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Author: | oozcorpse [ Thu May 07, 2009 2:20 pm ] |
Post subject: | Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
Now I am not being bossy or condescending here I just thought a few tips might not go astray When taking pictures one needs to have a neutral background [pale blue preferred] but can be extremely pale grey Make a pen that is open to the front but enclosed on 3 sides and has a top – it must be large enough to comfortably hold your largest bird with space enough for it to take a few steps freely within the confines Also allowing enough space for long tailed birds [Yokohamas etc] Phoenix have to have a tall pen [abt 2mts high] with a stand [cockatoo stands work well] so that the tail drapes but can still be in the shot – often you will have to train these birds to stay calmly on the perch Peacocks have to have a wide pen [YES they can be trained to stand and display in a picture pen] Tack a tape measure onto the leading edge of one wall this will show the size of the bird – it MUST be a large print tape measure to show clearly enough in the pictures or simply place a coke can in the picture pen [off to one side] with the bird. The accurate weight and where possible the age of the bird should also be included with pictures for accurate appraisal Ensure the bird is allowed a bit of grain to help it to settle and become accustomed to the pen and is calm and well at ease BEFORE you attempt to take pictures This is an essential component for success If possible have the pen placed so that natural bright light can enter otherwise use the flash facility Watch the bird for a few minutes so you can ‘read’ it before starting to take pictures Allow the bird to move freely within the picture pen – DO NOT attempt to position the bird BEFORE taking the first picture = Enforce the PATIENCE policy upon yourself as this is an essential part of the exercise take a deep breath and expect to sit patiently and quietly for some minutes in order to get the best pictures Take a number of pictures = Full side shot of BOTH sides showing the entire bird including comb AND legs and feet preferably when the bird is fully sideways to the camera Full front shot to show depth of chest also including comb legs and feet A shot at a slight angle to show the character [head slightly tilted / jaunty stance etc] of the bird [angle at your discretion] Then have another person handle the bird and carefully spread each wing separately and take pictures of both Shot of the back showing the entire length of the bird from beak to tip of tail A shot like this with both wings out-spread is advantageous as well Close-up of feet and legs – in 5 toed/feathered etc legs/feet ensure all toes/feathers are in the shot A close-up profile [head] shot from both sides showing comb and wattles clearly - ensure NO blurriness A close-up of head from the front showing the comb and wattles clearly [you may need to test photograph for these close-up shots] After a few times you will be able to quickly and easily take shots of your birds |
Author: | mousey [ Mon May 11, 2009 2:49 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
very good to know how to do it the right way. I painted the back of the chooks shed light blue 12 months ago and it really makes a differance when you stand back and look at the chickens on their roosting rail, they really stand out. Now all I need is a good man to build me a box |
Author: | oozcorpse [ Sun May 17, 2009 9:31 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
not necessarily the 'right way' but it is 'one way' to take good pics of yr birds I have noticed that pale blue behind perches helps when examining the birds good suggestion mousey why not just buy a few simple tools [hammer - a few screwdrivers - a saw etc] then buy some wood and either nails or screws to put the wood together then cut the wood to size and make it yrself = perhaps it would be faster at the end of the day [you obviously already have the paint and brushes] |
Author: | spanky [ Sun May 17, 2009 11:33 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
i've noticed pale blue is the colour of the show boxes too, is there a particular reason it's pale blue and not say, pale green? |
Author: | oozcorpse [ Sun May 17, 2009 11:51 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
makes the birds stand out more - I've seen some that stood out so sharply it was as if they were digitally placed there |
Author: | oozcorpse [ Tue Aug 11, 2009 10:40 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
bumping this back up as show season is in full swing as is photographic show season |
Author: | Drew Smith [ Sun Nov 15, 2009 8:32 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
Nice one spotted egg, we all thank you. Cheers Drew Smith |
Author: | oozcorpse [ Mon Nov 16, 2009 10:11 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
^^^ Like Drew said in picture form with such detail has added a GOOD dimension to this post |
Author: | Raf [ Sun Dec 27, 2009 11:09 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Taking pictures of birds for appraisal |
how good is all that info amazing what you find when you look around the forum thanks soozorps & spotted egg that is excellent Raf |
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