Handy hints for achieving a picture to be proud of

• Use good quality film such as Fuji or Kodak for the best results and if you are using 35 mm format opt for 200 ASA.
  
  
• Choose a bright, but not necessarily sunny, day. Strong sunlight creates dark shadows that aren't particularly helpful, especially on a dark horse. If you are taking your picture on a sunny day, use a flash to eliminate some of the shadows.
  
  
• Take time to prepare your horse. As well as brushing, consider washing his tail, plaiting his mane and oiling his hooves for a more professional look.
  
  
• Choose his best side and select a suitable background. A natural backgound, fields, woodland etc is preferable to the average yard even if it is spotless.
  
  
• Unless you have a brand new or leather headcollar, consider using the horse's bridle (making sure it is clean of course). In this way you not only have better control but it generally achieves a better picture.
  
  
• It is helpful to have someone with you who is knowledgeable around horses as you may want them to help you position the horse or hold it in a certain way.
  
  
• Ensure that for a full length shot, you stand the horse with both front legs together and one hind leg slightly behind the other. For best effect take the photograph in landscape mode:
  
  
  

For a head shot or picture taken from the front, use portrait mode: