High School Senior Photographer; Clermont, FL; The Ross Graduate

Pre-session

Esilda and I spoke on the phone about getting imagery of her child who was graduating with dual enrollment. She reviewed the packages offered and she opted for the Basic package. She wanted me to speak with her son about the session, so I spoke with her son about what types of images he wanted and the location of the photo session. We decided we would go back to Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont, FL. He liked it because it wasn’t a very busy place and we decided on doing some images in the field this time to change it up. Esilda wasn’t sure about doing the same location again as we did last time so we changed the location to the Clermont Historic Village Museum. 

The Session

We met for an afternoon session. We took images around the museum buildings and over in Victory Point! We had fun walking around the buildings and taking a variety of poses with the different backdrops in this area. I was able to get some genuine smiles out of Kai by joking a bit with him! 

Post-session

About 2 weeks later we met online for the design and ordering session. We knew prior to our meeting we were going to be looking for 10 images. 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 and they loved the video presentation of the images. 

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!

Important items to bring on your photo session

You have decided to do a photography session and you need help preparing for your session! Have no fear because I’m here to help get all set! I would suggest making a list of all the items you need to bring for your photography session before you head to your session. Some people get nervous and knowing ahead of time the items you need will help you to be more relaxed the day of your photo shoot! 

Some common items to bring would be: 

1. Make-up, brush, mirror, and hair ties

2. Accessories such as hats (wear for the last shots unless you plan on wearing it the whole time), jewelry, sunglasses

3. Bring a second outfit, if needed

4. Any props you want in your shots

5. Small towel (It gets hot in Florida and you can blot the sweat away.)

6. Something to drink like water (Drinks with color can stain your teeth or clothing.)

If you have any questions about photography services, 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!

2022 Valentine's Day Photo Session Special

Are you wanting to create something special for your loved one? Let’s have a photo session capturing the bond between you and your loved one you. Then create beautiful artwork for your home which you can enjoy for years!

So how does this all work? We will chat over the phone to find the right location for you all, pick the date, time, and talk about your goals for the session. Your package will include your consultation time, 30 minute session time, up to 20 edited images to view, five 8 X 10 prints, the 5 corresponding digital negatives, and an awesome digital slideshow. If you want to purchase additional artwork and keepsakes this can be decided at the order and reveal session. After we have had our consultation and you are booked, I’ll send you some information about how to prepare for your session. Then we will have a fun filled session! After the session about 2 to 3 weeks later your images will be ready to be viewed. We will have a Google hangouts meeting to pick your images. After the meeting I will order your artwork and you will get it within 4 to 6 weeks. I will be hear to guide you through the whole process. Let me know what questions you have for me!

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!

Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!

Tips on how to be more relaxed during photo session

Today I want to share with you about how to be more relaxed during your photography session. The first step is to talk with your photographer and have an idea of what you want to accomplish during the session. Basically, having a plan will set your mind at ease. The more you prepare for the session, the less stress you will have during the session. 

Make sure you talk with your photographer about what you will be wearing. I talk with my clients about what they will wear for the session. I often get pictures of outfits all the time and I love helping my clients get the right outfit. We often plan the outfits based on what look you want to accomplish. For families, you may be looking at making pictures for keepsakes such as a wall art collection or album. This will lead you to know what you want to wear during the session to compliment your house. For business professionals, we may look at sporting your brand colors in the session and looking at what colors spark which emotions. I say the number one rule with clothing is make sure it is something you feel comfortable in because if you are comfortable it will show in your images. A great idea is if you have children is to get them involved with the planning! Have them help pick out their outfits and give them choices. For example, do you want to wear this red shirt or this blue shirt? 

I work with families with and without furbabies. When working with 2 legged babies and 4 legged babies, I have found it is best to let go of what will or won’t happen at your session! Life is an adventure! Remember to giggle, laugh, and go with the flow. This should be an event you are looking forward to and not dreading! I will help guide you through the session and let you know what we need to do to accomplish the shot! 

Lastly, this is important for before and during the session. I would make sure all are on board and involve them in the process. Your attitude towards the photography session will show in your images. If you are stressed, this vibe will go to everyone else and it will show in the images! I have seen this in family and professional headshot portraits. 

Do you have any questions about how I can help you during your photography session? Call me 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!

Family Photography; A day with The Ross Family: Clermont, FL Photographer

Pre-session

Esilda and I spoke on the phone about getting imagery of her children. 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 stunning wooded area of Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont, FL. Her main goal was creating wall art for their home. She wanted multiple 8 x 10's for her walls. Normally, I show people what their wall art looks like on their walls before they purchase it. However, she knew which wall she was adding these images too. We did discuss albums and vivid metal wall art and she said the multiple 8x10s would work great for her needs. 

The Session

We met for an afternoon session. We took images out near the lake! We had fun walking the big path by the lake and taking a variety of poses with the different backdrops in this area. We giggled about bird poop and even got a little dirty. The great thing is we laughed and had fun throughout our session. I love it when families feel at ease in front of the camera! Our main concern was the rain, however, it held out until the end of the session!

Post-session

About 2 weeks later we met online for the design and ordering session. We knew prior to our meeting we were going to be looking for 5 images. 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 wall art and digital images. 

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!

Acting Headshot Photo Session: Clermont, FL Acting Headshot Photographer

Pre-Session

Sue reached out because her daughter needed some updated acting headshots. We spoke about what she was looking for in her headshots and she sent me an example of her last headshot. We discussed what would happen during the photography session such as the space I would need to set up my lights and the wardrobe changes/looks. Next, we set the date, time, and location and then I sent her over the paperwork to approve.  

The Session

The day of the session we verified if we had enough space in the living room. After seeing the space, I let her know it was perfect and I popped up my portable studio in her back room. I needed a 10 X 10 area to set up my backdrop and lights. At first my lights were having some issues and after closing the blinds we were able to get rid of the reflecting light which was affecting my flashes sensors. We went with three different styling looks. We took some images with her in a ponytail, hair down, and a variety of different outfits.  

Post-Session

After the session, I went to work on editing her photographs for her and the family to view. Once the images were done, I sent her an online gallery to view her images. The family went through and picked the images they wanted to use for her acting headshots. Once Sue let me know which images she wanted, I pulled them for the final touch ups. Once I had the final touches complete, I let her know they were back in the online gallery for her to download.

If you have any questions about how I can help you with your acting headshot or headshot 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!

6 things your pet should avoid over the holidays

1. Eating to much

I know we all want to give our pets some treats over the holidays, however, too much over eating could get them sick. You can let your guest know right off the bat, please don’t give my furbaby extra treats. It is important to know the rules to keep your baby feeling great! If you do decide to let your furbaby have some treats, make sure it is plain meat and/or veggies approved by a vet.

2. Bones

In ancient times we knew dogs ate bones and pretty much what us humans ate. However, now we know bones can cause damage to our pup. Bones can splinter, shatter teeth, and cause other injuries to our pups. Make sure you properly dispose of them to keep your furbaby safe!

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 3. Trash

I don’t know about you but I had to have a bungee cord on my trash can to keep my one pup out of the trash! There are lots of dangers which can be encountered in the can! First off, a dog could ingest toxic food. Secondly, they could swallow string, get into broken glass, or other unsafe items. Please make sure to keep a lid on it.

4. Alcohol

Did you know an ounce of liquor can be deadly to our furbabies? Keep glasses of open alcohol out of reach for furbabies and the non-furry one’s too!

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 5. Ice cream/Milk

A little bit of these items will probably not upset your pups stomach, however, if your dog is super sensitive it could! I wouldn’t risk having an episode of diarrhea! That will not be fun for you or your pup!

6. Sweets and Chocolate

No chocolate or candy! It can cause issues for your pup by making them obese, get an upset stomach, and other serious health issues. They can get diabetes too.

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From my family to yours! We hope you and your family have a great holiday season!

Wise Images Photography is based near Orlando in Montverde, FL. KT has been serving the Central Florida area for over 15 years!

2022 Calendar Available: “Enjoying the Moments” Florida Photographer

Are you looking for a stunning calendar to help you keep track of all your important appointments, dates, and special holidays? Then look no further! This functional and beautiful 12 month calendar is the right pick for your 2022 year. 

It is 11 X 8.5 inches with a pre-cut hole for hanging and saddle stitch binding to allow your calendar to lay flat on the wall making it easier to read your notes and see the gorgeous artwork. Keep all your important appointments, dates, and holidays at a quick glance.

The months of February, April, July, September, and October are images which have been displayed in local galleries in Central Florida. 

Have the peace of mind your calendar is covered with a special high UV coating to keep it protected so you can enjoy it for a long time. As you flip through the pages of your calendar you will be taken to another place! This calendar also makes the perfect gift for the nature and dog lover in your family!

This offer is no longer offered. Please check back in November of 2022 for our 2023 calendar!! Our number is 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!

Acting Headshot Photo Session with Sarah: Montverde, FL Acting Headshot Photographer

Pre-Session

Sarah reached out because she was wanting to get some acting headshots. She was about to go on a new adventure and go for some acting roles. We met in person since we both live in the same small town together. We went over how she wanted her images taken with the look she wanted and the color of the backdrop. We discussed what would happen during the photography session such as the space I would need to set up my lights and the wardrobe changes/looks. Next, we set the date, time, and location and then I sent her over the paperwork to approve.  

The Session

The day of the session we verified if we had enough space in the guest bedroom for my set up. After seeing the space, I let her know it was perfect and I popped up my portable studio in her back room. I needed a 10 X 10 area to set up my backdrop and lights. The first half of the session we did a lot of the poses she wanted specifically and then towards the second half of the session I was giving her direction for other poses. 

My personal favorite :)

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 acting headshots. Once she let me know which images she wanted, I pulled them for the final touching of softening her skin a little. 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 purposes. 

If you have any questions about how I can help you with your acting headshot or headshot  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!

Stained glass Product Photography Session: Product Photographer, Montverde, FL

Pre-session

Pastor Linda and I spoke about this beautiful piece of stained glass artwork she had created. She wanted a picture of it to use for logo purposes for the church. We had our meeting in person and I was able to see her piece of artwork prior to taking images of it. We discussed our date, time, and what would happen during the photography session. 

The Session

For the product session, we met in the fellowship hall and I set up my lights. While I was setting up Pastor Linda cleaned the stained glass. This step of cleaning the piece before taking the photograph saves time in the editing room as well as keeping me from having to make unnecessary changes to the artwork. I also wiped it down with a lens cloth afterwards to make sure we had no lint on it. This piece was a very highly reflective piece and I had to set up the lights just right to not cause any reflections on them. The back window was causing a small glare on the stained glass piece and I stood up to block the reflection with my body. I used a napkin to diffuse the flash which was controlling my two remote flashes on umbrellas. Set up took us about 45 minutes to get the piece so it wouldn’t fall and was positioned correctly for the camera. We captured both sides of the artwork so she could pick between which one she liked better.

Post-session

I was able to get the editing done in a week and sent it over via an online gallery. When I blocked the light during the session, I ended up in the artwork when photographing one side of the work. I had to photoshop myself out of one of the men. During post production, I extracted and cleaned up all the edges so the pastor would be able to maneuver her image easier for a logo in the future. 

If you have any questions about product 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!

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!