Animal Photography with Ruth Marcus II

In this second film installment, animal photographer specialist Ruth Marcus demonstrates the best techniques and unique approach to shooting animals.

In the first film installment Marcus shared many of her favorite tricks and techniques, as well as her favorite camera systems she likes to work with. This time, she focuses more on the emotional and personal aspects involved in her work. Marcus believes that photography in general is more about what a photographer has to say, highlighting the importance of a personal perspective-- what a photographer thinks, feels and observes when photographing.

Technically, Marcus takes pride in perfecting her images, something she does with ease and so well. Her photos are noble and vivid, always telling an insightful story of the subtle movement so critical in animal photography.

Marcus never allows herself to take a boring picture, rather she'll walk around the animal, positioning herself in different, almost unconventional perspectives to get an authentic shot that conveys her individual impression of the scene.

Once again it is amusing, although educating, to see Marcus playing her harmonica to urge dogs to howl. Albeit, it goes without saying that the simplest approach to shooting animals is probably the best as Marcus demonstrates during the film, feeding treats to her four-legged models.

For most photographers taking photos of animals can be quite a challenge, but with Marcus's easy to follow specialized techniques, existing animal photographers and amateurs alike will benefit from her animal-friendly approach that certainly will help photographers capture the best possible results.