Silhouette is the #PetPhotographyChallenge for week seven. Bailie got the modeling job this week because our photographer likes her profile. This weeks challenge is technical since last week’s challenge was composition.
What is a silhouette?
It is the dark shape and/or outline of something visible against a lighter background. The way the subject is positioned will tell the story, as all expressions and textures are blacked out. The best time to get silhouette shot is around sunrise or sunset.
How do you take a silhouette photo?
- The right light is key – too early or too late can mean a poor background.
- Make sure the flash is off.
- A clear subject and uncluttered background makes for a crisper photo.
- It’s best if the subject is above you, forcing you to shoot the photo up towards the sky.
- Under expose the photo to get a darker subject.
- Maximize the Depth of Field to get a nice sharp foreground and background.
- Frame you shot correctly. My photographer was using the Rule of Thirds for our shot.
A fun outtake!
My photographer had a real tough time with this challenge. Not only was the technical side difficult, but with the broken ankle trying to find a good spot and be there at the right time was not easy. She played around with the settings and took a lot of photos before getting one she could finally use. To make the shot perfect, Bailie should be darker, but these were the best we could do. This outtake is one of our favs! Bailie is known to have a bad fur day pretty much every day, but she doesn’t care! We love the illuminated/glowing mohawk in this outtake! Isn’t it funny?
My hair is like that too. ? I like the pictures, they came out great.
LOL! It looks great on some folks!
Bad furs day and broken fibula – Bailie and her photographer did a great job! I have many bad furs days too. Three years ago today my mom flew to Duluth and returned to Florida with ME! Happy anniversary to us. 🙂 XOXO, Sparkle
We do the best we can with what we are dealt right now. Congratulations on your 3 year anniversary. I sure has flown by!
I like all the furs too.
Thank you.
Creative!
Thank you.
Perfect shot.
Thank you. We like the way it came out.
I think your Mom did great! I love the way Bailie’s fur is highlighted and the way the rays of sun are going across her face. The outtake is too funny – Bailie definitely has some crazy fur going on there!
Thank you. Bailie’s furs are always good for amusement!
Both photos are terrific and the outtake is fur raising!
Thank you. Bailie’s glowing fur is almost scary!
Stunning photos!!!!
Loves and licky kisses
Princess Leah xxx
Thank you.
Gorgeous!
Lily & Edward
Thanks! Bailie did good modeling work.
Those are both really, really pretty. Bailie makes a pawsome subject ♥
Bailie has good features for a silhouette photo.
Wow, what a great photo!
Thank you. It is something different we don’t normally do.
We love these shots…and the glow on the edges of Bailie’s furs (rim lighting) is pawfect!!!
Smileys!
Dory, Jakey, Arty & Bilbo
Her crazy furs do make for interesting photos!
that is gorgeous!! Love it!
Pretty outtake
Lily & Edward
Thank you.
Gorgeous silhouettes and outtake!
It wasn’t easy to get, but we are happy with the end photo.
oh my gosh both pictures are so very beautiful. great captures.
Thank you. It was a tough challenge this week.
Pawsome job in the face of some real physical limitations. Well done! Love Bailie’s outtake.
Thank you. We are happy it came out pretty well and no one was injured.
Your photographer did an outstanding job!
Thank you. We always love Bailie’s head furs.