A NEW ADVENTURE
PAWSH PORTRAITS CARMEL
A PET STUDIO BOUTIQUE
Our goal is to create a keepsake of your sweet pets and provide sentimental gifts from Carmel by the Sea. We look forward to seeing you soon! If you'd like to follow along for more, follow us on instagram @pawshportraitscarmel
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When hired to do senior sessions, it's usually a great opportunity for the family to get updated photos of the siblings (and/or pets) too! This shoot was going so well that we had plenty of time for some extras! This is great because it adds a nice variety to my clients proof album. When they thought they would get some wallets and an 8x10 of their favorite photo, now they have enough to make a nice coffee table book, graduation announcement, and potentially even their next holiday cards. People like options! Giving that extra effort has helped develop long lasting client relationships. No matter where my career takes me, I will always have time for these clients.
So last week I had a fun photo shoot with a film maker. It is really fun working with someone who looks at light and compositions in a similar way. I do not pretend to know anything about shooting video but we definitely share a passion for creating a mood and producing some creative shots. If you would like to take a look at his work and follow what new things are in store here is a link to his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/thekingproductions
If you live around Monterey County, you have probably heard of the annual Wag n' Walk that benefits the SPCA. Everyone gathers with their dogs to walk from Shoreline Park all the way to Lovers Point and back. After the walk, everyone is welcome to participate in really cute contests. Many sit with their furry friends and watch the contests over a picnic lunch or peruse the sponsored booths. This is the first year I have photographed the event. My favorite part happened on the trail from the aquarium back to the park. I got a chance to stop and visit with some Wag N Walkers while they rested in the shade--which provided some great photo opportunities. Everyone would introduce their dogs and tell me amazing stories of healing, rehabilitation, unconditional love, and "happily-ever-afters". I have photographed dozens of adoptable dogs, and to hear these stories filled me with joy. Thanks to some great feedback I already have fun ideas planned for Wag N Walk 2014. If you have other ideas on creative ways to capture your pups and their personalities, do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you so much for sharing your stories and allowing me to snuggle with your dogs!
]]>Pups from top to bottom: Parker, Mr. Pibbs, Kaylee, Jill, and Rasta.
Meet Parker, who clearly loves a good snuggle!
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Hello there! I have been very excited to be working with a great team of people that aim to enhance barn animal adoption photos. You know, the rescue photos that say "Just love me!" Puppies and kitties I've had more experience to get great glamour shots. Big barn animals (like horses) don't have a little studio with perfect lighting. I've researched photos of horses all over the internet trying to observe flattering angles. I spoke with horse owners to get input on what they look for when buying a horse. With this information in mind, and a willing friend, I was able to practice with her horse. Our kids came along and will be co-starring in the slideshow.
One important detail for an adoptable horse photo is a saddle. This shows they can be saddled; disproving any misconception that rescue horses are damaged pasture pets. Horses typically do NOT like a fill flash...or any kind of flash for that matter...noted. They also don't care for being shot from behind (self-concious I'm sure). Shooting low and having the sun behind me seems to be the most flattering. A flag or plastic bag flapping in the wind tends to get the pretty pose (head up ears forward). For best results, we want a team of 3 people. I really hope to develop a solid standard for the horse photos if I can.
If any of this work can raise awareness of how many sweet, safe, beautiful barn animals are available for adoption then I will be elated. As things progress I hope these animals find even more support, donations, and adoptions.
Please feel free to share any ideas you may have to make great adoptable horse photos!
A special thank you to Eyreka, Aaron, Tennley, Geoff, Mackenzie, and of course Miss Sapphire.
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