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Tips on taking great smartphone photos of your dog

Creating an AI dog portrait is an exciting way to celebrate your furry friend's unique personality and characteristics. To train an accurate and engaging AI portrait, you'll need a collection of high-quality, well-composed images of your dog. Here are some tips for capturing the best possible photos for your AI dog portrait using a smartphone camera.

  1. Utilise the Right Smartphone

    • Opt for a smartphone with a high-resolution camera (at least 12 megapixels) for the best image quality.
    • Most smartphones bought within the last 3 years are good enough.

  2. Find the Perfect Lighting

    • Natural Light: Utilise natural light wherever possible. Overcast days can provide soft, even lighting, while direct sunlight can create harsh shadows that may confuse the AI.
    • Avoid Flash: Try to avoid using flash, as it can create red-eye and wash out your dog's natural colours.
    • Artificial Light: If you must use artificial light then use softboxes or umbrellas to diffuse the light and reduce harsh shadows. But you can do quite well without them.

  3. Get on Your Dog's Level

    • Capture images at your dog's eye level to create a more intimate and engaging perspective.
    • Laying on the ground can help achieve this perspective.

  4. Capture a Variety of Poses and Expressions

    • Take photos of your dog in various angles, both sitting and standing, to provide the AI model with a range of positions.
    • Capture different expressions, such as happy, curious, and relaxed, to train the AI to recognise and replicate your dog's unique personality.

  5. Crop Tight and Fill the Frame

    • Frame your dog tightly within the image, focusing on their face and body.
    • This approach will help the AI model learn to recognise and replicate your dog's unique features.

  6. Post-Processing

    • If you want to post-process the images aim for contrast and sharpness above all. The AI prefers sharp images.
    • Ensure that the final images are in focus, well-lit, and free from distractions.

By following these tips, you'll be well on your way to capturing a collection of high-quality, engaging images of your dog for AI dog portrait training using your smartphone camera. With patience, practice, and a bit of creativity, you'll create a unique and personalised AI dog portrait that truly captures your furry friend's essence. Happy photographing!

Author: John Chukwuma from AI Fitted. (We create AI Dog Portraits)