Rufus | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels

No matter how many times I do it, I love using high-key lighting to showcase the beauty of dachshunds. High-key lighting in photography theory impacts the mood of the picture. High-key images are often considered happy and upbeat. When it comes to the big personality and unique body of the dachshund, I think the two are a very fitting pair. The intense use of contrast can bee seen throughout the book 102 Dachshunds.

Emily | January 2013. Photo by: Johnny Ortez-Tibbels