Animal Photography Techniques and Concepts

Joel Sartore shares insights on photographing animals, highlighting the cooperation of subjects and challenges with backgrounds, especially with hooved animals. He explains the use of Photoshop to create clear portraits by eliminating distractions, aiming for pure black or white backgrounds to focus viewers' attention.

What is a common trait of most animals Joel Sartore photographs?

• They are endangered.

• They are nocturnal.

• They pose well.

• They are aggressive.

Why can't cloth be used under the feet of most hooved animals?

• It causes allergies.

• It can cause them to slip.

• It is too expensive.

• It makes them aggressive.

What is the main purpose of using Photoshop in animal photography according to Joel Sartore?

• To add more animals to the photo.

• To change the color of the animal.

• To create a clear portrait with a distraction-free background.

• To make the animal look larger.

What kind of background does Joel Sartore aim for in his animal portraits?

• A blurred background.

• A pure black or white background.

• A natural habitat background.

• A colorful background.

What is the ultimate goal of eliminating distractions in animal portraits?

• To make the animal look more realistic.

• To focus the viewer's attention on the animal.

• To make the photo more colorful.

• To increase the photo's value.