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Photo Tips
Photographing your pet for a portrait

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When I work from your photos, the quality of the photos you send me is crucial to the accuracy and quality of the finished portrait.

Some tips to keep in mind:

  1. Get as CLOSE as possible without blurring the image.
  2. Focus on your pet's FACE and head (unless you want a whole body drawing).
  3. Take the photos OUTDOORS in good natural light (a bright overcast day works best).
  4. The best view of your pet is usually THREE-QUARTERS.
  5. Try to keep the background LIGHT or uncomplicated.
  6. Take photos from SEVERAL ANGLES or different poses
  7. I can work only with what I see, if you have a particular expression, ear set etc. that you want in the portrait be sure that it is in the photos.
  8. If possible send a selection of photos and indicate your favorite, this helps me get a "feel" for your pet.
  9. I take very good care of your photos and always return them with your potrait.
  10. Film or digital? If your photos are taken with a film cameras please send the actual photos. If taken with a digital camera please send .jpg files at the largest size/dpi you have.

GOOD CLOSE-UP PHOTOS
enable me to give you an
ACCURATE PORTRAIT!

If you are having problems with this web site contact our support staff at A-1 NetMarketing by e-mail at help@a1netmarketing.com.  To contact Raven write to portraits@ravenokeefe.com or Raven OKeefe, 39562 Highway 226, Scio, OR 97374 or call 503-394-2021.
Please remember that all drawings are copyrighted and cannot be used in any way without the artists permission.