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Kate Rieger
Everyone seems to have a snapshot of their pet. For instance, look through your family album and I'm sure you will find at least one pet photo. Pets tend to become extended family members and are cherished by their owners. This is why today many are going the extra step by having their pet photographed by professionals. Why couldn't you start your own business & become the go-to pet photographer in your area? Don't forget to include some novel props to help the pet pose or to set the stage. This is especially beneficial around the holiday season. A prop can be something as easy as including the animal's favorite squeaky toy or some pet clothing such as booties, a bow, or even a cute outfit. For Thanksgiving you can use pumpkins, fall leaves, hay bales, etc. You can even ask the owner of the pet if they would like to be included in the shoot. You should always add photos to your portfolio to get your business started. Developing an online website is also a great idea to get your business off of the ground. Keep the website constantly updated. It's a good idea to correspond using links to your website photos or embedded in your email as the upcoming holiday's approach. When you are just starting, ask your friends if you could photograph their pets in certain situations just so you can build up that portfolio. Also give out free copies of the pet photographs and encourage folks to display them in their homes. Whether you're a novice or a professional you will need to charge fees for your work according to your skill set. Your rate will mostly depend on your equipment, skill level and how comfortable you are around animals. Every business, no matter how big or small will require money to get started. Quality and lighting is important to create the best pet photographs possible so don't skimp on your camera and speedlite. Spending more money in the beginning can help you save money for the long run. Invest some money in your choice of camera and flash as lighting techniques can really help show your skills as a professional digital photographer. Start your business with some basic equipment and then expand as you bring in more revenue. Work at acquiring additional equipment as funds allow. Take advantage and try to work with companies that can provide additional selling tools like a magnets, calendars, shirts and even key-rings or puzzles that include your photos of pets.
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