Photos with animals will never lose their relevance: after all, animals are such cute, natural and spontaneous creatures that it is almost impossible to remain indifferent when viewing images with them. It is precisely such photographic works that always collect the largest number of likes and reposts, and pet owners receive unforgettable emotional photographs that they will want to review even years later.

The art of photography with animals is not as simple as it might seem at first glance: even the process of photographing small children will not bring as much trouble to the photographer and models as working with furry pets. It doesn’t matter what kind of animal is in front of you: it will move a lot and very rarely take the right poses even for a second, and its mood and desire change too quickly. But all these difficulties can be overcome: the main thing is to apply in practice the rules that are set out in the article - after all, not only every family or individual, but also the photographer himself wants to get interesting, and most importantly, lively photographs.

Getting ready for a photo shoot with a pet

For many people and families, a pet is much more than just an animal at hand: they have already become a part of our lives, our close family members who are taken very seriously. Today, a huge number of people have their own pets, and photo sessions with them have become the norm and even a tradition: calling all the household members, but forgetting about your beloved dog seems impossible.

Get ready for the fact that you will have to work hard before achieving the desired result: the animal will not come easy, so you should be fully prepared before undertaking such an event. Of course, you will greatly simplify your task if you really take your pet as a “model”, who will know you, which means he will not have to be afraid. Including, you will know it: character traits and points of influence on the animal are very important for such a stressful event.

Be sure to bring treats with you to the shoot, which will motivate the animal to obey both the owners and the photographer. It would be nice to have a special assistant - a person who will attract the attention of the animal and put it in the necessary position, concentrate his gaze on the right point. If you don’t have anyone to ask for help, you can use an ordinary smartphone, which will attract attention in a matter of seconds: you just need to turn on some unexpected sounds on it that the animal will not deprive of attention.

Remember that you need to move in front of the animal very smoothly, slowly and carefully, otherwise there is a high probability of scaring it off - then the photo session may be disrupted.

How to prepare an animal for a photo shoot?

First of all, put your pet's external condition in order: give him a good bath with a special shampoo that will make the fur fluffy and voluminous - this will add photogenicity. But what is much more important is how the animal will feel, how comfortable and calm it is during the photo shoot. We are talking, of course, about his satiety: you should feed your pet and rid yourself of his nervousness and anxiety. It would be nice to bring along a treat that will cheer him up.

On the eve of the photo shoot and during it, try not to injure the animal or offend it in vain: do not scream or scare it, otherwise you may end up with a closed animal that will definitely not want to make contact at the most crucial moment.

What could a photo session with an animal be like?

Before you start preparing for a photo shoot, you definitely need to decide what you would like to see. We do not take into account various advertising and commercial projects, but are talking about personal filming for ourselves: what format should I choose so that the animal fits in as harmoniously as possible? Let’s highlight four options, among which everyone will find something different, and consider each one separately:

• family photo session;
• children's photo shoot;
• individual photo session;
• wedding photo session.

Shooting with the whole family

Family photo sessions are usually held in honor of some significant dates or holidays: it could be a birthday, New Year, wedding anniversary, anticipation of a new addition to the family and many other pleasant events that everyone wants to remember for a long time. Naturally, as a full-fledged member of the family, the pet does not wait for people at home, but participates in the process with them as an important part of life and history.

A family photo shoot is not just something that needs to be done for the sake of beautiful photos, but also an exciting, fun process that easily turns into relaxation. An original pastime that everyone will definitely enjoy. And it is not at all necessary to put yourself within the four walls of the studio, because you can go into nature and spend a full day doing your favorite things together - here the animal will play its role and will not make any household member bored.

Children's photo shoot

It’s hard to imagine a sweeter and more gentle photo session than an animal and a child. You don’t even have to look for a reason for it, but shooting on any holiday will be an excellent solution. For example, taking a photo with a rabbit for Easter or a symbol of the New Year on the eve of a holiday is original and beautiful. Everything, of course, depends on what budget you are counting on: you can start with a cozy home shoot. You can turn to professional, complex and thoughtful decorations that will fully reflect the concept conceived by you, the baby and the photographer.

Don’t forget how much children love to pose in front of the camera, portraying different characters and dressing up several times: a wizard and an owl, an angel and fluffy kittens, a princess and a pony - there are countless options, and each of them will become a treasured and desired gift for any child .

Personal individual photo shoot

An individual photo session is an excellent gift for yourself and loved ones, which girls most often accept with great pleasure. This is not only a great chance to update your photos in in social networks and replenish the album, but also time that will definitely be spent fun and useful.

Shooting with pets is especially suitable for those people who don’t stand in front of a professional photographer’s lens very often (or maybe even for the first time). It is difficult for such models to loosen up, show the real themselves and their emotions, and look natural. The animal serves as such an assistant, with whom you definitely won’t have to be sad - a smile appears on your face, and it’s much easier and more comfortable to relax.

Here you can also think through the idea down to the smallest detail and make the photo shoot unusual, but interesting and memorable for a long time. Work on the concept and decorations will be in a good way spend time and express your creative abilities, let alone choose an image - and we are now talking not only about a person, but also about a pet, whose appearance can be made much more interesting with the help of imagination.

Wedding photo shoot

A wedding is undoubtedly a family holiday, on which it is not customary to forget about loved ones, even if it is an animal - after all, it was nearby throughout the entire acquaintance of the couple and also left its mark on the lives of two people. Nowadays, a popular trend among newlyweds is outdoor wedding registration - and they even take their beloved dogs and cats with them!

Remember that the pet should not only be well-fed and calm, but also cheerful, so you shouldn’t overload his psyche and come with you for the whole celebration. It will be enough to take part in a beautiful photo shoot in daylight, and then send him home to rest from a busy and hard day. And if you are not sure that in such a stormy atmosphere you will be able to pacify your pet and take many successful photos, then we advise you to conduct a separate love story photo shoot in wedding dresses. Let it take place in a calm place that does not distract from the process.

Where to shoot?

To say unambiguously which location is ideal in your case is not an easy task, because the details of the location will depend on what idea you want to implement. The concept, idea, images and decorations can be applied to absolutely different places, the main thing is to understand what and with what will look harmonious, and not ridiculous. Usually the following places are distinguished:

• photo studio;
• nature and street;
• home furnishings.

Photo studio

In the studio you can turn almost any, even the most daring idea into reality. Here you can conduct any type of photo shoot, from individual to corporate.

The advantages of such shooting are that you almost don’t have to prepare for the process by buying props and thinking through the interior - I provide the location with a huge selection of decor options, and every person will find something to their liking. As for technical aspects, the studio here also simplifies the work and helps the photographer set up the ideal light, which is not always possible to achieve on the street - so you don’t have to worry about the quality of the photos. Since the shooting takes place with such a restless and playful creature as a pet, space restrictions will play a role: the pet will no longer be able to roam around as much as in the natural environment, which means time will be saved.

But before you book a room, make sure you understand the responsibilities and possible disadvantages of such a shoot. For example, be prepared for the fact that your pet may dirty your interior: in the best case, you will simply be asked to clean up after yourself, in the worst case, you will pay a fine. Sometimes even photo studios charge a separate fee for animals, or even prohibit bringing such models to them. The latter is especially true in cases where they want to take a photo with someone exotic.

Nature

Nature is an ideal environment for almost any animal: dogs and horses, as well as cats and mice, look organic and natural in it. Choosing the time of year and location for shooting are the main tasks that you should set for yourself even before the start of the photo shoot. It will be good if the pet does not blend into its environment and stands out in the photo, attracting attention. This is why we so often see photographs in winter landscapes, where, for example, huskies are presented as sled dogs. But other seasons will also be an ideal backdrop for games and fun, active pastime for humans and pets.

Choose a place where strangers will not cause discomfort to the pet and you and the photographer - this rule is important even in cases where the animal is used to communicating with people and feels comfortable in crowded places. This is only necessary so as not to once again distract the participants in the process from the common cause.

Always pay attention to whether it is allowed in the location you have chosen to walk animals and actively spend time with them - otherwise you will be subject to a fine.

It is worth recalling how important weather conditions are for the comfort of your pet. Rainy, chilly weather will not bring pleasure to anyone, just like the heat: the animal can simply become ill after a long stay in the sun.

home furnishings

Staying at home, in a familiar environment, and taking photos with the animal there is a great idea in many cases. In warmth and comfort, people will be able to relax and concentrate, while animals will be able to calm down and feel at ease.

As you can see, understanding the art of a photo shoot with pets is quite simple - just follow the tips and rules from the article that will help you create a masterpiece!

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Various photo sessions with animals: individual, family, children's and even weddings have long ceased to be something unusual. Of course, after all, more than 60% of Russians keep pets, and, of course, most people simply love animals.

They are next to us every day, for many people they have already become family members, others are just planning to have a pet, which is why animal photography has been so popular lately.

I have been offering my clients services for organizing and conducting photo sessions with animals since 2015. Your own pets, the favorites of friends or relatives, or animals specially rented for filming can appear in the frame. There are many features of this type of shooting, which I will discuss in this article.

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What types of filming with animals are there?

photo session with a dog

• Family photo sessions with animals

  Photographing all family members is usually timed to coincide with some holiday or date that is significant for people, for example: New Year, wedding anniversary, expecting a child, birthday and the like. Therefore, such photo sessions usually involve the family’s pets, most often a dog or a cat.

  Here it is important to decide on the idea and location for shooting, which can take place outdoors or in the studio.
  Such shooting can be an excellent option for a family vacation, especially if you are looking for original idea, how to spend a weekend with your family. This can be a small, unforgettable adventure.

  Keep in mind that if you are planning a photo shoot with a cat or dog that is nervous in the presence of strangers, the shooting can be stressful for the pet. It is better to take care of comfort in advance and hold the event in a studio where there are no prying eyes or noise that will distract.

• Children's photo sessions with animals

  What could be cuter than an adorable baby cuddling with a furry friend? Moreover, there are plenty of reasons to conduct such a shoot, from a New Year’s photo shoot to a child’s birthday.
  It all depends on your imagination and budget: you can simply take a photo of the baby with a pet, or you can organize whole project with interesting decorations and fairy-tale costumes for children and the participation of unusual animals such as an owl, a raccoon or a rabbit. Such a shoot will not only be an excellent gift for a child, it will bring a lot of emotions and impressions, because communication with animals has a positive effect on children.



photo shoot with rabbits

• Individual photo sessions with animals

  This type of shooting is most often ordered by girls; it can be a gift for yourself to your loved one, an opportunity to update your photos on social networks, and just a way to have a great time and get beautiful emotional pictures.

  Often, if a girl has no experience in filming, she feels insecure in the frame, in which case taking a pet to a photo shoot would be a great idea. A favorite dog or cat will help relieve stress and look natural in the frame; few people can hold back a smile in the company of a furry friend.

  You can organize an individual turnkey photo session with a specific concept, image, and also rent an animal for shooting, depending on the idea.



wedding photo shoot with a dog

• Wedding photo shoot with animals

  This genre is also gaining popularity, because a wedding is, first of all, a family holiday. For many couples, a pet is a full-fledged member of the family, so the bride and groom definitely want to have a wedding photo shoot with a dog or their favorite cat. Sometimes animals even take part in on-site registration.

  Of course, this is just a great idea for a wedding, but there are some features to consider:

  • Animals are unpredictable

    It is difficult to predict how an animal will behave during filming, because this can become stressful for it. If you plan to have a dog or cat participate in the ceremony, practice with the animal on the site in advance, and also allow a little more time for the photo shoot.

  • Animals can get tired

    Yes, just like people, your pets get tired, spending a whole day at a wedding surrounded by guests can be a difficult experience for them. It is better to take your pet only for part of the celebration - the photo shoot and ceremony, and take it home for the duration of the banquet.

  • Love story photo shoot with animals

    If you're worried about peace of mind Your pet, but still want to see photos with it in the family album, you should give preference to shooting a love story with an animal. A photo walk in the park at sunset with your beloved dog or a stylized photograph of the bride's preparations with the participation of your beloved cat are just a few options that you can think of.

photo shoot with a cat

Where is the best place to have a photo shoot with animals?

There is no definite answer to this question, because everything depends on the idea, concept, time of year and what animal will be involved in the shooting. The most common options are in the studio and outdoors; let’s take a closer look at each of them.

Photographing with animals in the studio

It is worth noting that the most popular animal for photography can easily be called a dog, but not always. Here everything depends on the idea of ​​the project, for example, the hero of a New Year’s photo shoot with animals can be the symbols of the year; in 2019, this is, as we know, a pig.

A corporate, friendly or family New Year's shoot with the symbol of the year can become not only a great idea on how to have fun, but also an annual tradition.

Also, New Year's photo shoots are characterized by the use of festive decor, but there is no need to be afraid that additional costs for decor will be required; in most metropolitan studios they exhibit holiday decor: Christmas trees, garlands, gifts and other attributes. All you have to do is choose a suitable room.

Features of photography with animals in the studio:

• Of course, it’s easiest with dogs, since they are well-mannered. In other cases, be prepared for the fact that if an animal stains the floor, you will have to clean up after it, and sometimes pay a fine.
• In many photo studios you will have to pay extra for the participation of animals in the shooting process, sometimes the amount is fixed, sometimes the payment is hourly, depending on the regulations of a particular site. In some studios, the presence of animals is completely prohibited, so please check this before booking a room.
• Participation in filming exotic animals requires special permission from the location administration and in some cases is prohibited; again, it all depends on the location, check this point in advance.

photo session of animals in nature

Photo sessions with animals in nature

Of course, every time of year is charming in its own way. But, of course, in this case, the most popular idea— photo sessions with dogs in winter, for example in the forest. Of course, there are also other animals such as reindeer, wolf, bear, horse or cat, but much less frequently.

Features of a photo shoot with animals in nature:

• It is better to choose a location that is not too crowded for shooting. Even if you are accustomed to public places a dog, extra noise and a larger crowd of people will distract her from the process. This is especially true for more exotic animals.
• In some Moscow parks it is prohibited to conduct photo sessions with animals, especially exotic ones. To avoid getting a fine unknowingly, check this in advance. You can also ask a photographer for advice on choosing a site; an experienced specialist will help you choose a good option.
• Focus on weather conditions, this principle is true for any outdoor shooting. If they promise rainy or too cold weather, it is better not to risk it and reschedule the shooting date.

What animals do photo shoots with: top 8 ideas

1. With a dog

   This is perhaps the most popular option. It’s not surprising, since it’s easiest to organize a photo shoot with a dog, since they are used to going outside and behave calmly in the presence of strangers. A new place does not cause stress for the animal; in addition, some pets know how to follow commands and are easy to place in a frame.



family photography with dog

2. With husky

   Yes, I know that this is also a dog, but photo shoots with huskies have been a separate topic in the last couple of years, they have become so popular. Absolutely everyone, both adults and children, like blue-eyed charmers: they carry out stylized projects, New Year's shoots and incredibly beautiful winter photo shoots. Those who do not have their own dog are happy to rent huskies for a photo shoot, especially since they are very friendly and sociable.



wedding photography with husky

3. With a cat

   More than 35% of Russians keep cats at home, so filming with them is also quite popular. But working with them is somewhat more difficult, because an ordinary cat is not used to large crowds of people and a change in environment. Photo sessions with cats are often carried out in the studio, as it is calmer there.

   Be sure to put silicone anti-scratch covers on your cat before filming, this will help keep your clothes in order. After all, even if the animal is calm, it can release its claws when it is picked up.

   My clients often order filming with my cat: he is very calm, vaccinated, easily communicates with people and has experience filming both in the studio and on the street.



photo shoot with a cat in the studio

4. With New Year symbols

   Of course, this applies to themed New Year photo shoots with animals, as I wrote above, this can become a wonderful annual tradition, both for family and for a group of friends. In 2019, the symbol of the year will be a pig; photo shoots with it are now at the peak of popularity.

5. With rabbits

   Many people keep rabbits at home and are happy to take them for a photo shoot. You can also organize a turnkey shoot with the participation of charming rabbits; participating in such a project is interesting for both children and adults.



photo session with rabbits in the studio

6. With deer

   Adorable bambi fawns, like the red deer, are also popular animals for filming. There are many photo projects with their participation, from fabulous children's shoots to stylish winter ideas.

   ) from Los Angeles created an amazing series of photographs Where the Wild Things Are. It is dedicated to animals that were rescued from the hands of underground traffickers.

   Every year, thousands of animals die at the hands of poachers who catch them for sale. Natasha Wilson decided to draw public attention to this serious problem by photographing exotic animals in the company of charming female models. Each girl is partly associated with the animal with which she poses.

   All the animals involved in the filming, which were once rescued from the hands of poachers, today live in a Californian wild animal refuge Animal Tracks.

   

   7-year-old Luke is a Saimiri squirrel monkey.

   

   Squirt and Masi are female capuchins who live in the shelter.

   

   Baby Mishutka is a 3-year-old striped skunk. He was left an orphan because people began to feed his mother, she lost caution and one day died. Now Baby Mishutka lives in a shelter and participates in educational projects in which they tell the truth about skunks.

   

   There are currently five ferrets living in the shelter. Each of them has their own story, but they all live together and happily, because now they are well taken care of.

   We offer rental of animals for photo shoots. For filming, you can rent a horse, pony, donkey, husky dog, reindeer or a fawn. We will also provide an entire petting zoo for a photo shoot. We keep deer with unsawed antlers. We are the only company in Moscow where you can find such deer.

   The shooting can be carried out by your photographer or we will provide our own.

   Prices for renting animals for a photo shoot

   • Photo session with reindeer: 12,000 rub.. first hour, 8000 rub.- each subsequent one.
   • Photo session with a fawn: 20,000 rub. first hour, 10,000 rub.- each subsequent one.
   • Photo session with a pony: 14,000 rub.
   • Photo session with a donkey: 14,000 rub.
   • Photo session with two huskies: 10,000 rub.

   The price of a petting zoo depends on the number and types of animals and is discussed individually with each order.

   The rental price includes the services of an instructor. Discounts for orders of 3 hours or more.

   Attention! It is better to rent a fawn for a photo shoot in the summer. The fawn loses its bright, red color with characteristic spots as soon as it begins to mature. By autumn, the first molt begins and the remarkable spotted color becomes less and less noticeable. We can shoot with a grown-up fawn, but it will no longer be a spotted baby Bambi.