Inclusive Stock Photos: People and Pets Together

By Caitlin Quinn | June 7, 2022 |

Over 100 inclusive stock images for animal services organizations were donated by Portsmouth Humane Society after they made an effort to diversify the images they were using to tell the story of their organization’s work in a way that more accurately reflects their community. These images are not exhaustive, but now include two years’ worth…

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Found Pet Photo Tips

By Caitlin Quinn | December 10, 2020 |

Help keep community members informed by sharing these quick tips for snapping a good photo of found pets. We know that good photos make all the difference to facial recognition, as well as catching the attention of searching owners and community members who can share far and wide. Download or print this one-page tip sheet…

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10 Tips for Better Senior Dog Photos

By Caitlin Quinn | April 14, 2020 |

Getting photos of shelter or rescue pets can feel hard – sometimes the lighting isn’t the best or our four-legged friend has a case of the wiggles. And sometimes a pet can be camera shy. But thankfully a few small adjustments and the use of a handy cell phone can make a world of difference…

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Shelter Photography Basics, Part 3 Getting Great Photos Anywhere

By TST Technology | May 22, 2017 |

As we become more familiar with an environment — from play yards, to offices, to cat rooms and dog kennels — it’s natural to overlook their potential as stellar backdrops for adoption portraits. But beauty lies waiting in unexpected places, and this third installment of our Shelter Photography Basics series covers how depth of field and…

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Shelter Photography Basics, Part 2: The A Team

By TST Technology | April 11, 2017 |

Teamwork makes the dream work when it comes to efficiently and effectively photographing shelter pets! Because shelters and rescue environments can be unpredictable, busy places and personalities can vary greatly among adoptable models, here’s a team setup solution to help you make the most of your time and resources. You’ll come out the other side…

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Shelter Photography Basics, Part 1: The Exposure Triangle

By TST Technology | February 13, 2017 |

The 3 Stooges. Charlie’s Angels. Rock, paper, scissors. History is full of awesome trios, but our favorite is the exposure dream team, more formally known as the exposure triangle. It’s the magical interaction between aperture, ISO, and shutter speed that forms the foundation of a great photograph — a photograph that could connect a homeless…

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