"I keep rewatching this and the other Beyond the lens curses whenever I have time as I discover new nuggets of information every time."
~Diane
You step out of the car and look around. A brick wall. A sidewalk. A random doorway. Your heart sinks.
"This is it? This is what I have to work with? "
You snap a few shots against the wall, maybe one by the door... and then you're stuck. You've run out of ideas 10 minutes into the session. The rest of the shoot feels like you're just repeating the same setups over and over, hoping something magical happens.
If you're like most pet photographers, you look at "everyday" locations and struggle to see what's actually possible.
You may even watch other photographers create stunning, varied galleries in the most ordinary places and think "How did they DO that? What am I missing?"
Those photographers aren't finding better locations than you.
They've just trained their eyes to see differently.
And that's exactly what Behind the Lens is going to teach you - how to look at any urban location and instantly spot dozens of opportunities for variety, depth, and professional-level images.
Train your eye to spot dozens of photo opportunities, even in ordinary everyday locations.
Discover how to build multiple setups from the same spot so your galleries never look repetitive.
Guide your clients naturally through the session so they feel at ease and you look like the expert.
How can this course help you at your next session?
this course!"
Nicole has a great way of explaining things so that they make sense, and even long after watching the course I can remember and apply what I learned in my own work. I was surprised as how much variety we can get in an urban scene, and the course really helped me see the possibilities wherever I have a session at a new location.
~Kelly
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Behind the scenes-urban adventure was a very fun course to watch and very informative. I am not an urban person at all, and the use of urban architecture in dog photography made me excited to try something different in my own photography. The course shows the use of rock walls, doorways and much more. Very much worth a look.
~Jodi
Here's what changed everything: I stopped looking for perfect locations and started training my eye to see what was already there.
This course walks you through a real session using everyday elements - door frames, sidewalks, walls, plants - the stuff available everywhere. By the end, you'll see locations completely differently.
Scanning the area and instantly spotting a dozen photo opportunities
Moving through the session effortlessly because you know exactly what to do next
Creating a gallery full of variety from the a "normal" everyday location
Feeling confident that you can transform any location into stunning images
Delivering images that look professional and polished, no matter where you're shooting
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It's all waiting for your in Behind the Lens for only $197 $27!
Who is Behind the Lens for?
Behind the Lens teaches you how to see photo opportunities in everyday locations - so it's perfect for:
Professional pet photographers wanting to create more variety in everyday locations
Aspiring photographers ready to level up their location scouting skills
Family, wedding, or human photographers wanting to learn pet photography techniques
Any photographer curious about how professionals approach a real shoot
Shelters volunteers who want to improve their photography so more dogs will be adopted
Hobbyist photographers wanting to take better photos of their own dogs
, then you are exactly who we love to help inside the Behind the Lens series.
I founded Hair of the Dog Academy because I saw photographers battling confidence and imposter syndrome. The fastest way through? Showing them exactly how I work and giving them the framework to replicate it. It has transformed my students.
When I'm not behind the camera, I'm probably traveling, spending way too much money on my horse habit, or perfecting my espresso martini recipe. I share my home with my husband, two teenagers, and Cami, a rescue dog from the islands.
Create stunning variety from everyday, ordinary locations.
How to get the best behavior out of your dog subject while keeping them comfortable.
Learn how to work through different locations and poses seamlessly
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We are pulling back the curtain to share EVERY SINGLE IMAGE captured during the session.
Final Edited Gallery - the client-ready final gallery
Unedited Versions - see how the final images looked straight out of camera
Every RAW Image - every single RAW file captured, the good, the bad, and the ugly
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ALSO INCLUDED ARE THESE 3 BONUSES!
Discover everything Nicole considers when working with natural light, from the different types of light you'll encounter on a session, to which ones make dogs and horses look their absolute best.
Action photography doesn't have to be hit or miss. Learn how to anticipate movement, position yourself strategically, and nail your timing so you consistently capture those dynamic, energetic shots.
Understand canine body language like a pro. Learn to recognize stress, aggression, and engagement so you can keep dogs comfortable during shoots while capturing their authentic selves. This is the difference between good shots and great ones.
LET'S RECAP...
Here's Everything You're Getting Today!
Complete shooting videos breaking down an entire session from start to finish
Full galleries to review - edited, straight-out-of-camera, and every RAW file
BONUS: What's in Nicole's Bag - the gear, treats, and essentials that make every session run smoothly
BONUS: The Art of Action - master timing, positioning, and technique to consistently nail canine action shots
BONUS: Decoding Dog Behavior - understand what your dog subject is telling you so you can keep them comfortable and engaged
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I took it right before I had two sessions in our local downtown core. It gave me a ton of great ideas of where and when to shoot and some great posing ideas as well. It made those two sessions so much less stressful and we even had a lot of fun as well!
~Jennifer
I really enjoyed this course because it helped me consider different environments to photograph in. I often feel like I need to find the perfect spot in a beautiful park setting but it is possible to get amazing images in urban areas too!
~Kelli
How can we help you decide if Behind the Lens is right for you?
- Is this right for my skill level?Beginner and intermediate pet photographers get to see exactly how a pro reads a location and makes decisions in real time, which is the kind of thinking you can't pick up from tutorials on settings alone. Experienced photographers get fresh perspective on how someone else approaches the same challenges, and that almost always sparks ideas you'll use on your next shoot. Watching another professional work through a session is valuable at every stage.
- Do I get instant access?Yep. The second your payment goes through, you'll get an email with your login info and you can dive in. Watch it tonight, this weekend, whenever works for you.
- How long do I have access for?Forever. Once you buy Behind the Lens, it's yours to rewatch as many times as you want. No expiration, no sneaky subscription.
- What photography gear is required for this course?A DSLR or mirrorless camera you can shoot in manual mode with, and a lens you like. That's it. No flashes, no fancy modifiers, no studio setup. The whole point of this episode is showing what's possible with minimal gear in a regular urban location.
- Is this a subscription? Will I get charged again?Nope. One-time payment at $27. You get behind the lens forever, no recurring charges, no surprise renewals.
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Imagine if walking into your next session...
- With a critical eye for location scouting.
- Finding gorgeous light in plain surroundings.
- Reading your dog subject with confidence.
- Directing clients while capturing authentic action.
- Creating maximum variety in every session.
- Transforming overlooked locations into stunning backdrops.
- Understanding canine body language instinctively.
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