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Is Luck a Factor in Pet Photography?

3/12/2021

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It's that wearin'-of-the-green month of March, where everyone is St. Patricking around and suddenly Irish.  That got me to thinking about LUCK and its involvement in photography...specifically pet photography.

I often hear some photographers say "I was so lucky to get that shot!"

I tend to think of lucky shots as the ones where I plan to take a photo of a dog on a hillside, and suddenly an eagle  comes swooping down with a fish in its talons right next to the dog.  NOW THAT'S LUCK!

But here's some other things I consider lucky.

1.)  A client's dog with a great SIT/STAY, that also has a great smile.
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There is no secret that we pet photographers can deal with just about any behavior (except biting), and still get off that perfect photo, but OH HOW LOVELY it is to have an owner who has taught obedience and basic commands, with the result being a pet that sits perfectly still for a studio photo.

​2.) A great backdrop to capture our subjects in their most-loved environments.
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Most of us can find a backdrop anywhere.  You would be surprised at some of the things I have used as my background, in terms of what else was around me at the time.  Even owners are surprised at what the final image looks like sometimes, because what I see is VERY DIFFERENT from what they see.  My mind is always working toward that final image.

But, when a beautiful field with a long line of fencing presents itself to me in a pet's own backyard, there is no way I am going to pass that up.  That's luck!

​3.) A cat that will wear anything.
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SERIOUSLY.  Now you know this is really a luck thing.

There are many more things that can be added to my small sample list, I am sure.  But, it also needs to be said, that without the skill and understanding involved in photography, capitalizing on the luck that presents itself would be impossible.

I'll leave you with that thought, and a whole blog circle ahead.  This week's theme is "lucky," and you can start the circle with Angela Schneider of Big White Dog Photography in Spokane and North Idaho.  Have a fun weekend!
4 Comments
Tracy Allard link
3/12/2021 11:47:15 am

That smile on the golden is priceless and the cat, such a pretty holiday picture! I completely agree and as the saying goes, "I'd rather be lucky than good" :).

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Angela Schneider link
3/12/2021 02:03:56 pm

Cats are not easy! You gotta be good to be lucky and you did great.

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Darlene link
3/12/2021 04:23:40 pm

Love these, Elaine! Dogs that sit? Really ? Haha! Yes, a lucky thing! The cat in the bucket image is amazing! These are all perfect!

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Nancy link
3/12/2021 05:30:30 pm

Love your take on the luck aspect. yes, those lucky spots in the yard are always a joy to find.

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