Pet Photography Tips & Posing Tricks
Pet Photography Tips & Posing Tricks
In this video, Pet Photographer Adam Goldberg breaks down his complete studio workflow for creating dynamic photos of dogs and other furry friends.
Gear Used:
FJ400: https://www.fjwestcott.com/fj400-strobe-400ws-with-ac-dc-battery
FJ-X2m: https://www.fjwestcott.com/fjx2m-universal-wireless-flash-trigger-no-sony-adapter
Rapid Box Switch Octa-M: https://www.fjwestcott.com/rapid-box-switch-octa-m
Rapid Box Switch 1×3: https://www.fjwestcott.com/rapid-box-switch-1×3
40-Degree Egg Crate Grid for Switch 1×3: https://www.fjwestcott.com/40-degree-egg-crate-grid-for-stripbank-12-x36-switch-1×3
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00:00 – Intro
00:46 – Importance of Treats
04:08 – If Treats Donβt Work, Try This!
05:03 – Best Camera Gear for Pet Photography
05:42 – Lighting Gear
07:43 – Key Light Modifier
08:53 – Key Light Location
11:03 – Importance of Catch Lights
11:56 – Treat Catching
14:21 – Running at the Camera
15:06 – Camera Settings for Portraits
16:32 – The Most Important Pet Photography Tip
hey Adam, great video. Just wondering what is your power output on key and the strips. Thanks.
Whatβs a good camera and lens to start out with?
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I was wondering if I can use this concept on babies, toddlers and young kids. I was trying to figure out what type of treat to use. LOL. (Just kidding)
Can you use this with cats? They are a little bit more finicky.
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Hi, could you please guide me on where i could Buy your same background rollers Setup ? Love the channel! thanks for everything!
Using just The flash to freeze motion is actually really easy and would also be the way ppl without hss compatible gear would do it..
Great video!!
So how are you using 1/4000 and the flash?
helped alot
How do you photograph 4 dogs at the same time ? Any tips will be appreciated
hey Adam, great video. Just wondering what is your power output on key and the strips. Thanks.
Sorry, I am confused. How are you shooting at such a high ss with strobes?
Great video. I have been a photographer for 7 years specializing in newborn but am slowly changing my specialty.
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Dear god it’s so refreshing to watch a video that gives useful genuine information without feeling the need to be bombastic about it.
Awesome walkthrough video and tips! One question. How do you keep your lights on and have them flash? Thank you π
A sample image in the video shows ISO 1600 – f/5.6 – 1/6400 sec. The catchlights look like the Octa-M, so I’m assuming you used the FJ-400. Are these the actual settings? And what are your flash settings on the camera body? High-speed sync? The tips on this video are AMAZING! Thanks for all the valuable info in addition to the gear/technical tips.
lol the squeaker went and my dog just got up off the couch π
I am so confused with him. He said " I do not need high ISO" but yet he was shooting with 1600 ISO………..
Why do u need shutter speed when using flash in studio???? Your flash duration is the shutter speed.
Super helpful, thank you! Can you tell me what your multi backdrop system is called. Looks like what I’m looking for (if it’s not attached to the ceiling or wall)
Do some pets pee on backdrop sometimes?
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Thanks for the tips! I do photo shoots for our local shelter. I’ve never had an animal be afraid of the flash. I’ve had a dog be afraid of the noise of the background paper but I’ve not had an animal be afraid of the flash. For me I would be concerned about continuous lights always shining in the animal’s eyes. Also, I use my sync speed on my camera when doing treat throws. I rely on the flash’s flash duration to capture action. Saves on battery power because HSS can eat up that. Just my experience. I love how you converted a shelf to use as a platform. I’m currently looking into doing something similar for home studio shoots. At the shelter with small dogs we use a table with a spotter of course. Thank you!!!
Your videos are always so informative, so thank you again for this one! How do handle a high energy dog, who maybe isn’t the best listener? Im just starting pet photography (starting with my own), and one of my Labs is very food motivated, but follows me for his rewards, instead of staying where I want him placed.
Thank you so much for the information! I am just starting out and this is super informative π
Squeak toy noise on the video has my dogs on high alert π€£
What kind of lighting do i need indoors?
I was looking for a guideline to give my dog a photoshoot and have found out that there are 2 layers of diffusion with the soft box. thank you so much for the information. you earn an appreciated subscription.
Front button or back button focus?
What camera would you suggest for someone who knows the settings and other information but wants to start a small bussines for dog photos but outside? I wanted the sony a7 ii for start then to go to 7iii.
What do you think?
Zukes training treats are great, soft, and small it just is enough to give them a taste.
Good video π
Which one is better for animal eye focus? Sony a7 series or Canon r5?
Wonderful video Adam. I am gearing up to start taking photos for a non-profit that helps transition dogs from a rescue or shelter into their new homes. What brand, color and size of background paper you use or recommend? Do you use paper? Thank you.
Any referrals for the frisco Texas area?
What backdrop stand do you recommend? Thanks!
I work at a shelter in Hungary, started photographing our rescues in 2018, and aside from no studio work yet (we do outdoor shoots), it’s good to see/hear how similar techniques you use.
Little nuggets of liver. Itβs the best for me.
Great video! What is the brand of the background you use?
Wonderful tips Adam! Always love your insight π
thanks good video
Great tips!! Patience is totally necessary if you are working with different types of doggos.
I’m getting into photography. I want to get into full body pet and people portraits.
I was wondering if you have some cameras suggestions? I hear you want full frame camera? If so any
suggestions? What’s the most mega pixels and sensor for best image quality?
Do you always shoot with flash? are there pets or pet owners that dont allow flash?
What precautions do I need to take with light with newborn puppies ? I know I canβt just flash them with a strong light but Iβm guessing a size of softbox, distance and power output combination diffuses that light to be safe but no idea on where to start. Right now my cousin has a one month old puppies Iβve been wanting to photograph but have been hesitant with the lighting. Thanks
Thanks for the great tips! But does your camera allow you to have more than 1/250 shutter speed with lighting? I thought most of the cameras let you have shutter speed only upto 1/125 or 250 with lighting.
What freezes action with flash photography ? Shutter speed or flash power?