Taking a Great Pet Photo
Lighting for Pet Photos
Soft, even, front-ish light on the animal is the goal. Harsh shadows and backlighting both hide the details that make a clip look like your pet.
Use a window
Position the pet facing a large window. The light is soft, even, and free, and it lands on the face rather than behind it.
Avoid strong backlight
A bright window or sky behind the pet turns them into a dark silhouette. Move so the light is beside or behind you instead.
Skip the on-phone flash
Direct flash flattens fur texture and causes eye-shine in animals. Daylight or a well-lit room is almost always better.
Make your own pet dance video
Pet Dance AI turns one photo into a cute AI dance clip in seconds. Free on the App Store.