Margaret Bryant makes creating captivating dog portraits look easy--but anyone who has aspired to take portraits of a four-legged friend knows it is no simple task. In fact, creating memorable dog portraits requires more than a good camera and a squeaky toy. Dogs need to feel comfortable before they reveal their personalities. To get them comfortable, a photographer must recognize when a dog is stressed or relaxed.

In this book, Bryant teaches photographers how to recognize dog behaviors and body language and provides tips to help them "talk" to the dog and set the stage for great portraiture. Next, Bryant provides sure-fire tips for getting the dog's attention and desired reactions/behaviors, creating poses for solo dogs and groups, styling the session, working with dog wranglers, and more. This second edition features a selection of new photos and updated techniques