A renowned photographer with a 1.2‑million‑strong Instagram following shares his proven strategies for turning ordinary dog shots into memorable portraits.
By Jeanette D. Moses | Published Oct 13, 2015 7:36 PM EDT
We all know dogs bring joy into our lives, and they’re also natural models for photography. Elias Weiss Friedman—known online as The Dogist—has been photographing canines across New York City for the past two years. His work has earned him over 1.2 million followers and is soon to be showcased in his forthcoming book, The Dogist: Photographic Encounters with 1,000 Dogs.
In a recent video first shared with Time’s Lightbox, Friedman offers ten essential tips that will help photographers—both amateur and seasoned—capture the essence of their furry subjects.
