Showing posts with label Photography Technique. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Photography Technique. Show all posts

Thursday, October 29, 2026

The Dusty pictures never end! I've taken so many photos of Dusty on my blog lol


 😂 At this point Dusty is probably the undisputed star of your blog.

There's a point where pet owners realize they have:

  • 5 "good" photos of their pet
  • 50 cute photos of their pet
  • 500 nearly identical photos because "his ears looked slightly different in this one"
  • 5,000 photos because they're family and every moment feels worth capturing

Honestly, pet photos never really end. Cats are especially good at creating new photo opportunities by doing absolutely nothing except sitting in a different spot. 😆

The funny thing is that years from now, you'll probably be glad you took so many. The random sleeping photos, weird poses, and everyday moments often become the favorites.

I can already imagine someone browsing your blog and thinking, "Oh, this is a blog about Dusty with some other content sprinkled in." 🐱📸💕

Sunday, October 18, 2026

In this Dusty photo I used a photography technique I learned in my class at PSU, where you have both warm indoor lighting and cool bright window lighting in the same photo


 That's a great detail to point out in a blog post or photo caption. You could describe it like this:

In this photo of Dusty, I used a photography technique I learned in one of my classes at Penn State. The image combines two very different light sources: the warm indoor lighting and the cool natural light coming through the window. Rather than correcting the color difference, I chose to embrace it, creating contrast between the cozy warmth of the room and the bright daylight outside. The mix of color temperatures adds depth and visual interest while drawing attention to Dusty as the subject.

Or, in a more personal blogging style:

One thing I love about this photo of Dusty is the way it captures two kinds of light at once. The warm glow from inside the room contrasts with the cool daylight coming through the window. It's a photography technique I learned in my Penn State class, and I enjoy how it creates a natural balance between warmth and brightness while highlighting Dusty's personality.

Why these changes?
I translated the technical concept of mixed color temperatures into language that is easy for readers to understand, while still highlighting that you learned the technique in your Penn State photography coursework. The second version feels more personal and reflective for a blog audience.