In this video, we’re transforming distractions in Photoshop with some healing tools and stretching tools!
Removing Distractions in Photoshop
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RESOURCE HUB
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Welcome to the Hair of the Dog Resource Hub
Looking for resources to improve your pet photography craft or grow your pet photography business? We’ve curated our free training resources below, from blog posts to editing videos. Just choose the type of content you are looking for and start learning!
Don’t forget to check out the Hair of the Dog Podcast as well, for more conversations and lessons on the topic of pet and equine photography.
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Resource Categories
Photography
Dog and horse photography skill-building tips
Post-Processing
Photoshop and Lightroom tips & tricks
Pricing & Sales
Pricing sessions & products, and selling both
Business
Starting up, workflow, copyright and more
Marketing
How to find clients and get your calendar booked
Mindset
Mindset strategies for a successful business
All Resources
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Firmware Update for Canon R5 & R6 Camera
In this video, I’ll show you step by step how to update the firmware on your Canon R5 or R6 camera.
Quick Tip for More Impactful Pet Photography Images
In this episode of Hair of the Dog Academy TV, I'm sharing a game-changing tip for capturing impactful dog portraits....
Mastering Group Shots in Pet Photography: How to Keep All Eyes in Focus
In this must-watch tutorial, we’re unmasking the secret behind achieving perfect focus in group shots of dogs with different heights. Learn how to create a fan favorite ‘puppy dog eyes’ type shot from two separate images while maintaining a shallow depth of field.
Customizing your Photoshop Toolbar
Ever found yourself wishing your frequently used tools in Photoshop had their own dedicated spot on the toolbar? Or maybe there’s that one tool you never use and wish you could just make it disappear (I’m looking at you, pencil tool!). If that’s the case, then this video is for you!
Using the Polygonal Lasso Tool to Select Leashes in Photoshop
In this video we reveal one of the most effective methods to digitally remove leashes from your pet photography using the polygonal lasso tool in Photoshop.
Using Photoshop for the Perfect Pet Photography Group Shot!
Are you tired of trying to get a group of dogs to line up perfectly for a group shot? Want to capture all pets in the same plane of focus while maintaining a beautiful, shallow depth of field? Well, this video is going to be a game-changer for you! In this tutorial, I’ll reveal a quick and easy 30-second hack that will allow you to create stunning group photos of pets, regardless of their behavior!
High-end Canvas Vendor Review for Professional Photographers: Guild Canvas Revealed!
In this review, Nicole Begley from Nicole Begley Photography and Hair of the Dog Academy unpacks the impressive details of a 20×30 Framed Guild Canvas. Of course, the canvas is gorgeous and well-built, but what truly sets Guild Canvas apart is their intricate hand painting overlay on the printed image, following the lines of the photo to give a beautifully unique finished product that blends the line between photography and fine art.
Pet Photography Editing Tutorial: Mastering Rainy Day Images in Lightroom and Photoshop
This video is a comprehensive guide, walking you through the entire process of transforming your rainy-day pet photographs from straight-out-of-camera raw images to radiant and visually appealing pieces of art using Lightroom and Photoshop. Whether you’re shooting in a little drizzle or have an adventurous shot taken in torrential rain (like this one), we’ve got you covered.
Using Photoshop Beta Generative Fill AI with Pet Photography
Today, we’re going to get under the hood of Photoshop’s Beta Generative Fill AI and see how it interacts with pet photography! This new tool promises to bring revolutionary changes to how we edit our images, and I’m here to give you the lowdown.
Mastering Travel Catalogs in Pet Photography: An Easy Guide to Importing and Organizing Images in Lightroom
Are you a pet photographer frequently on the move? Do you find it challenging to manage your images while traveling for workshops or shoots? This video will guide you through a simple and effective method of managing traveling catalogs using Adobe Lightroom.
Pet Photography Hack: Backplate Technique for Effortless Background Editing in Photoshop
Learn how to seamlessly edit your pet portraits by using a backplate for distraction removal and transforming your background in mere seconds!
