Practice Makes Not Perfect But More Fun

I’m not a good photographer by any means and I just have an entry level DSLR, but the kind animals of the Allen County SPCA allowed me to take some pictures of them and for the first time, I was very happy with these in that I got nearly a 20% keep rate with very little editing. Here are a few of my faves.

Delilah

Delilah was the last model of the day for me and as it turned out, I had saved the best for last. She’s a tiny boxer gal who is calm and loving. She seemed like a pro, vogue-ing for the camera. Just a few shots and I knew I had “money.” She was beautiful and touching and will be a wonderful addition to any family.

Isabelle

Isabelle came out, sniffed around the yard, posted for pics and returned to her kennel. She was sweet and friendly in a tiny little package at only 38 pounds.

Capone

Capone seems very large, but upon checking weighs in just about the same as Julius at 76 pounds. He is a lot of boy. I’m surprised to find that he is 4, because he has a puppy exuberance that will do well with training, oh, but he is a love bug!

Cha-cha Capone

I did do a few others but these were some of my favorite shots. So, while I’m fishing for compliments, which watermark do you like better?

18 thoughts on “Practice Makes Not Perfect But More Fun”

Well, who doesn’t love a dancing Bully?

Adorable photos! I take cat and dog photos for my local shelter too. It’s a great feeling when a “money” shot is captured! I like both of the watermarks. The white one because it stands out more but I think I may be leaning toward the paw print. I really like that “adopt me” font too. Great job!

Deb | October 30, 2014 at 9:18 am

Thanks! I think i might put the paw print one on a white background. I like that one better but the background seems to stabd out more.

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I think they are all fab – I wish I was as talented! I like the 3rd picture watermark (less intrusive!!)

Deb | October 30, 2014 at 11:04 am

I like that one too, but i wonder if for adoption/advertising purposes we want it to be more intrusive?

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- 25castleson25clouds | October 31, 2014 at 9:25 am
  
  Are you advertising the dog or the rescue???
- Deb | October 31, 2014 at 9:28 am
  
  I guess I’m advertising that the dog is available.
- 25castleson25clouds | October 31, 2014 at 9:39 am
  
  Then maybe the focus of the watermark should be ‘home needed’ or something similar, with the rescue and the other stuff less important? Just my thoughts feel free to completely ignore!!
- Deb | October 31, 2014 at 9:40 am
  
  Love the input! Thanks.
- 25castleson25clouds | October 31, 2014 at 9:48 am
  
  You know me, always stick my nose where it’s not wanted ;0)
- Deb | October 31, 2014 at 9:50 am
  
  Your nose and your opinion are always welcome here. 😊
- 25castleson25clouds | October 31, 2014 at 9:52 am
  
  I’m touched, it’s one of the nicest things anyone has ever said about my nose!!