A day with The Goldsmith Family: Lake Wales, FL Photographer
Pre-session
Amanda and I spoke on the phone about getting imagery of her and her family. We spoke about the different shots she wanted to get during the session and we talked about the location. We decided we would go to the gorgeous Bok Towers in Lake Wales, FL. Her main goal was creating wall art for their home. She wanted one signature piece for their household. Normally, I show people what their wall art looks like on their walls before they purchase it. However, she knew they were moving soon and we were going to make decisions off a house she hadn’t seen yet!. She also looked over the albums and let me know she would think about them.
The Session
Amanda loves Bok Towers and we met for an afternoon session. We took images out near the tower and in the nearby gardens! We had to move quickly as the little one wasn’t game for photographs which is perfectly normal. In the future, I would suggest if you are working with a little one you pick your one maybe two location spots in the park to get all the images done quickly. We attempted more this day and both agreed when working with little one’s you need to not move around as much.
Post-session
About 2 to 3 weeks later we met online for the design and ordering session. We knew prior to our meeting we were going to be looking for wall art and possibly an album. First, we took time to enjoy the images with the picture video presentation. Afterwards we went through and picked out the images they wanted to have for their keepsakes. She invested in a 16 x 20 vivid metal piece of wall art, the contemporary album, and digital negatives.
If you have any questions about family photography sessions, please reach out at 321-765-9473.
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
How to display your wall art using 1 to 3 pictures in your home
In this post we will discuss how to display wall art using 1, 2, and 3 pieces of wall art for your home. The first step is deciding which wall we want to use as your canvas. From there, we will pick the images you want for your wall and start to create the look and feel you want for your home.
Location of your Artwork:
Artwork is there to add personality, emotions, and balance to your home. It is important to give some thought to the placement so it adds to your home and not detract. I would suggest placing your artwork over the sofa, bed, fireplace, table, desk, or any wall you are ready to spruce up. Remember you can also place artwork on a desk, table, or shelves.
Artwork over the sofa:
The sofa in your living room, play room, or Florida room makes a great focal point for wall art.
Artwork over the bed, table or desk:
Another idea is using a bed, table, or desk as the focal point of various rooms. Having a beautiful piece of artwork in the room can add some pizzazz to your room.
Artwork over the fireplace:
When you walk into a room with a fireplace it already creates a great focal spot in the room. Why not add more charisma to the room by artwork hanging on the fireplace or placing the artwork directly on the mantle.
Artwork on your desk, table, or shelves:
Another idea is having table top pieces of artwork of the ones you love on your desk, table, or shelves.
Working with 2 pieces of wall art:
You can have your wall art side by side, stacked on top of each other, or staggered. Here are some examples below:
Working with 3 pieces of wall art:
You can have your wall art side by side, stacked on top of each other, or staggered. You can have your arrangement symmetrically placed or asymmetrically placed. Another idea is having a central theme to your images or have them vary for some contrast. For example, you could have all bold and bright colored images, muted colors with bright colored images, or a mixture of black and white with colored imagery. It is entirely up to you.
If you need more ideas about how to hang artwork properly, please check out my article “How to Hang Proper Portraits”.
If you have any questions about your artwork, please let me know! We have a program to help you see what your artwork will look like on your walls before you make your purchase!
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
How to Hang Proper Portraits
Portraits are a great way to show off your family and the ones you love! Pictures are able to freeze a time you can never get back and after taking them, you will want to see them again and again! So how should you hang your artwork? Personally, I think this really depends on the size of your home and your style.
If you have a huge home and have lots of space you are able to have lots of huge pieces of artwork throughout your home. If your home is smaller, you may have only a few larger pieces in your home. Some people prefer to have multiple smaller images in their homes. The whole idea is to get a mix of what will add to your home and bring a smile to your face!
One of the things you will want to do is have an idea of what your imagery will look like on your walls! At Wise Images Photography, we have a program which will allow us to show you what your images will look like on your walls before you buy. You simply take a photograph of your wall and then we can arrange images on your wall according to the size you desire.
There are general “rules” on how to correctly size your artwork with your room depending on the furniture and the layout of the room.
Rule one: Go big!
Sometimes people are afraid to go with one giant signature piece for the room. They are afraid it will cramp the room up. If you really like something, you will make it happen. If you go too small your artwork will not look correct on the wall.
Here is a diagram using a couch as an example to show the general rules.
Rule two: Hang artwork at eye level.
You really want to see portraits/artwork at eye level so you can make connections with them. If they are hung too high you can’t see them as easily. You will want to have the center of your artwork around 57 to 60 inches high from the ground. Just like anything there are going to be other factors which will come into play, such as the height of your walls. If you have walls which are very low or very high we can move things around in our program so you get an idea of what your artwork will look like for your space.
Rule three: Grouping photographs should be about 5 to 6 inches apart.
When you group smaller images together you want them to have a connection with each other. You will want to make sure you don’t space them out too far apart or they will look as if they don’t go with each other. The general rule of thumb is have them spaced 5 to 6 inches apart. You can really have some fun with groupings. You can do all the same sizes or mix and match. You can still follow the rules of placement with multiple images.
I hope this gives you some inspiration and helps to give you ideas on what to do with your artwork. In our introductory call we can talk about your goals for your wall space. Together we can design the perfect walls to bring joy to your space.
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
7 Ideas on what to wear for a photography session; Winter Garden Photographer
Coordinate your outfits together, not match each other completely. You can mix some patterns together but too many patterns and colors can cause you all to clash and distract from the photograph. Please match your socks with your outfit!
This is one of my favorite photographs! This image shows how they coordinated their outfits without completely matching. If they wanted they could have used another color to provide a little more variety.
Our eyes are drawn to the brightest part of a picture so please stay away from white. Look for a color which complements your skin tone and doesn’t match your fur babies’ fur. This will add some contrast in the photograph.
Layering, wearing textures, or accessorizing with a scarf, jewelry, or hat can make for more interesting photos. If you want to include a hat, I would wear it for the last shots so you don’t mess up your hair unless you want it for the whole shoot.
Choose your clothing carefully. Clothing which is low cut, too short or too sheer can affect your photos. Keep in mind you may be kneeling, bending, or even laying with your pet to get the best shots.
Bring a towel to pat yourself so you don’t shine too much! Florida gets a little warm!
Ladies I would get your hair trimmed and/or colored a week or two before the session. Ladies do I hear a mani & pedi in your future? :) Gentlemen can usually get away with their cut closer to the session. Spray tans should be done a couple of weeks before your session. Be careful of food choices before your session to prevent staining your teeth.
Not sure about your clothing choices? Send me pictures of what you want to wear and I’ll guide you through the process. I want you to have fun and the more we prepare beforehand the smoother the shoot will go! Remember if you are comfortable, the pictures will be so much better so think about where we will be shooting and how comfortable you will be in your outfit.
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
The day I ruined a printed photograph and it made me sad!; Winter Garden Photographer
This is a story from a long time ago about the time I ruined a photograph and it made me sad! One day I went to visit my Mammaw. Looking back on this day, I’m not sure why my Mammaw was having me clean house but either way, I was helping her clean house. I remember her handing me the Windex and asking me to clean the glass and to dust.
There was a round framed picture with my Aunt Janie in it. If I remember correctly, it was the photograph of us at the Buccaneers game in our Bucs football gear. She is a huge fan! Either way, I remember spraying the Windex to clean the glass. This is when it happened...Windex must have gotten behind the glass because the photograph started to bleed. I remember the colors starting to run and the mixture of orange and some of the red in the photograph promptly made the photograph turn a dark reddish orange. I was devastated. I was supposed to be making things pretty and clean and instead I ruined the photograph. I don’t even think I told my Mammaw because I was so ashamed.
Since then, I have been careful with pictures. If I clean glass on a framed image, I will take apart the entire frame, glass, and image to clean the glass. Then I leave an extra day to let the glass dry. This moment made a huge impact on me and I really make sure I handle the memories with care because I don’t want anything to happen to them.
With this being said, there was the one other time I wasn’t as safe with an image as I normally am with them. I had made flyers through my photo lab which I had in frames and placed inside vet offices for promotional purposes. In a haste one day, I took a box out of my truck with the promo image in it and some pamphlet holders and placed it on the side of my house. I was only supposed to leave it there for a moment when I got sidetracked. Needless to say, it rained and the promotional photo flyer got soaked! However to my surprise the image stayed in tack! This moment made me very proud of my work, knowing if an image were to get wet, the print would hold up even in the rain. The image only beveled. Now, I wouldn’t suggest drenching your images, however, you can rest assured your prints are made up of high quality paper which will keep your memories together in some rough conditions.
This is a cell image of the promo ad I left in the rain. You can see the image stayed in tack and it is even hard to see how it only beveled from the incident.
Let me know what questions you have about the quality of our photographs and how we can preserve your memories together.
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
Different ways to pose your dog for photographs
In today's article, we are going to talk about the different ways to pose your dog. The most important thing when working with your pup and photography is make sure they are not stressed and safe. It should be a fun experience for them. If they are stressed or unhappy it will not make for a good photograph. So have fun, give them tons of treats, and go with the flow!
Sitting
The most common pose is to have them sit. You can have your dog sitting on a chair, on the ground, or on stairs. Remember to never force a dog to sit down. Forcing them could cause injury. If they won't sit for the picture it's ok because there are other poses we can try!
On their back
Dogs are so cute and they often roll on their backs. Can you see it now you're pup on a couch hanging his head off the edge while upside down? They love giving that adorable look of I'm not doing anything wrong.
Standing
Another pose you can complete with your pup is having them stand. You can have them stand in front of a wall, on a set of stairs, or in water. Remember to keep an eye out for potential wildlife because you want to keep your pup safe. If you have your pup standing on a high object, remember to make sure it is safe for them and you have a spotter.
Paws on an item
Another great pose to complete with your pup is to have them set their front paws on an item. This could be a wall, back of a chair, or fence.
Laying down
You can have your dog lay down on a couch, in a chair, or on the ground. If you have your pup on the ground remember you will need to get very low so that you are on the same eye level as them while taking those pictures.
Remember if your dog knows how to sit, lay down, and stay you will be able to get a wider variety of pictures of your dog. Otherwise, I would suggest going with the flow. If you have any questions, please reach out to me. You can text me at 321-765-9473.
Are you having issues getting your dog to pose? Book a session with me and let me help you capture your dogs personality!
Dog Birthday Smash Session; Beau’s Birthday; Winter Garden, Florida Dog Photographer
I’m so happy to announce my little man Beaumont has turned 5!!!!! I can’t believe how fast time goes by! I’m really glad I have taken the time every year to do professional images of him. It seems like yesterday I was bringing him home from my camping trip! He was so little and was only 4 pounds! Now he is 12 pounds of fury! This year's birthday theme was dinosaurs!!! I hope you enjoy some of his images from his session! I think one of my favorite one’s is the side eye as his cat sister was walking up trying to steal the show!
If you have any questions about dog birthday smash sessions, please reach out at 321-765-9473.
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
4 ideas to spark your photography creativeness
1. Single Theme Day
For the day, pick only one type of shape or color to shoot all day long. For example, photograph only objects which are rectangular or a triangle. Another idea would be to take images of anything green. The theory is this will help you to see ordinary subject matter in a different light.
2. Use your camera phone
Sometimes when we have our big daddy cameras as I like to call it, we are focused on all the elements of the camera itself. Take a day to put all those thoughts behind and use your camera phone to focus on only composition!
3. See things from another angle
Pick one view point for the entire day or a certain number of photographs from one angle. For example, you could pick from ankle level, overhead shots, or from the hip. This will help you to see things from another perspective and try something new!
4. Photo scavenger hunt
Look for the following items!
1. Leading lines
2. Feathers
3. Water
4. Seed
5. Something small
6. Dirt
7. Nature selfie
8. Something smooth
9. Something rough
10. Nature shaped letter
11. Feel free to add more!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out at 321-765-9473 (WISE)!
Please send me a picture of your creative photography projects at kt@wiseimagesphotography.com
I would LOVE to see them!
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
5 Ways to keep your pet safe during fireworks!
1. Keep them at home.
Pets are going to be safest at home because this is their environment. The combination of large crowds and loud noises may make them overwhelmed. Also make sure you keep them inside during fireworks. Loud noises may cause them to panic and run away or even jump fences to get to safety.
2. Provide a Safe Spot
Does your pet have a safe place they love to go when they are scared? Make sure you have some type of den set up for them so they can hide inside of it. If this creates more anxiety, maybe have them go under the sheets or another area which is their preference. Crates are best if they are used to them. You might think about covering the crate, closing the windows and curtains to keep their stimulation low.
3. Proper Identification
Make sure your pet has proper identification in case they get loose or lost. You might even think about getting them microchipped in case their collar comes off. If your pet does get lost, make sure you have recent pictures so you are able to make signs to display in the area.
4. Keep them away from the fireworks and lighting instruments
If your pet ingests lighter fluid or matches, it could cause them to have difficulties breathing or health related issues. Lighter fluid like us can cause skin irritation and if ingested can cause damage to their internal organs.
5. Emergency numbers on hand
Make sure you have your vets, emergency vets, or emergency animal hospital number and address on hand in case your pet has a medical emergency. I would also look up your area's pet poison control center or helpline. There may be fees applied to using these services.
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Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
Common Concerns when Photographing Dogs
Let me guess your number one concern is my dog won’t cooperate for a session because they are and insert how you would describe your pup...
This is absolutely fine! I have been able to work with a variety of dogs….trained and untrained. I would say about 90% of the dogs I work with are not trained. It takes patience, a few tricks, and understanding dog behavior. Let’s go through 3 common concerns with dog photography.
My dog isn’t trained.
This can make it very challenging if your dog will not sit still. My top suggestion is taking your dog for a quick run or play session before the photography session. You will want to get them tired so they can calm down. You don’t want them to get completely pooped out! This suggestion is more for our younger dogs who have tons of energy! Remember I also have quick shutter speeds to catch those fast moving pups and I exercise a lot so I can move around quicker to keep up with these pups! :) Next, I would recommend having the least amount of distractions for a pup who isn’t trained. This will give us the best chance to capture your furbaby. This can mean picking a location with very little stimuli and/or having one person as the attention getter. Lastly, we can really focus on capturing the bond between the two of you as you interact with each other. You don’t always have to have the dog looking directly into the camera.
A funny blooper, even dogs close their eyes during photo sessions! PS. You can put your dog in your lap or hold them as another tip to keep them from running all over the place!
My dog is a little nervous.
One of the things I do is let your dog get acquainted with my gear and me. I let them sniff all around. I will spend more time talking to you and letting them get used to me and my gear by ignoring them. If we find they are not adapting then we can switch to plan B which is I can photograph your dog from afar. If they are still exhibiting signs of distress, then we can end the session. The last thing I want is for your dog to be in distress because getting photographed should be an enjoyable experience for them and you. If your dog is not able to leave the house because they can’t get in a car without getting sick, we can have the photography session at your home location or if you have a park within walking distance to your home.
My dog can’t be off leash.
Safety is number one when it comes to working with dogs. If your dog isn’t able to be off leash, this is fine. We have different leashes and handles to work with for a variety of situations. During post production, I can remove the leash.
Before leash removal
After leash removal
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Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
6 Best Times for Photography
Lighting is everything in photography. So when is the best time to take photographs? This is a question I get often after the question “Where should I get my photographs taken?” It all depends on the look you are wanting to create! You will hear many people talk about the golden hour as the prime time to take images. In this guide, I will talk about different options for the best time to take photographs and a bit about their pros and cons.
The Golden Hour
This is when the sun casts the beautiful golden tint on the earth. This is the time frame about an hour after sunrise and an hour before sunset. Some advantages are the variety of shots you can take during as well as the temperature is “a little” cooler in Florida. The sun is low in the sky which creates soft directional light with a nice warm glow. It creates nice shadows, keeps people or animals from squinting, and the warmth of the sun is pleasing to the human eye in photographic imagery. You can create silhouette shots where the sky is exposed and you see the outline of your subjects like a shadow. It can also be used to create a rim light creating a nice glow of you from behind or we could create a flare from the sun. The downside to the golden hour is sometimes the sun will cast a very warm light which is too intense making your images look super orange. This can be corrected in post production and with camera adjustments. You also will need to work fast as there is a limited time to the golden hour. This leads us to the blue hour where you have to move quickly to get unique images.
The Blue Hour is also known as twilight.
This is the time right before sunrise or after the sunset. This is when the sun is below the earth's horizon so you aren’t getting the direct light of the sun. It casts a blue tint making images cooler with very low contrast. This time of day is best shot near items like a lake or ocean where the reflection of the surface can be used as a light source. This time period happens quickly and will be gone before you know it.
Mid Morning and late afternoons
If you are shooting in the evening, I would suggest starting the session about an hour and a half before sunset to get some imagery without the quick changing sun. This will allow for time to get your bread and butter shots and then get the cool extra shots as the sun sets. On the flip side, if you are wanting some sunrise shots you can take advantage of the sunrise with the nice “golden hour look” and then continue to shoot without having to worry about losing light. Here in Florida we know it gets hot by 11:00 am so I find if you aren’t looking for a sunrise or sunset shot, in the mornings I will usually start at 9:00 am and in the afternoon at 4:00 pm depending on the actual sunrise and sunset time.
High Noon
Most photographers will tell you this is not the ideal time to shoot. There are tons of obstacles to overcome when shooting at this time. The colors and textures can seem washed out. The sun is often very bright causing people and animals to squint. If this is the only time you are available to shoot, there are some ways to work around the harsh lighting and to get creative with the light. In order to avoid the harsh light on the eyes casting dark shadows a fill light with flash can be used or a diffuser to diffuse the light. Another idea is to look for shady spots such as walls, trees, overhangs, or buildings. When you watch the surroundings, they sometimes will make a very cool contrast of dark shadows to light creating unique frames and interesting lines to your image.
See how Beau is having a hard time keeping his eyes open while on his walk at high noonish!
I took him to another location which was shaded and was able to get this gorgeous image of him without squinting his eyes.
Overcast day
The pro to having an overcast day is having a huge soft box for the sun. This will create a nice even soft light. Think of the clouds as a diffuser for the sun which will allow you to shoot all day long! Depending on what the clouds are doing your sky will appear completely white or you can get some interesting shots. Your photographer will have to adjust to get the best shots of the day!
Night time
This time can be used to create dramatic portraits using creative flash or the lights in the environment such as street lights or neon lights!
Have you been wanting to book a session? Reach out today and let’s start planning your session at 321-765-WISE (9473) or kt@wiseimagesphotography.com
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
7 Tips for Preparing your Pet for Hurricanes
Hurricane season is upon us! In Florida our hurricane season runs from the beginning of June to the end of November. Not only should you get your house and non-furries prepared, our furry babies need some preparation as well. Here are a few things you should do to make sure your pets are ready too!
Emergency Supplies for your pet
Make sure you have enough water, food or prescriptions to last at least a week. Remember to get their leashes, carriers, bowls, towels, doggie shampoo, heart guard, and flea/tick control.
ID Tags
Get a temporary tag to add to your pets collar with a relative or friend’s number who lives outside the local area.
Microchipped
Make sure information is up to date. You can swing by the vet to do a microchip check to make sure the chip is working and hasn’t moved.
Updated Vaccinations
Keep a record file for each pet. Most pet-friendly evacuation shelters may ask to see your pet’s vaccinations records.
A photograph of you and your pet together
This will establish ownership and help others to help you in case your pet gets lost. You can add things like species, breed, age, sex, color, and any other descriptions to identify your pet.
Have Travel Carriers Handy
To help with making the crate a fun place, incorporate it into your routine once in a while. You can do this by placing treats, toys, and meals inside of it.
Know which Public Evacuation Shelters take pets
Not all shelters, hotels, or other locations will take in pets. Visit gopetfriendly.com or gopetfriendly.com to locate hotels or in Orange County Florida you can call 3-1-1 to get information on local pet-friendly shelters.
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
Unique Gift Ideas for you Dad: Winter Garden Photographer
Let’s celebrate the awesome Dad in your life! This special is designed to give you the opportunity to freeze time for a moment. Later on you all will be able to reminisce about this time period in your lives. These sessions can be for you and your Dad, furdaddies with their furbabies, or the whole family! During our planning session we will discuss how you want to capture your memories for the day! I invite you to give your Dad the gift of celebrating him and the bond you all share!
How does it work?
1. Pay for your package for the awesome Dad in your life!
2. Email, print, or send a link of the gift certificate.
3. Schedule the planning session. We will pick a date, sign the contract, and plan for your session.
4. Have a fun session.
5. Complete the design and order session.
6. Enjoy your artwork for years to come!
Artwork Package:
30 minute session
Location: Montverde, Winter Garden, or Clermont
Up to 20 edited images to choose from
11 X 14 inch vivid metal print
5 high resolution images with print release
Digital slideshow with 5 corresponding images
Up to 3 people and 2 pets
Option to purchase additional artwork
$299 plus tax (Value $670)
This offer is no longer offered. Please check back for more updated offers or call us to see what is new! Our number is 321-765-9473!
If you have any questions or need more information, please do not hesitate to reach out at 321-765-9473 or email me at kt@wiseimagesphotography.com!
Pups in the Park: Lake Hiawatha Preserve
Hey! Are you looking for something fun to do with your pup on June 12th? I would love to see you all out at Pups in the Park! Check out the flyer below to learn more about the event! There will be a dog swimsuit parade and frisbee competition! You can have a puppuccino with a cop or do the 1 mile dog walk! There will also be dog related businesses from the pet industry! I hope to see you there!
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
4 fun photography ideas to do with your children this summer!
1. Make a time capsule envelope
Go on an adventure taking photographs of the fun things you want to have fond memories of later in your life. Make a list of all the fun things you do now in your life, for example, places you go, people you hang out with, your clothes, or games you play. Go print them up and put them in an envelope and put a note to open the envelope up in 10 or 20 years. Imagine the fun you will have seeing everything you loved when you were younger! I bet you will get a few laughs!
2. Create photo art
It is time to get your images off the computer! Think of a cool idea or theme for your montage. For example, pictures all dog related, different types of plants, a mirage of colors and shapes, or make letter pictures! Once you have your idea, get your images, print them out, and glue them to paper or canvas. Create something you can display for others to see!
3. Gratitude Challenge
Are you all having a particularly hard day? Let’s do a mind shift and go around taking photographs of all the things we are thankful for in our life! This will steer thoughts off of the negative and put them on the positive spectrum!
4. Touring the Neighborhood
I don’t know about you but I love seeing old pictures of my childhood home. I wish I had more pictures of the area, such as the playgrounds, my old school, the grocery store, my best childhood friend, and more. So pick up your camera and take some photographs of the place you all live and put the images in a family album so you can share this memento with your child as they grow older. This would be such a great gift!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out at 321-765-9473 (WISE)!
Please send me a picture of your creative photography projects at kt@wiseimagesphotography.com
I would LOVE to see them!
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
My Top 5 helpful tips for Pet Parents
Are you all like me? Do you have almost every toy and dog clothing imaginable? I’m really great about purging my items, however, sometimes I forget to take the time to go through Beau’s drawers and toy box. Of course the last time I tried to clean out his toys, he kept running and grabbing everything I put in the trash out of the trash! 😊 Today I wanted to talk to you about some safety concerns and ideas to keep you and your pup safe and clean! Here are some helpful tips for pet parents!
Inspect your pets gear
It’s important to make sure their gear like the collar, tags, and leash are all safe. If their stuff looks like it is ready to break and is fraying it is time to invest in some new apparel. Damaged gear is a safety concern. Just like we wash our clothes to get bacteria and dirt off our clothes we should do the same for our pets. Their accessories can be easily washed in a sink with pet shampoo. It is a great idea to make sure your pet’s id is correct with the correct numbers on it so if they are lost, someone can call you. If your pup is chipped, make sure the HomeAgain® profile is correct. The national check the chip day is August 15th.
Cell picture: Beau enjoying his new Kong Toy
Pet hair clean up
Shedding is inevitable with animals! You can use a damp rubber glove to rub your hand over your rugs or furniture to remove the hair! Sometimes a vacuum clean just can’t get it all!
Clean up toys on aisle…
Take a peak in your pet’s toy box or all over the house and you will see a sea of dirt and unsanitary items. Plastic toys can be washed with unscented soap to get rid of dirt and bacteria. For the cloth toys, you can throw them in the washer. If they are past the point of no return, to the trash they must go.
Keeping your outdoor space clean
Make sure you check your yard for dangerous items. I have occasionally found glass and other times which eventually surfaced over time. Poop patrol is important to keep you, your put, or other family/friends from bringing in a land mine into the house! Also, remember if you use fertilizer or other chemicals on the yard, to make sure they are pet safe or you follow the allotted amount of time before your pet can revisit their yard! Remember certain chemicals are toxic to animals.
Dealing with fleas/ticks
Let’s face it! No one wants to deal with fleas and ticks! The good news is there are lots of great products out there to help keep these pesky pests away from your pets and out of your house! You can talk to your veterinarian about different medications or natural products to help keep everyone itch free!
Stock Image
I hope you found these tips helpful! Keeping your furbaby safe and clean is another part of being responsible for your pup! Is there a tip you have for furbaby parents? Please share it in the comments below!
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
Business Branding Photo Session with Karen: Clermont Branding Photographer
Pre-Session
Karen reached out to me because she was needing headshots for her upcoming album release. We discussed how she wanted to be photographed, the mood of her images, and what she wanted her final images to look like for the release. We went over location ideas and decided to go for a combination of an outdoor shoot at her house with also an indoor set up as well. We talked about how her images would be used and set a date for the session.
The Session
The day of the session I arrived and we did a walk through of her location. She showed me her backyard and where I was going to set up for the session. After the walk through I popped up my portable studio in her back room. I needed a 10 X 10 area to set up my backdrop and lights. Since we were shooting late in the afternoon we took some photographs in the backyard before the sun set and then we went inside to get the indoor images.
Post-Session
After the session, I went to work on editing her photographs for her to view. Once the images were done, I sent her an online gallery to view her images. She went through and picked the images she wanted to use for her album release. Once she let me know which images she wanted, I pulled them for the final touching of smoothing out her skin to look real and just a bit softer. Once I had the final touches complete, I let her know they were back in the online gallery for her to download and use for her album release.
If you have any questions about how I can help you with your branding needs, please reach out at 321-765-9473 (WISE).
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
5 Ideas for where to take your photographs!: Central Florida Dog Photographer
Trying to find the perfect location can be a daunting task! In this guide, I’ll talk about how to pick a great location!
1. Go to your special location/place.
Think about where you and your fur baby like to go together. Do you have a special field, city, or hang out you frequent often? Taking photographs in an area you are used to will put your pup at ease because they will be used to the location. It will also help you capture all the good times you have at your spot!
2. Woods
Do you all like to go on hikes together? Perhaps you are the outdoorsy type! You might want to hit the trails and get images of you all being adventurous.
3. City
If the woods are not your thing, then perhaps you might go for the urban look. Downtown Winter Garden, Mount Dora, or Lake Eola are fantastic places to do a photo shoot.
4. Beach
Surfs up! Do you have a water dog? Let’s head out to the sandy shores and have some fun out at the New Smyrna Dunes Dog Beach! There is a fee at this location.
5. Home/studio look
If you dog is a little nervous to be out and about, we can do the photo shoot at your home! We can photograph your pup in their natural domain or if you are looking for the studio look, we can bring our portable studio to you!
If you have any questions or need more suggestions for locations, please let me know! Call or text 321-765-9473 (WISE)!
Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
How to prepare yourself when you and your dog do a photoshoot together
1. Keep calm
Being a little anxious during a session because you really aren’t sure what to expect is normal. Remember your dog will feed off of your energy so stay calm. Some people have been nervous their dog may not behave and be difficult. Animals can be unpredictable. I approach each session with a relaxed disposition to help with keeping everyone else calm. Remember, we will take our time to get the right images of your fur baby and you together.
Keeping calm…focus…nevermind just don’t look!! :)
2. You need some sleep
You will want to get a good night’s rest just like your fur baby. It is important to be energized and ready to go! This will make for a great photo session!
3. Breakfast time
I know you might feel guilty because you fed your fur baby a little less food than they are used to but you will want to keep your energy up for the photo shoot. Remember they are getting treats throughout the session. You can get them too but I’m not going to feed them to you! I really hope you caught the humor on that one! :) During the session, I will often need your help and if you are hungry, you won’t be focusing on your dog. Remember they feed off of us! So let’s get off on the right foot and feel great for the photography shoot!
4. Have your outfit picked out
If you are going to be in the photo shoot with your pet so we can capture the bond you share with them. You will want to make sure you are dressed right for the photography shoot! I have a “What to Wear” section in your welcome packet! I would take a few minutes to review this session and reach out to me if you have any questions or need help with picking out the right outfit for you! Remember when hanging out with your pet, white might not be the best option.
Here is a great example of using the same color scheme yet everyone had their unique style.
If you have any questions about our photography services! Please reach out at 321-765-9473.
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Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!
Unique Gift Ideas for your Mom; Winter Garden Photographer
Let’s celebrate the special Mom in your life this Mother’s day! Let’s face it...Moms are usually the ones behind the scenes and documenting everyone’s life. Now is the time to get Mom out from behind the camera.
These specials are designed to give you the opportunity to freeze time for a moment. Later on you all will be able to reminisce about this time period in your lives. These sessions can be for you and your mom, furmamas with their furbabies, or the family! During our planning session we will discuss how you want to capture your memories for the day! I invite you to give your Mom the gift of capturing her as she is and the bond you all share!
How does it work?
Pick and pay for your package for the special Mom in your life!
Email, print, or send a link of the gift certificate.
Schedule the planning session. We will pick a date, sign the contract, and plan for your session.
Have a fun session.
Complete the design and order session.
Enjoy your artwork for years to come!
We are offering two different Mother Day Specials, the “Album Package'' and the “Artwork Package”.
Album Package:
30 minute session
Location: Montverde, Winter Garden, Clermont
Up to 20 edited images to choose from
8 X 8 Table Book album with 11 images; Video sample of the Table Book Album
11 high resolution images with print release
Digital slideshow with 11 corresponding images
Up to 3 people and 2 pets
Option to purchase additional artwork
$449 plus tax
This offer is no longer offered. Please check back for more updated offers or call us to see what is new! Our number is 321-765-9473!
Artwork Package:
30 minute session
Location: Montverde, Winter Garden, Clermont
Up to 20 edited images to choose from
11 X 14 inch vivid metal print
5 high resolution images with print release
Digital slideshow with 5 corresponding images
Up to 3 people and 2 pets
Option to purchase additional artwork
$349 plus tax
This offer is no longer offered. Please check back for more updated offers or call us to see what is new! Our number is 321-765-9473!
If you have any questions or need more information, please do not hesitate to reach out at 321-765-9473 or email me at kt@wiseimagesphotography.com!