Pet Photography: From Snapshots to Great Shots

Chapter 1: Ten Tips for Pet Photography Focus on the eyes Patience pays off Set up your camera before hand Know your subject The right lens for the job Using depth of field Get down to their level Fill the frame Use rewards Stay safe Chapter 2: Photography Basics The Fundamentals of Light and Digital Photography The Importance of Light Types of Light Color, Direction and Intensity of Light Measuring Light Metering modes Shutter Speed, Aperture and ISO Composition Chapter 3: The Gear The Right Gear for The Job Cameras Lenses Flashes Accessories Chapter 4: Working with Animals The Do's and Don't when Photographing Pets Safety First Signs of Stress Pre-shoot Planning Chapter 5: Action Shots Working Outside Working Inside Freezing Action Chapter 6: Pet Portraits Natural light Using a flash Posing Pets Personality Patience Chapter 7: Working with multiple subjects The Challenge of Multiple Pets People and their Pets Chapter 8: All Creatures Great and Small Cats Dogs Horses Birds Fish Reptiles, Rodents and Other Small Animals The Challenge of Puppies and kittens Working with Mature Pets Appendix: Giving Back Working with rescue organizations

Alan Hess is a San Diego-based photographer specializing in concert and live-event photography. He has photographed hundreds of concerts in clubs and arenas, including some of the biggest names in music, ranging from Justin Bieber to The Who. Alan is currently the house photographer for a large venue in Southern California where he photographs a wide variety of concerts and events. When he isn't out shooting concerts, he is writing. Alan has written numerous photography books, covering such topics as concert photography and the basics of exposure and composition. He has written 13 books with Wiley and 7 FuelBooks with Peachpit, including his popular Pet Portraits That Stand Out. Alan lives with his wife and two rescued boxers, who are his favorite models and test subjects. www.alanhessphotography.com