FOCUSING ON CONTRAST
When working with a light-colored dog, it’s particularly important to diminish the level of detail in the background. Light-colored dogs don’t have much contrast in their hair, so the background elements easily can attract the eye. Keep any intricate elements lighter in value and refrain from adding fine details, such as veins in leaves. This will keep the viewer’s focus on the dog.
Emphasizing the Subject As is, the photograph has too much detail. I decide to take the background “out of focus” by blurring, lightening the overall values but maintaining enough contrast with the dog’s coat. This emphasizes the sleek shape and ...
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