I love working in my studio. There I am in control of lighting and objects, the amount of bodies (furry or otherwise) in a scene, and have access to all the tools of the trade. But there are many times when I suggest other-than-studio settings for photographing pets and people, and there are a number of people I meet who want the most realistic picture of what their pet looked like, or did, in everyday life.
This is when Lifestyle Photography plays an important role. This is when I pack up my goods and go on location, usually at a client's home or to a field where they may be hunting their dog, etc.
Below is a photo of a kitty who spends beautiful summer days on a lovely deck surrounded by flowers and cat grass. He wears a harness and has learned that he cannot go anywhere, so is happy in his deck garden. Everyday life.
This is when Lifestyle Photography plays an important role. This is when I pack up my goods and go on location, usually at a client's home or to a field where they may be hunting their dog, etc.
Below is a photo of a kitty who spends beautiful summer days on a lovely deck surrounded by flowers and cat grass. He wears a harness and has learned that he cannot go anywhere, so is happy in his deck garden. Everyday life.
Lord knows I have countless photos from my own crew lounging around or playing in the yard. But I took this opportunity to look back through my stock of photos to get an idea of how often I am requested to come on location.
Hunting with a dog is one of the reasons I would be on location.
Hunting with a dog is one of the reasons I would be on location.
When people are involved in the photograph, I tend to give some posing instructions, or an objective for the photo. But when it is just a pet, this is not always an option. Some direction may be provided by the owner, but in most cases I am waiting and watching to observe behavior and find the best possible shot.
In the case below, the owner had control of the subject, and the objective was planned beforehand.
In the case below, the owner had control of the subject, and the objective was planned beforehand.
It seems I do more on location work and lifestyle photography in the better weather times of Northeastern Pennsylvania, which makes sense. I do love exploring new locations that have a value and meaning to the client, and that help build exactly the type of memory they want.
Above, Sadie takes a break on her favorite dirt spot waiting for the horses to come out on the farm. When you see a pet do the same thing every day, this could be the fond memory you might want to capture.
There is nothing too mundane or too routine about grabbing the photo of day-to-day life that will spark a memory or make you smile. For most pets, home-sweet-home is the prime location where they will be the most relaxed and interact with their environment in the easiest way.
I have captured many memories of our own dogs, cats and even chickens, doing their every day things.
There is nothing too mundane or too routine about grabbing the photo of day-to-day life that will spark a memory or make you smile. For most pets, home-sweet-home is the prime location where they will be the most relaxed and interact with their environment in the easiest way.
I have captured many memories of our own dogs, cats and even chickens, doing their every day things.
Screech, one of our past roosters, often came to the door to look for me, bringing his entire harem.
The theme this week is No Place Like Home. To see more interpretations, start with Darlene Woodward of Pant the Town Photography, serving MA and NH. Find the links at the bottom of each blog entry to travel around the circle.
Daylight saving time begins on March 10th, which isn't that far away, so I look forward to warmer weather and more on-location photo shoots! Have a great weekend!
Daylight saving time begins on March 10th, which isn't that far away, so I look forward to warmer weather and more on-location photo shoots! Have a great weekend!
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