"Creativity involves breaking out of established patterns in order to look at things in a different way" said Edward de Bono, who is a physician, psychologist, philosopher, author and inventor. I can definitely learn from this man's writings. When in the studio I often photograph dogs, and cats for that matter too, on plain paper backgrounds, letting the animal take the spotlight, but a few months ago I started experimenting with patterns in the studio and was really pleased with the results; take a look at a few examples below.
I'm sold! I still love a classic, plain background, but patterns can be fun and I'm going to continue to look for ways to incorporate them into my studio sessions. If you'd like to see more pet photographers' take on patterns, and this should be good, you can start with the work of Shae Pepper Photography and continue clicking on the link at the bottom of each post to enjoy an around-the-world tour of participating photographers in the Pet Photography 52 Weeks Challenge week 17 theme of "patterns".
Tracy Allard of Penny Whistle Photography is a Certified Professional Photographer with the organization Professional Photographers of America; a designation held by fewer than 2,500 photographers nationwide and a hallmark of consistency, technical skill, artistry and professionalism. Penny Whistle specializes in both natural light and studio photography providing child, engagement (couples), family and pet portraits as well as corporate headshots and commercial photography in her studio located in old town Carrollton as well as out on location in Coppell and surrounding communities in Dallas – Fort Worth, Texas.
6 Comments
Apr 29, 2018, 8:24:10 PM
Debbie Trask - I love the patterns...I would have thought the would be too much and take away from the subject but they don’t...they enhance them in a lovely and whimsical way!!
Apr 29, 2018, 9:41:33 AM
Linda Perdue - Cool idea to incorporate a patterned background and have it tied to the dog (bowtie, green colors, etc.).
Apr 29, 2018, 9:16:08 AM
Nancy - Beautiful..
Apr 28, 2018, 2:19:00 PM
Kim Hollis - I love the patterns you’re using in the studio. Why’re really cute.
Apr 27, 2018, 1:25:36 PM
Elaine - Can you please ship me that white chair? And the bow tie background. LOL. Love these.
Apr 27, 2018, 3:49:58 AM
Lynda Mowat - I love the way the backgrounds match the dogs! A very effective use of patterns! This bow ties really set off the bow tie! Great job.