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Photographing Adorable Dachshunds

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Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Photographing Dachshunds in Melbourne

With names like Kransky and Heinz, we knew we were in for a fun filled shoot!  Meet these adorable Dachshunds and their fur parents.

 

Kransky 2.5 years and Heinz (7 months, silver dapple)  are Mini Dachshunds with a whole lot of spunk!

 

Check out some of our favourites from this session full of style and action!  Yes this session included Dogs on skateboards!!

 

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Dogs with Skateboard

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Dogs on skateboards - Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Dogs on skateboards - Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Dogs in Action - Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

 

We had a fantastic afternoon photographing them in and around their local park doing all the things they love to do as a family.  Skating, running and just hanging out.

What a fun filled session this was!  Knowing a bit about what your hobbies are and the styles you like, can real bring a photo session to life.  

 

Jesse and Kerrie chose a large canvas collage for their home to celebrate just how much Heinz and Kransky mean to them. 

Not shy of a bit of colour in their home, they choose a collage design with lots of punch!  It looks amazing, see below!  

 

Dachshunds Melbourne

Thank you for your kind words Jesse,  we loved meeting your family!

 

A collection of their favourite images resulted in a colourful piece of art work that will last. Our canvas having a 75 year guarantee, ensures you will never forget the important moments.

 

Dogs in Melbourne - Photographing Dachshunds Melbourne

   We love creating photographs that really pop, that celebrate your own style and individuality.

If this sounds like you, let us create something unique for your family!

 

A photo session at PAWtraits of pets and their People is a great way to spend a morning or afternoon celebrating and creating memories you will never forget.

Call us today 9482 2006 to talk more about what we can create for you!!

 

Prefer to Fill out our contact form and we call you over the next few days for a friendly chat about having your adorable Pet Photographed! That’s fine too!

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Tips for your Pet’s photo shoot

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Your Pet’s photo shoot!

This blog is full of useful tips to ensure you and your Pet achieve the most out of your pet’s photo shoot.
A personalised photo session by one of Melbourne’s Best portrait photographers, you and your pet/s are going be stars!
What makes your Pet/s really special?
Is it one of their quirky personality traits, or the unconditional bond shared between the two of you.
Every pet is unique, just like people!
They are loved like they are children and we have been told by some even more so!! (lol)
To ensure you and your pet’s unique relationship is captured, we suggest you to invest a bit of time thinking about the photo shoot before hand.
Don’t worry it’s not too much homework (just a little).
Of course the session isn’t just all about your pet/s. Having photos taken of yourself, your fur babies and your family will make your shoot even more special. We love to celebrate the relationships between Pets and their People.
Ensuring yourselves and your pet/s look the best possible goes without saying!

5 Questions to think about before your PAWtrait’s Pet’s Photo shoot?

By taking the time to answer the following 5 simple questions it will ensure you get the most out of your Pet’s photo session!

We found those that took the time to prepare got more out of the photo session, than those who just turned up without really thinking about what they really wanted and what makes their pet so special.

Shoot participants
Is there anyone else you would like included in the shoot?  
If you have spoken to us already it is likely we have asked you this question.
It is an important question, one very easy to dismiss quickly, due to this we’d like to explain why we believe it’s so important!
It is not every day that you get the opportunity to be photographed by a one of Australia’s best professional portrait photographer, so to make the most of it we like you to invite those closest to you to be involved.  
Have you just got engaged?
Want an update of the children for the wall?  
Been meaning to have family portrait?
Pet’s are a large part of our lives and they are our family. So why not do it all at once!
If reading this has changed your initial answer to when you spoke to us, please call us to discuss these details.
Does my pet need any special maintenance before the shoot?
Your pet may need to have a brush, be washed, trimmed or clipped, this will enhance getting the best end result.
Try to have all your pets preparation done at least a day or two before.
We don’t want your pet too exhausted to smile during the photo session.
What about the clothing and hair styling for the rest of the family?
You and your family:
Having children’s hair trimmed before the shoot is likely to be on your to do list.
Do this at least a week before the shoot is advisable. With children’s hair cuts we find that sometimes a new cut needs a few days to settle in.
Ladies may like to go to the hair dressers prior to the photo session, we suggest that if you are doing this closer to the shoot date maybe hold off on that dramatic new cut and go with the wash and blow wave option from your trusted local hairdresser instead.
We suggest doing makeup yourself as you usually would, all purchased images are retouched by our in-house experts.
Please have your hair and make up done prior to arriving at the shoot, we find you will look and feel fantastic and be more relaxed during your session.
If you never wear make-up, then al-la natural is perfect also…  we want you to be yourself!
Clothing suggestions:
Wear clothes you feel great in! It is that easy. If you love to dress up we can do a fabulously “fancy” portrait for you, if you are casual, trendy, classic or eclectic, we can do something PAWsome to suit your style. Choose colours that don’t blend with your pets colouring, for eg. try to avoid all black if your dog is black. If there is more than one person being photographed with your pet/s, choose clothing for everyone that co-ordinates well and looks great together, avoiding a mix-match of patterns and colours is advisable. “Keep it simple” is a great motto to go by. As we are often in Parks and feet will be in the shot, consider shoe choice and sock colours, footwear you can easily walk in, that you like the look of and will be happy with in your photos.

Personalising the shoot – What do you need to bring?

Definitely yourselves and your pet!

We understand that every pet is different, they all have unique personality traits.
Take the time to think about what make your pet unique, and how can we incorporate this into the shoot to make it extra special.
Some people bring special outfits, others special toys that show off unique skills or tricks their pets have mastered.
Does your dog fetch you the Newspaper or a beer from the fridge?
Able to retrieve special items on request?
Is their a certain household item your pet likes to sleep/squeeze itself into?  
Clothing Basket, undersized cardboard boxes.
Does your pet love water, frisbees, a soccer super star?  
Or do they love being carried around in your handbag?
This list could go on and on.
So any props/outfits that may add to the pet’s photo shoot, please bring those along, we are open to all ideas and happy to discuss and design something extraordinary for you!
We do ask if your pet has a favourite toy, or likes special treats to bring these along.

If small children are also involved in this shoot we ask that you bring a small healthy snack and a drink for them just in case.We find that if a child is hungry or thirsty, they are not at their best.

If out on location please arrive ready to be photographed. If we are photographing at the studio, we do have facilities for you and your family to get changed if need be.

Please note Pet’s Photo sessions usually take between 45 mins – 1.5  hours.  We find for pets and younger children (under 6), short and sweet is best, ideally under 1 hour.

We make this shoot as fun and as memorable as possible so there will be laughter and silliness!

What would you love to have out of this shoot? It’s important to take the time to consider what would you love to get out of your pet’s photo shoot.  It more than just a chance to give something back to charity it’s the perfect opportunity to create something that you will treasure for ever. It may be an Album, a collection of professional prints, a large wall portrait to hang in your home?

 

If you love the idea of a special pet’s photo for your wall, think where in your home you are likely to place it,  what colour tones suits your home decor best?

 

Do you find yourself attracted to the more clean, classic images, those a bit more contemporary in style or prefer a rustic outdoors backdrop?

Or are you known more for your eccentric tastes and want to go with a fully themed shoot filled of lots of quirky props. Whatever you would like, please discuss your these with us, we are here to help and provide you with something to treasure. 

Indoor Studio examples

Soccer star! PAWtraits Pet Photography, Melbourne

Soccer Super Star, he could bend it better than Beckham!!

Rottweiler - PAWtraits, Pet photography Melbourne

Adding a touch of colour can make your images really pop!

Chihuahua - PAWtraits Pet Photography Melbourne

Blues and reds are always a wonderful contrast in colour! We loved this woman’s heels and had to feature them!

Guinea Pigs - PAWtraits, Pet Photography Melbourne

These two are so adorable and they were so perfectly behaved when they visited our studio!

Beach Dogs - PAWtraits - Pet Photography Melbourne

Are your pets full of energy? The beach or a large park may suit them best. Let us catch them doing what they love! In this case running full speed at us!

 

Outdoor studio PAWtraits - Melbourne

We have had so much fun creating the first Three Pet Books and have multiple requests for the next edition, so we couldn’t not. With lots of NEW ideas we can’t wait to get started, we are just waiting to meet you and your furry, feathered or scaly family members so get in contact today!
Can’t wait to create something PAWsome for each and everyone of you!

 

Pet's photo shoot

 

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Want Photos & Digital files?

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Digital files & Photo Prints

It’s no secret that we are the most photographed generation. In today’s day and age with current technology, photographs are becoming so disposable, within an instant we have clicked a button on our phone and sent a Snapchat, or taken 15 variations of the same image just to ensure we have got “The Shot” and upload it straight to Facebook.  Done and Dusted right? Why would you need more than ‘JUST the Digital files’? 

 

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Due to this instant upload. We are no longer taking the time to appreciate what we are capturing, or thinking about the images we are taking because we have no limits anymore, we can delete and retake as many times as we like. With the continuous clicking comes the death of printing and the reality that we could be left with no photographs to pass on in years to come.

 

One of the most common questions we get asked is how much for “just” the digital files?

This is an important question as we all want the files just for the peace of mind of having them, the what if? factor.

 

digital files

 

We understand this, we all have this fear of missing out! 

We believe deeply that there is a place for digital files in today’s society.  We also understand the importance of taking the time to have quality photos taken and printed, be that as prints, on canvas, wood or our luxury Acrylic wall art. So we provide you with both!  With every PAWtraits product purchased, we include a High-resolution Digital file for you to keep and some of our packages include all digital files.

 

Consider this:

 

When you walk into a restaurant do you ask for the ingredients in a bag at the counter (no instructions) and then have to go home and figure it out yourself?

 

 

NO WAY! You go to the restaurant for not just the base ingredients but the whole experience, the chef’s skills and expertise, the service provided, the experience of it all being done for you especially of course not having to worry about the dishes afterward. You understand you can’t create the same dish as a highly skilled chef and it’s not just the dish you are paying for when you choose to dine out.

 

restaurant dinning

 

So when visiting a professional photographer why is it that many think that the base ingredients (digital files) is all that you need.  The files are just one of the ingredients that make up your finished portraits. You  choose to hire a photographer for their skills and expertise. Expertise in posing, specialised retouching, colour management as well as providing high quality products and a memorable experience.

 

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Amazing Portraits take time and skill – it is more than just a push of a button. 

 

Digital file vs Final Portrait

 

Digital files aren’t just a cheap option, as without the professional photographers expertise that file would not have been created. Then without their advanced knowledge, a RAW file will not become the amazing piece of artwork you desire. 

 

Digital file vs Final Portrait

 

As professionals photographers, we understand that life is busy and that is why we believe in our services so much.  Having your family including your pets professionally photographed not only gives you beautiful photographs that you will have forever but it also takes the stress off you having to go and get these images printed yourself.

 

There are many reasons why we don’t get around to printing images,

but do these reasons serve you long term?  

 

We all dread the thought of losing a phone with so many treasured memories on it, or a hard drive failing so why are we not printing these images and displaying them in our homes?

 

Do you find yourself time poor? Just never get around to it?

 

Something else is always more urgent so you put it off time and time again. 

 

Is it because next time you might get a better photo? Is there always someone not looking at the camera, when you try to wrangle the family for a photo?

 

You understand there is a difference in quality from print labs, buy you’rer unsure where to get quality prints from? 

 

Leave it to us! You will be thankful you you did!

 

PAWtraits Digital vs Print

 

A quality finished photo of loved ones, be that your pet or family is creating your legacy, a portrait to look at for years to come. The emotion and memories that resurface connect you time and time again with those within the imagery (even after they are gone). We believe photos filled with love and laughter are what make a house really feel like a home.

 

Invest in quality today, you will thank yourself in the future. 

 

Call us on 9482 2006

to book your photo shoot today!

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“Don’t keep putting it off, tomorrow is not promised to anyone”

 

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