Taking Better Photographs of Your Cat (2)

Getting that perfect picture of your cat is hard, since cats tend to be independent little creatures, that only cooperate when it suits them. Not that we don’t totally love them for it, but it sure is hard when you want that great photograph. In Taking Better Photographs of Your Cat (1), I showed you one of my favorite photographs of my cat, Maple. However, as you could see from the picture, it really isn’t a great shot. Too bright of a background, even though it made her clearer in the photograph (dark subject on light background), and because of … Continue reading

Taking Better Photographs of Your Cat (1)

Taking great photographs of your cat, or any pet is a difficult task. Pets are always moving and when they aren’t moving, they are usually sleeping. Who wants fifty photographs that are blurry or consist of a sleeping pet. A cat is a particular challenge, because many are extremely independent. While I cannot make sure that you take perfect photographs every time you work with your cat, I can give you some pointers and advice to help you try to obtain better results. I have always had cats. I cannot remember a time when I didn’t have a cat at … Continue reading