Filtered Photo Contest w/ catlover29

What can we use if we don't have a plain sheet, backdrop, or lamp?

Use a plain wall, a large pillowcase or bedsheet as the backdrop and a flashlight or phone torch near a bright window for lighting to follow the 'lay out a plain sheet or backdrop' and 'turn on the lamp or move to a bright window' steps.

My photos are coming out blurry or my pet keeps moving — what should I try?

If shots are blurry or your pet won't sit (steps 5–7), move closer to brighter light, use treats or a helper to hold the pet's attention, steady your arms or use burst mode so you get several clear options from one angle.

How can we adapt this activity for different ages?

For younger kids, have an adult help with lighting, positioning the pet, and the photo-editing app (steps 5, 9–11), while older kids can arrange props, choose angles, edit photos, and write the caption themselves before sharing on DIY.org.

How can we make our contest entry more creative or unique?

Personalize your entry by choosing a theme for your props, trying different filters and a small collage in the photo-editing app, and crafting a clever caption with an adult's approval before submitting to catlover29 on DIY.org.