Capture Sweet Memories of Your Pet With Professional Photography

Taking pictures of your pet is a great way to capture all the wonderful moments that you share together, but investing in professional photography can give you so much more. Experienced pet specific photographers have the skills needed to make sure that your pet is comfortable and relaxed during the session, resulting in beautiful images that you can keep forever. They may also offer custom artwork or keepsakes that will take your images even further. In this blog post courtesy of Ash & Alder Photography, we'll take a look at a few reasons why investing in professional photography is a must for your pet.

Expert Photographers can Handle Even the Most Rambunctious Pets

One of the biggest benefits of hiring a professional pet photographer for your pet’s portrait session is that we have experience training and handling even the most rambunctious pets. With our years of experience, we know how to get your pet to settle down and stay still long enough for them to snap beautiful shots. When I say “stay still long enough” this can be as quickly as a fraction of a second, that is all the time we need to capture a beautiful shot. This means you won’t have to worry about whether or not your pup will cooperate during their session, as a pro will be able to handle any situation.

This rambunctious puppy, Zeke, was super high energy but we managed to capture this precious moment that only lasted about 2 seconds before he was up and running around again.

A Skilled Pro Can Easily Edit Your Photos

Another benefit of working with a professional photographer is that we can easily edit out any distractions from your photos, such as leashes or collars, eye boogers, dandruff, and more, so that the focus is solely on your pet. We're also skilled in using various techniques to ensure that the lighting and backgrounds are perfect. This means that the finished images will be of high enough quality that they can both be shared online and hung on your wall as artwork.

A Pro Knows How To Create A Comfortable Environment For Your Pet

When it comes time for the actual photo shoot, it’s important that both you and your pet feel comfortable with the process so that everyone is at ease when taking pictures. An experienced pro knows how to create an inviting atmosphere where everyone feels relaxed, which makes it easier for them to capture genuine moments between you and your pet. They understand how different animals react differently depending on their environment, so you can rest assured knowing that the shoot won't be overwhelming for your animal.

These two are meeting for the first time during this shoot, but look how comfortable they are with each other.

Use Adobe Express To Take Your Photos Even Further

Once your photos are finished, you can take them even further with Adobe Express. This free online platform allows you to create social media posts and keepsakes with your images, and because professional photos are of such high quality, you can do so without worrying about pixelation or blurriness. Here are a few tools you can try, with your photographer's permission:

    • Create a stunning Instagram collage using the best pics from your pet’s shoot. This is a great way to engage your followers! You can customize the collage with a variety of tools.

    • Create a beautiful photo calendar that uses a different photo for each day of the month. This makes a great gift for loved ones, or you can hang it in your home and relive your special day all year long. The hardest part is deciding which photos to use!

    • Make a Facebook story that highlights your favorite moment from your pet’s shoot. Customize your story using this free tool. This is a fun way to share your pet’s fun session with friends and family.

    • Create a beautiful custom Facebook video that shares your pet’s special day with friends and followers. Adobe makes it super easy with their user-friendly tools. You can even add on-screen text to the video for personalization.

Creek time!

Skye was having so much fun playing in the creek at Highbanks Metropark.

From capturing candid shots during playtime outside to posing professionally indoors, there are many reasons why hiring an expert photographer for portrait sessions is beneficial. Not only do professionals know how to handle even the most rambunctious pets while keeping everyone comfortable, but they can also edit your photos so that they're frame-worthy. With a professional, you'll get beautiful keepsakes that will last forever.

Folio Box with matted prints

Framed canvas

Ready to capture beautiful shots of your sweet pet? Get in touch with Ash & Alder Photography today to learn more about the services available.

Article written by Adobe in collaboration with Erica Schomaker. All images copyright by Erica Schomaker.