This is Ginger and this picture was taken from the WCAS website!
I love this image... I think it captures the mood of the dog perfectly! I also love the scarf they put on her neck because it shows a little more attitude that this dog has. I believe it was a good idea to add the scarf though to show future owners the patience that can be associated with putting clothing on a dog. The photo is a little dark and I believe the eyes of this adorable animal can be brought to life a little bit more. I still think this is a great photo that will help this animal get adopted.
Another dog that caught my eye was Oscar.
What caught my attention first was the mark across the nose but as I looked closer I noticed his eyes and his ears. If I wasn't in this class... I would have this dog at my apartment right now... well if I had the money. This photo pays up his ready to go vibe and shows that he is a gentle dog. Take a look at that tongue! I'm noticing a theme in my selected pictures. The photo itself is a little distracting from the dog. To see the handler in the photo seems to take away from the dog. All the feature of the animal are there but the distraction takes away from what the dog has to offer!
This is Travis! He is a lab which makes him ADORABLE! I couldn't help but get attached when I heard he is also a goofball! I'm a major goofball so I think him and I would get along just fine! Also out of all the photos I saw this was the one that followed the most guidelines. His teeth appear to be very white and his eyes are showing signs of those fabulous catch lights. The depth of field is also great in this photo because less attention is being paid to the background and the focus is on the animal itself.
Your photos capture these two dogs' spirits well. What I think works especially well is that you're putting yourself in the mindset of the potential adoptive owner, for example with Travis. I think the more we can do that, the more the photos convey the love these animals have to give their future owners.
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I think the scarf is a nice touch. I saw that on several of the dogs I found on the website. I think doing that helps people see them as a pet and not just another dog. I agree that the shot with the handler is somewat distracting from the dog. Fortunately, he seems to have enough personality to handle it. :) I get out of class at 12:30 tomorrow. If you haven't found any Photoshop help before then, let me know. I can stay a few minutes and see if I can help.
ReplyDeleteGreat observations, and application of course material. Please keep this up!
ReplyDeleteI agree with your observation about Ginger. The eyes could be lightened. If the catch lights were brought out more the dog would look more lively and as Georgia said in a previous post, more like looking "into the soul"
ReplyDelete@Karen: I agree. It is a nice way to view the dog as more than just a carbon copy. It gives it a more personable effect and makes the dog look unique and that it has its OWN personality.
Your photos of all of these guys make them look so young and playful. I remember Oscar the most cause of those breathtaking blue eyes and his scar adds a little character I think.
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