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Tips To Prepping Your Pet For Their Big Photoshoot

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Pet photography is all about celebrating the moments with your pet that matter the most to you. It is a way to enjoy your pet now, as well as holding onto those special memories with your most hairy family member later. Anne Lord, as an avid pet lover herself, enjoys capturing those moments and unique relationship between pet and family member. Bringing you and your family a special way to honor your love for your special pet through her photography. 

So maybe it’s your first time having a pet professionally photographed. Maybe you’ve had it done before and loved the photos so much you wanted more. Whatever the situation, the day is quickly approaching for your pet’s big photoshoot! Here are 4 quick tips to help prepare your pet for the camera.

Tip #1  Gauge your pet’s energy

If you have a high energy furry friend getting some exercise is especially important. Taking them out for playtime, or a walk before your session can help your pet be more relaxed and focused during their photo session. However, if your pet is an older one, they may need some extra rest, maybe even a little nap, before their big moment. You know your 4-legged friend best and what would help them feel relaxed, so you can plan accordingly. 

Tip #2  A few of their favorite things

Prior to your pet’s photoshoot, take the time to collect a few of their favorite treats and toys. Some various treats to help direct your animal’s attention when posing is immensely helpful! Pick out some of their favorite toys, and maybe pick out some new ones in a color that would pop. Toys can always help encourage your pet to make some of their adorable or playful expressions in front of the camera. It might also be a good idea to bring a long your furry friends brush for grooming, waste bags (just in case) and anything else that you think best for your pet!

Tip #3  Grooming needs

Depending on your pet’s breed, grooming needs can vary. Whether you groom your furry friend at home or take your pet to a groomer, plan ahead to have your pet groomed and trimmed before your photo session. For example, if you pet has that scruffy look with hair that can cover the eyes, a trim will help frame their face, and make it easier to capture their facial expressions when hair is not in the way. 

Tip #4  Most of all have fun! 

The most important tip is to have fun with your pet! This allows to get those great shots of expression of love and joy between you and your pet. To capture your unique and special relationship with your furry friend in images that will last a lifetime!

Choose Anne Lord for your photography needs today

If you are interested in pet photography in the Leesburg, Virginia area, would like high quality photograph as well as a great experience capturing special moments with your pet, then let’s start a discussion. Call (703) 435-5292 or email Anne@annelordphotography.com for more information on pet portrait sessions.

Pet Portraits by Anne Lord Photography | Leesburg, VAAnne Lord Photography

Entrust Your Family and Pet Photography to Anne Lord. Now located in Leesburg, Virginia!

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Over 20 years ago Anne Lord started her career as a photographer and throughout her career has captured all stages life – weddings, new babies, growing families, career development, people enjoying life with other people and with their pets, too. She has made countless connections with clients— whether through her avid love of pet photography through capturing the unique and special personalities of animals, or snapping portraits of the whole family, learning their stories, and producing beautiful images and memories that will last a lifetime.

Recently, Anne has moved from Leesburg, Virginia to Leesburg, Virginia and is excited to learn the area and meet new families and their pets. If you have the need for a photographer, be it professional business headshots, family photography, a session for your pet, or a corporate event, Anne has the technical expertise as well as the ability to bring out the best in clients during a photo session. 

Family and Pet Photography

As a pet enthusiast, Anne doesn’t forget the furry members of the family! She enjoys photographing pets and capturing their relationship with their two-legged family members and their special quirks as well. Choosing to invest in a family portrait that you can display as art as well as a reminder to you and your family of your memories is important. Anne’s technical expertise and ability to make anyone (including those four-legged family members) feel comfortable in front of the camera is how she produces priceless one-of-a-kind images.

Corporate and Professional Photography

Anne uses her love of meeting and interacting with people to help put subjects at ease and produce complimentary, brand empowering, and professional images of CEO’s, partners, and everyone involved with the team. She is proficient in taking headshots that reflect the personality and professionalism of the individual or group. For information and samples of corporate images for your company, your resume, and everything in-between, view Anne Lord’s Corporate Photography page. 

Choose Anne Lord for your photography needs today

If you would like high quality photographs and a great experience for your photography needs, let’s start a discussion of what you have in mind. For more information, contact Anne via email – Anne@annelordphotography.com – or by calling (703) 435-5292.