Taking Great Animal Pictures at the Zoo

by Nicole Humphrey | More from this Blogger

24 Aug 2007 01:53 PM

As I mentioned in an earlier article about Photographing Animals at the Zoo, I love taking pictures of wildlife, animals and pets. I just love animals. Every time I have the opportunity to photograph an animal, I get in active mode looking for that perfect shot.

I am also the type of person to continuously take multiple photographs all in one session. Which brings me to an important tip.

If you are working with a digital camera, take lots and lots of pictures. Keep snapping going for that perfect shot. You will wind up with a lot of bad shots, but you will probably come up with some great shots in the midst. If you are working with film, you might not be able to do this, because of the expense involved but if you really want a good picture, you might just need to bring an extra roll.

Now, back to the photography tips:

Natural Environment

Try to take photographs when the animals are surrounded by their natural environment for the most realistic results. It is hard because sometimes they are constantly moving, and you might wind up with a gate or something in the background. Zooming in can help with this, as can taking numerous shots.

Here are my favorites I have done of Zoo animals in their natural habitats:

This last photograph, while not my favorite and in no way showcasing the little guy in his natural habitat, I am showing that it is possible to get a photograph while they are behind glass or Plexiglas. Turn off your flash, or hold the flash right up to the glass and shoot. I wound up loving this picture because of his adorable little leather like hand up against the glass.

Be sure and visit the photography blog for more helpful hints.

Related Article:

Photographing Animals at the Zoo

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Nicole Humphrey is a freelance writer, consultant for CTMH and a Sr. Blogger for families.com. She resides in St. Charles, Missouri with Mike and their five children and two furbabies.

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