How to Take Better Photos of your Reptile!
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Күн бұрынToday we join Ryan Dahlen of R.J. Dahlen Photography to learn some tips and tricks to taking good photos of reptiles! From what equipment to use, to tricks to get reptiles to pose nicely, these tips will surely help your pictures turn out better!
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@lacorbeau 2 жыл бұрын
as the spouse of a photographer, i definitely think it's important to include the following: you may take 500 pictures in a single session, but only have four or five of the quality and composition you are after. that's normal and okay! just gives you plenty to work with :3 don't be afraid to take lots of pictures and don't be discouraged if only a few turn out!
@sunlily12 2 жыл бұрын
Tysm
@4dooky 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly!!
@melskunk 2 жыл бұрын
It's the advantage of digital photography! Don't be precious with your photos, you can take as many as you need! Also be prepared for the preview not to necessarily resemble exactly what you get on your computer later
@sleddog3092 2 жыл бұрын
As the son of an engineer, I really think I should be hired by Allison to design transmissions
@lacorbeau 2 жыл бұрын
@@sleddog3092 wut
@yland6003 2 жыл бұрын
I like when breeders have a consistent prop to use for their photos. It really helps to have a baseline when looking for particular size or color of animal.
@caverncrow8703 2 жыл бұрын
Yess! Doesn't have to be a prop either, the same tablecloth, background wallpaper, etc also work well
@lilydrawsart5756 2 жыл бұрын
Ooh thank you for this! I have 6 pet rats (4 of which were from you actually) and I just cannot take pictures of them at all! Definitely going to use these tips and see how they turn out! I took a photography class last year and I'm in another one this year, but they never teach about photographing a living, moving animal. Very useful video for anyone! Even if you aren't really into photography or art in general. Can make your photos look so amazing!
@laartje24 2 жыл бұрын
I have had pet rats too. They are a whole different level. I like to let them run around and explore first so they have most of their energy out before I try a photo. Having them eat something small can also help to keep them still. Also if you want to take a picture of something in the cage, if you keep your lense close enough you can take a photo just in-between the bars which helps with the focus. And then you need a lot of patience and a little luck
@Rjdahlen 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely send me a message if you want some more tips! Rats can be tricky to photograph but so rewarding, especially since they can hold objects in their adorable paws!
@lbon5479 2 жыл бұрын
I feel that! T^T The only time my dwarf hamster wasn't zooming or twitching all over was when he was asleep. xD The only hope was to light it well enough to use a realllly fast shutter speed, or to catch him when he'd randomly freeze because he heard a cat a block away or something lol
@ILuvAyeAye 2 жыл бұрын
This might not be what you were going for Lily, but asking a friend who's good with a camera to take pictures of either your rat with you out of the room, or of you interacting with your rats, might really help. Your rat loves you, and wants to get closer to you! That's awesome for a pet, but it's rough when you're the one taking the photos. I usually get better photos of my friend's cat than she does, not because I'm a better photographer, but because he loves her, and always wants to rub his face on her phone.
@Scarlet.Moon.Prince83 2 жыл бұрын
Please, please, please, we need part 2, 3, 4, or as many as possible! I love taking animal pictures and your tips helped me a lot to improve my game. I can't wait to watch more of this!
@brooketurner8510 2 жыл бұрын
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@Symphing12 2 жыл бұрын
I second this!!
@lbon5479 2 жыл бұрын
Poster paper or the underside of wrapping paper also works well for backdrops. White poster board is also great as a reflector (if you wanna reflect different color light for some reason, just get different color paper/board). You can use thick white paper (or whatever you have--tin foil, milk carton, carboard, disposable cups, etc) to make hats for your flash attachment that bounce or diffuse light. You can get really creative with it. I made soft box out of a paper plate and tin foil once. imo you only need to spend lots of money on photography equipment if a) you wanna look professional or b) you want to treat yourself and can afford it.
@SamiraGonzalez 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Emily, are your check and arm okay? They look like they may be bruised. I hope you’re okay and not doing too laborious of work or something. Please let us know what happened or that you’re okay! ❤️
@Michikothundermoon 2 жыл бұрын
That's the second video I've seen it in
@KaraEl-K 2 жыл бұрын
I was concerned too so I creeped down in the comments to see if anyone knew what was wrong. According to another follower, she apparently mentioned on the snake discovery fan page that the bruise was a result of some dental surgery! I hope that’s the case and that she is safe and well!
@Pantomath. 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I was wondering too. Last video I saw it and thought she got some rock paint on her... But seeing it still there today.... Made me curious again
@emmah4309 2 жыл бұрын
In the last video I just thought it was a dirt smudge and Ed didn't tell her and she just thought oh well we've filmed it now.
@hbateman83 2 жыл бұрын
She answered this question in the Facebook fan group. She got the cheek bruise valiantly fighting a huge moose army until she pushed it back across the Canadian border. And, unrelated, has had some recent dental work.
@debayeuxchats5607 2 жыл бұрын
Posted two minutes ago? Nice, new record for how quick I can be!
@QueerAndHere 2 жыл бұрын
Emilys cheek has been yellow- greenish two videos in a row now, is she ok ? I mean after all the sand painting they did I feel like we got used to Emilys face having paint on it, but this looks more like a bruise ?? Are you ok Emily are your animals misbehaving ? did you run into a wall ? do we need to send more chocolate ? were here for you haha
@naptimegamer6271 2 жыл бұрын
I was looking to see if anyone else noticed the green paint it was a great video but i was so distracted by it😂
@thepidstop9531 2 жыл бұрын
Moose battles, I believe. She made a rather hilarious post on the snake discovery fanpage on Facebook. (It was actually dental work)
@sarajamieson05 2 жыл бұрын
@@thepidstop9531 thanks for explaining. I have been wondering about the mark, and just realized in this video that it was a bruise. I’m glad she’s ok!
@amandastakeonit7402 2 жыл бұрын
@@naptimegamer6271, not sure if you read PID's reply, it's a bruise from dental work.
@NoNo-zx4gt 2 жыл бұрын
But what caused the one on her arm?
@loisxander6321 2 жыл бұрын
I love how that background mural turned out. It looks so real.
@caitlin919 2 жыл бұрын
Hi
@zolfirthedragon 2 жыл бұрын
I have never met a more photogenic creature than my dear handsome corn snake, Zamanev. He always looks majestic or adorable or both, and he's good at sitting still for photos
@Ubastis 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! I’ve struggled over the last few years trying to get the perfect pictures for my sale hatchlings. I would LOVE to see a second video with Ryan maybe showing more post production stuff now that we’ve seen the initial photo taking process
@Kale_20 2 жыл бұрын
Hi guys, I love your channel and have become obsessed with anything reptile (mostly snakes) because of this channel. I think it would be really cool if you guys did a “day in the life” video to see what your busy busy days look like. From feeding animals to talking to customers, I think we would all enjoy it 😊 ❤️ love you guys
@Thurston86 2 жыл бұрын
I’ll second this request!
@amandastakeonit7402 2 жыл бұрын
Snakes are my favorites too! But reptiles in general are my loves.
@kaminoshinobi1180 2 жыл бұрын
so glad crested geckos are getting recognition, I have one and he’s super chill on camera so i can take good photos with him
@leafystreet 2 жыл бұрын
that cave method is a great tip
@ijd123 2 жыл бұрын
Hoping the mark on Emily's cheek is a trick of the light and not a bruise? I'd love to see a video about tortoise care! 🐢
@haleyrosell2375 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely a bruise. She had some dental work done recently, so it’s probably from that
@wsn111 2 жыл бұрын
Ah! I was wondering about that. My teeth sympathize
@khills 2 жыл бұрын
@@haleyrosell2375 I dunno… I’ve had my entire lower jaw rebuilt, and I bruise like crazy. Didn’t bruise on my cheek-there’s no reason for your cheek to be involved. (Looks like a dirt smudge to me, but we won’t know unless she wants to tell us.)
@shaunacorrigan9372 2 жыл бұрын
@@khills Lots of people bruise after dental work, and it tends to look worse after a few days due to the blood settling with gravity. Almost positive that's what's going on with Emily since you could really see it in the last video, too
@whirlwitch 2 жыл бұрын
@@khills It's been in a couple videos now, and the last one involved filming on different days. Not a dirt smudge.
@Gingerblossom6969ily 2 жыл бұрын
I took a photography class a few years ago and have been using all the general knowledge I gained from it to take photo shoots with my crestie, I will definitely be using these tips as well! Thank you!
@kaleighquimby6363 2 жыл бұрын
I love this video!! Could we see an update on Ed’s baby snapping turtle!? I forgot the name😅😂
@aragonasten 2 жыл бұрын
Quasimodo!
@thebunnyfoofoo 2 жыл бұрын
Second this update request
@christinea9247 2 жыл бұрын
Aww
@anonview 2 жыл бұрын
I know this is more about photography, but WHAT A CHONKY FROGGO! SO CUTE! 👏 Random advice: Learn about how sensitive an animal is to light before taking their picture. Some animals like the tarsier are highly photosensitive, which means that camera flashes can stress them out. 🙂
@rosemaryfox6585 2 жыл бұрын
Do I own any reptiles? No. Am I still going to watch a video all about taking photos of reptiles? Hell yeah I am. Thank you snake discovery for all your amazing videos!
@KS-CompactMango 2 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! Definitely wish to see more pet/wildlife photography tips! Keep up the amazing work you guys do!
@86fifty 2 жыл бұрын
This was so cool and informative and educational and I am SO HERE for a part 2 etc!! Like how you did the genetics videos, going from basics to intermediate etc!
@Vickie-Bligh 2 жыл бұрын
This was very nice. I've always admired photographs like Mr. Dahlen's and to see the tricks of the trade is wonderful. Thanks Emily & Ed for doing this.
@ehthecuteone 2 жыл бұрын
This is fascinating! Thank you so much for having him in this video. You both had great information to share, and presented it in an entertaining way! Very well done. 👍
@BANANAMONKE-E 2 жыл бұрын
Yes we need more I have so many good ideas to get amazing pictures of reptiles
@juliegavin3447 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Definitely would love to see more in this series!
@SamSpen 2 жыл бұрын
He seems so genuinely and passionate about photography, and the animals themselves. Want to put him in my pocket!
@Riceball01 2 жыл бұрын
A pro-tip for apsiring photographers, if your phone or camera can supporrt it and you have the sfotware to read it, always shoot in RAW format. as opposed to JPEG. You'll get far more contol over your image in RAW and if you don't like how it came out, you can always go back and tweak it since RAW files are effectivlely Read Only and can't be permanently altered, but your settings are save as a separate file that your photo editing software will read every time you open up the RAW File.
@nadiahasbini541 2 жыл бұрын
I love reptiles and photography
@Pawlak8771 2 жыл бұрын
That was very cool and helpful!
@RavenAkurei 2 жыл бұрын
This was a great topic to cover! knowing the budget options is very helpful. I'd love to see the intermediate and advanced tips!
@StormTroopr-qi7bm 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. I have been watching for a very long time! Glad to see u guys have come a very long way 😊
@lizzthered 2 жыл бұрын
I would love a part 2 of this please! This was very informative!
@redpeterpanda 2 жыл бұрын
You can also use white poster board and point a light on it so you get a soft bounce light onto a photo subject.
@Future_Rebellion 2 жыл бұрын
I'd love a part 2!! This was super cool.
@Orcanaria21 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a hobbyist photographer, and while I don't have reptiles of my own, they are my favorite subjects when I go to zoos. I hope that I can make a trip up there some day, but I'm down in Texas working only 12 hours a week, so it'll be a very long time unfortunately 😅 Edit: It was my dad who taught me everything I know about photography.
@karenmarie7654 2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting! I have a corn snake that I’d love to get a good picture of. I’ll definitely be using some of these tips and tricks. Thank you!
@kellyparrish22 2 жыл бұрын
** loving the different content!!!! Thanks so much for your hard work!!
@amandastakeonit7402 2 жыл бұрын
Good information thanks Ryan!
@shellycooper1210 2 жыл бұрын
Lots of great tips , thanks for sharing
@mel3216 2 жыл бұрын
My woma is a very photogenic snake. This will make his pictures absolutely wonderful!
@apss5736 2 жыл бұрын
Always happy when you upload
@taylorbishop8865 2 жыл бұрын
Quite literally the most useful thing ever for me sometime. Thanks so much!
@catfrog1975 2 жыл бұрын
Love this! Great practical tips :)
@BillieRC 2 жыл бұрын
Ty!!! Nice change of pace but still related!!
@How2bGee 2 жыл бұрын
Always love seeing your notifications!
@everlastingscribe 2 жыл бұрын
Really appreciated Ryan and Snake Discovery 🐍 sharing these tips. Thank you all so much! And personally I would love to see an intermediate photography video for getting "glamour" shots of reptiles.
@saiveibhav5240 2 жыл бұрын
thanks for the tips on animal photography. It is really helpful can't wait to try it.
@nightmaresglitchgacha5171 2 жыл бұрын
I love you videos and I love all your hard work
@arleycheyannedick6229 2 жыл бұрын
Episode 2 with the smug on Emily’s cheek lol loved this video!!!!
@msmith5617 2 жыл бұрын
I noticed that too! It almost looks like a bruise
@arleycheyannedick6229 2 жыл бұрын
@@msmith5617 I was thinking dirt from a exhibit from picking up the creatures but could be.
@msmith5617 2 жыл бұрын
It looks like dirt, but it was there in the last video, which had recording over week and it was visible in both the beginning and ending
@lemonshark4961 2 жыл бұрын
She had dental work done. It's on their Facebook page
@arleycheyannedick6229 2 жыл бұрын
@@lemonshark4961 ohhhh that makes sense
@JW-pi2pp 2 жыл бұрын
I have always loved photography and frogs. That first photo was amazing and I am excited to take something similar some day
@WarfelsMorphs 2 жыл бұрын
Great video!! I’ve been trying some stuff when taking photos of my hatchlings for sale and just photos in general of holdbacks and such for social media. This video really helps out thank you!
@hammysexoticanimals6598 2 жыл бұрын
Love it! That frog is so cute by the way! Keep up the good work!
@Avocetexotics 2 жыл бұрын
I love doing photoshoots with my reptiles. It combines two of my favorite things, my animals and photography!
@weplaytowin 2 жыл бұрын
Please do a Part 2! This video was super helpful!!
@AC-xr4nj 2 жыл бұрын
Love this so part 2 please 😍
@vampyrevenom 2 жыл бұрын
definitely need more videos, a lot of the tips are transferable as well
@yumyumthewarrior 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome tips! I've been doing portrait photography for years, but when I started breeding ball pythons, trying to get good photos of wiggly babies (and adults) was a whole different beast. I'd like to EMPHATICALLY second that it helps to have a second person to help with wrangling! In any given session I take anywhere between 15-50 photos of an individual animal. I normally get 2-3 that I like, and sometimes I have to scrap all of them and do the shoot over again.
@Dovietail 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent topic.
@tobsta05 2 жыл бұрын
I’m going to a reptile show thing today and i’m so excited! maybe i’ll use these tips today when i take pictures of them :)
@RedVultureMedia 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! I needed this! I'm a photography student and this is one tip I needed!
@ameliawilliams7325 2 жыл бұрын
We all love your videos
@maymarzipan6697 2 жыл бұрын
Hes so nice and patient ! :)
@nicolecardinal5112 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I am reptile hobbyist and a photography hobbyist. After watching this, I was able to get some awesome shots of my knob tail geckos :)
@alexandrarobnett4665 2 жыл бұрын
This came at a perfect time (is it the system reading my mind again?) I was just thinking about photography of my snakes for a few projects and for my own photography itch. I had just ordered a light box and some pieces I knew I would need. But this helps to have more as a beginner in wildlife photography. Great video! You and Ryan helped me with some ideas of how to catch some pics of the wily snakes I have. Thank you!
@impressed_by_design_nails5273 2 жыл бұрын
I loved this video...a lot of good tips for noobs like me who have no idea about composition and angles or anything really. I would love a part 2 to this, useful info for photography in general honestly!!! Love this!!!!
@naturenut7695 2 жыл бұрын
Great video!!
@ellen-barbarajarvis6353 2 жыл бұрын
looking forward to another photography video please!
@EberhardtTheReindeer 2 жыл бұрын
Please give us a part 2!!✨
@TurkeyPeoples 2 жыл бұрын
O.o the mysterious Pixie Frog,Hypno Very Chonky!
@loispadgett6306 2 жыл бұрын
Yes please more on taking photos. GOD BLESS.❤❤❤❤❤❤
@wingsoffiergirl1279 2 жыл бұрын
Always wondered how to take pictures of animals like that. Thank you
@shawnszirbik4717 2 жыл бұрын
Would love to see more
@ryanboire1298 2 жыл бұрын
My first video, I ever watched as my daily routine for your videos.
@apss5736 2 жыл бұрын
These tips are extremely helpful
@chloeandsarahshelley7615 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video might try!
@aaryanchavan2669 2 жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome
@accademiadeiserpenti 2 жыл бұрын
I loved this video also has that grey and orange snake grown so much I remember when you First got it it was so small
@paytonklooster861 2 жыл бұрын
IDEA TIME!!!! I think a milk frog care video would be cool!
@maryj1989 2 жыл бұрын
Omg the photos are sooooo cute
@piratewolf9805 2 жыл бұрын
Funny that I saw this video come by right after I did my shoot with many reptiles of my regular clients 😂😂😂 I'm a professional animal photographer, it's the best job ever!!
@sophiasspot9446 2 жыл бұрын
I'd love a part 2! :)
@sunlily12 2 жыл бұрын
Tysm for this video
@Artandthings 2 жыл бұрын
I love all of these animals this channel is to he reason I got all of my reptiles
@Sgublaka94 2 жыл бұрын
Ryan was so nice!
@reneedowns3031 2 жыл бұрын
Love your vids
@lorrainemunoa791 2 жыл бұрын
This is great advice! I shoot pics of my dog by putting the backdrop/seamless on the ground and an extra light in the kitchen where she's happy, not where I usually shoot, and by holding treats at the ready, with a very fast shutter speed and a lot of shots. A repeat mode where the camera snaps a bunch of images rapidly in one second is very useful. An animal moving might look great in ONE frame of a series of shots. (Want cheap but fancy looking backdrops more complex than paper? Wall "tapestries" printed with cool designs or landscapes can be bought cheaply these days from redbubble or similar places.)
@Dauring92 2 жыл бұрын
More of this please! :D I've been taking photos for years (purely hobby photography), and I've just started thinking of taking it up again after a long involuntarily break, and as reptiles have found their way into my life in the meantime, I of course wanna take some photos of our snakes, so this is just brilliant! :D Funny enough, I've actually been thinking of the same setup as Ryan showed, with the black background and reflective surface, only, I didn't think of using acrylic, so thanks Ryan! You just saved me a lot of trouble and money, my plan was to buy glass, lol. xD And that's one of the reasons I would love more of this, you can always learn something new, or, pick up a new hack, haha! :P
@Rjdahlen 2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@brotherandsisterdominguez7013 2 жыл бұрын
hmmm good i love your vids!
@kaleagiesler3687 2 жыл бұрын
I loved it
@Nadia-rz9dk 2 жыл бұрын
Yall amazing
@heathermorgan8817 2 жыл бұрын
This was so cool. It rally makes me rethink how I take pucture of my pets.
@faithfulee 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Emily and Ed, I love snakes and when I told my mum about you guys, a year later she got me a corn snake!! I love you guys so much. Keep making videos. (Btw, the snake that's my profile pic is my own cornsnake, Amber)
@loganfelley1556 2 жыл бұрын
I love your video’s 🥰
@kiki-drawer2669 2 жыл бұрын
This is great! I want a picture of each of my toads on the front of their tank so guests can identify them better when they look at my pets! This will help tons!
@raquelgunter5813 2 жыл бұрын
Love you vids
@FunDaysHappyDays 2 жыл бұрын
LOVE THE CHANNEL
@sherrybrzeczka7966 2 жыл бұрын
Really interesting!
@ChantalsCritters 2 жыл бұрын
Great video guys
@epicwolf3 2 жыл бұрын
This is something I've needed to get better at :)
@tiarashah3895 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome 😎
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