Beautiful Dog Fotos?

October 23, 2012 by dorannrule

My dog does not take good pictures. If she did, I would be writing more Rozie Stories. She is actually quite beautiful but HATES the little camera thing. She rarely looks up no matter how I whistle or call her name. She’s worse than a baby who has to be bribed with lolly pops to get her attention focused. I make funny faces too and get down on the floor and wave different hands that are not holding the camera. I even shout sometimes. Rozie ignores all the histrionics. And I get so flustered, I can’t focus either.

Rozie Squinting

Rozie’s Body is Too Big for Her Face

Rozie’s Head is Too Big for her Body

She is lovely when not squinting or in the wrong light, with her widow’s peak and big soft brown eyes. Her body is something else again – maybe a bit too big for her face I think. At any rate, I cannot seem to get body and face in the right proportion for a flattering photograph. I would put her on a diet but the vet says her weight is just fine. She’s just – well – out of proportion from the photographer’s eye view. Maybe my favorite fabulous photographer friends, Cindy at photosfromtheloonybin and apronhead Lilly could help me with getting the right focus.

I never met a dog who was not photogenic. Have you?

Rozie will never measure up to Lassie or Rin Tin Tin or even Toto in the Wizard of Oz. Oh, she’s well behaved. If I call her and she sees the evil camera, she leaves or turns her back so I can get a great rear view.

Most of the time she is sleeping or getting ready to sleep. You know, you can only take so many pictures of a dazed or sleeping dog.

Rozie’s Dazed Look for the Camera

This morning I was determined to show the world what a beauty Rozie really is. She’s my old, misshapen, well behaved friend. I came close. The light on her face was somewhat flattering and she actually looked at me since I was in the kitchen where the food is.

I love Rozie so much. I think she is truly beautiful. She simply does not take good pictures, or maybe she resents the camera and shuns the fishbowl life of a celebrity.

Have you ever heard of an un-photographic dog?

Posted in Country Fotos, Critters, Humor, Random Impressions | Tagged Dog, Dog Photos, Famous Dogs, humor, Lassie, Movie Dogs, pets, photograph, Rin Tin Tin, Sleeping Dogs, Toto | 19 Comments

19 Responses

on October 23, 2012 at 4:19 am katecrimmins

She is just gorgeous! Maybe she’s looking for a better modeling contract?

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on October 23, 2012 at 4:22 am apronheadlilly

Outside I can capture good photos of JD, but inside he barks at the camera. 🙂 What you need is a telephoto so you can be further away and sneak up on her. Or how about have the camera camoflaged in a treat box. 🙂 She looks like a doll.

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on October 23, 2012 at 5:22 am shofar

I wish I could find the picture of my part Labrador sitting nicely and smiling with her eyes closed! She’s in doggie heaven now. . .

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on October 23, 2012 at 6:01 am Dianna

I think Rozie is beautiful – whatever her proportions….or the lighting…. That last picture is stunning.

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on October 23, 2012 at 6:08 am photosfromtheloonybin

Oh, I think she’s adorable!! She looks extremely huggable :). I think you should try more close-ups like you did in the last shot, maybe outside early in the morning or early evening when the light is less harsh. I used to always try and include my whole subject in my photos, but then I realized that you don’t have to do that. You could just do some head shots and then you won’t have the proportion problem. Also, does she have a favourite toy or treat that someone could hold up behind you while you take the shot? That would perk her ears up :). By the way, I love the “Rozie’s Dazed Look for the Camera” photo. She looks so relaxed and comfy! Keep at it Dor. Pet photos take a lot of patience, that’s for sure, but I think you are doing great!!

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on October 23, 2012 at 7:54 am dogtailsblog

Hello 🙂
I too have an un-photogenic pooch! Jess closes her eyes, sits in very unflattering positions, allsorts just so I can’t get a photo!
Although I do have a favourite photo of the two of us, which is my profile photo 🙂 I was very excited when I took it! It makes up for all the bad ones!
Thanks for sharing!

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on October 23, 2012 at 8:11 am Vivienne Deutsch

This is truly my favorite blog!

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on October 23, 2012 at 2:54 pm dorannrule

I think she thinks she is unattractive Kate… or maybe just camera shy. 🙂

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on October 23, 2012 at 2:56 pm dorannrule

Forget the telephoto Lilly. I have enough trouble with my old cell phone. O.K. I know that’s a weird comparison. What I’m trying to say is I’m technologically challenged. A camouflaged camera in a treat box makes more sense. Thanks! 🙂

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on October 23, 2012 at 2:56 pm dorannrule

Oh shofar, you are like me about lost dogs. I still have a huge chunk of my heart with those in doggie heaven.

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on October 23, 2012 at 2:58 pm dorannrule

Great advice Cindy! Must remember about morning and early evening hours, plus head shots! Thanks! 🙂

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on October 23, 2012 at 3:00 pm dorannrule

Thanks and Welcome Katie. I’m following you now too. I can recognize a fellow dog lover! 🙂

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on October 23, 2012 at 3:00 pm dorannrule

Oh Viv, this is wonderful praise! Thanks. 🙂

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on October 23, 2012 at 3:12 pm apronheadlilly

🙂

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on October 24, 2012 at 12:43 am photosfromtheloonybin

Any time 🙂

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on October 25, 2012 at 9:06 am Mama's Empty Nest

Oh, Rozie looks like a sweetie, even if she’s not so photogenic. My cat does the same thing — she is a beautiful calico but she does not like to pose for pictures or stay still long enough for me to get a good shot. Most of the time she actually looks angry in the pictures I take, as if she’s saying, “No paparazzi!” 😀

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on October 26, 2012 at 11:55 am dorannrule

Both your cat and my dog are reluctant celebrities! 🙂

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on October 30, 2012 at 6:31 am Lori

I can never get a good picture of my Maggie. After eleven years, I have yet to capture her true beauty. 🙂 I think Rozie is lovely anyway!

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on October 30, 2012 at 1:00 pm dorannrule

Glad to hear I’m not alone with unphotogenic critters. 🙂

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