Dec 12 2024 | By: Jill Monroe Photography LLC
If you are having a session with you and your family with your dog, wear neutral colors like those that occur naturally outdoors. Green, brown, burgundy, grey, and dark blue all work great. Bright or neon colors and bold patterns won't look as good in photos. Avoid bright whites, because I may ask you to sit down on the ground, and you will probably get dirty. Formal clothing can look out of place in photos with dogs, so it may be better to choose more casual clothing. Your outfit should fit well and be comfortable, so jeans are fine. Another consideration most people don't think about in choosing clothing is how well it attracts dog hair. It's better to pick something that hair brushes off of easily. If you wear shorts, a dress, or a skirt make sure it is long enough to cover you properly when you are seated.
Also, wear comfortable shoes with low heels because we will be doing a good bit of walking, and a lot of the venues have fairly steep hills and have some uneven ground.
If you wear makeup, a more natural look is best.
Make sure your dog's collar fits well so your dog will be secure at the selected session venue. Also check to see that it doesn't look worn or faded. If your dog must wear a harness, a black or brown one will look much better in photos than bright colors.
If your dog has a sweater you would like your dog to wear for your session, that is fine. Since the sweater will be in all of the final images, please make sure it is clean and fits your dog well.
In most cases the leash will be edited out of the photos, so color and condition of the leash isn't as important as long as your dog is secure.
For most dogs, a bath a few days before the session is all they will need.
If your dog is a long haired breed or one that requires regular grooming, get that done about a week before your session. If you do the grooming appointment the same day as the session, your dog will already be tired and probably stressed.
For best photos of your horse, you should make sure they are show ready. The horse should be clean and make sure any tack that will be included in the photos is clean as well. A plain leather bridle will look much better than an orange halter. If you want photos riding your horse, make sure you wear pants or a long skirt.
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