying wolves for quite some time and working with search and rescue dogs, Jenni Bidner knows that dogs and wolves are very similar... yet very different. These pictures show the similarities between the two.
How did Jenni Bidner capture this captivating photo of her German Shorthaired Pointer? Here she explains why timing is so important and how proper panning can have a dramatic effect on photographs of your dog in motion.
This picture of a wolf puppy pouncing is the perfect example of a moment in time that must be captured quickly. In a blink, it's over and if you're not ready, the shot is gone forever.
Jenni Bidner explains how she was prepared to capture this adorable wolf puppy picture.
Dogs don't always kiss on command and getting them to do it long enough for a photo isn't easy, which is why this heartwarming shot of a dog kissing a boy is so impressive.
How did Jenni Bidner manage to capture it? She shared her secrets during her 7 Photography Questions interview.
How did Jenni get such a remarkable difference in the before and after shots of this blue eyed dog? She shared her secrets during her 7 Photography Questions interview.
Jennifer Bidner tells us how she captured this amusing shot of a dog in the window, even though this particular pooch hates having her photograph taken.
Where you stand when taking a photograph can make a big difference, as Jenni Bidner proves in this Border Collie photo comparison. Here she explains how she got the two different shots.
How can one German Shepherd picture look so different from another -- if it's the very same dog? Jenni Bidner explains as she discusses these before and after shots.
Jenni Bidner's books have some of her most captivating photographs on their covers. She shared those and several of her other wonderful photographs with us during her 7 Photography Questions interview.
How do you improve your dog photography skills? Jenni Bidner's answers might surprise you. She offers two excellent suggestions that will help you take your dog photography to the next level...
Capturing your pet's personality in dog photographs isn't always easy. It's a breeze to get a picture of how your dog looks, but how do you capture the true essence of who he or she really is? Jenni Bidner offered some very insightful advice.
Most dogs have dark eyes, so red eye correction often becomes an important aspect of pet photography. We asked Jenni Bidner how she prevents red eye and green eye in her dog photographs. She had some helpful advice to offer.
Plus, Jenni offered an important -- but little known -- dog health tip as well...
When you're doing black dog photography, there are quite a few obstacles to overcome. It's easy to lose the details of the dog in all that darkness. I asked Jenni Bidner if she had any advice to offer. Once again, she came through with some very insightful answers.
Every craft has its "tools of the trade" and professional pet photography is no different. I asked Jenni Bidner what must-have equipment she recommends for pet photographers. She was more than willing to give us some pointers.
Every good photographer knows that not all lenses are created equal, so I asked Jenni Bidner which lens was her favorite for use in professional pet photography. She was more than willing to share that information with our listeners.
Jenni Bidner was more than happy to share the techniques she uses to keep her subjects' noses out of the camera when she's photographing dogs. She went on to give even more great advice.
We've all been there -- we want to get a great dog photo of our beloved pooch but the moment we raise the camera and try to get the dog to look at us, Fido is all up in our face. Oftentimes dog's are interested in what we're doing and are not interested in the least in posing for a pic.
How do you overcome this obstacle? Jenni Bidner offered some advice...
When it comes to taking dog photographs, there are common mistakes and pitfalls you want to avoid. Fortunately, you don't have to tread into this territory blindly. Jenni Bidner was more than willing to share some tips on how to avoid the most common dog photography mistakes during her 7 Photography Questions interview.
Dog photography is an art, and it takes the right mix of skill and experience to get it right. While many of us may have raw talent, there are few who have the years of experience necessary to truly bring out the best in man's best friend. Fortunately, Jenni Bidner was more than willing to share some tips and advice.
Discover which questions Jenni provides the answers to, what equipment she recommends, how she gets her subjects to cooperate and the best way to tackle your dog photography projects in this 7 Photography Questions interview.
Dog photography can be quite a challenging undertaking. After all, not many photographers can say they work with subjects who don't speak their language, let alone subjects who may bite if not kept happy.
Fortunately, we have just the expert to turn to for dog photography advice. Renowned dog photographer Jenni Bidner was more than willing to share her knowledge and expertise during our 7 Photography Questions interview.
