Brett Chisholm Photography: An Amazing Photographer and Animal Lover

Houston-based photographer (and animal lover) Brett Chisholm has an impeccable reputation as a commercial photographer, but he also does a brilliant job as a pet photographer. Euri, the Houston Dogs Examiner's English Cocker Spaniel, had the chance to receive the star treatment with a photo session by Chisholm. And even though this was Euri's first professional shoot, Chisholm made Euri feel extremely comfortable.

In fact, meeting clients beforehand is one of Chisholm's secrets to success. "I think taking that extra step makes all the difference in the world. Pets and people are both more comfortable in front of my lens, and that is of the utmost importance when taking a photo." Chisholm believes it is essential to not only meet with the owner prior to the shoot, but the pet as well so they can form a bond.

According to Chisholm, the best success with pets is actually at their own home if they are not used to traveling or spending time out of their home.

Chisholm is also a life-long animal lover and even serves on the honorary council for SNAP (Spay and Neuter Assistance Program). "When I moved to my current studio, I wanted to do a Grand Opening party. I chose to support SNAP because they are very close to my heart and every bit of support SNAP receives - large or small - goes directly to helping them end the animal overpopulation crisis in Houston."

Thanks to Chisholm, the "Snapshots" event raised just under $6,000. Since 2006 Chisholm has worked hard to grow that event to be SNAP's largest event of the year where more than $50,000 is raised. And if that wasn't enough, Chisholm also donates the photography for all of SNAP's capital campaigns and press material.

Chisholm is also working with HAPI (Homeless and Orphaned Pet Endeavor) and Friends of BARC (the Bureau for Animal Control and Regulation) to photograph their foster animals. This is a great way to capture the true personalities of the animals available for adoption and help raise awareness to prospective families.

Pet Photos

If you are looking to add your family pet to a family portrait, there is no additional charge. If however, you want your pet to be the main star, Chisholm prefers to spend a few hours with pets so a bond can be created before he captures their essence. Chisholm brings his own equipment to the house so you don't have to worry about your dog getting stressed in a studio.

Appointments

Chisholm can usually accommodate clients within seven to 10 days if they are flexible; however, if flexibility is not an option, plan on a minimum of two weeks during the week, and four to six weeks during the weekend.

Commercial Clients

Brett Chisholm's work has appeared in print publications like Real Simple, USA Today, and People Magazine; and some of his clients include Hewlett Packard, Clear Channel, Coca-Cola, CHI, Hotel Icon, Mercedes-Benz, and Elaine Turner.

Cost

Chisholm is running a spring 2010 pet photography special from April through June. The cost is just $250 and 20% will go to benefit SNAP. The pet photo shoot includes one hour in the studio, 25 final images and full printing rights - that's a savings of $350. This special is available four days each month. For April the dates are:

-Sunday, April 11th
-Saturday, April 17th
-Wednesday, April 21st
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Tuesday, April 27th
* There is a waiting list forming for May and June so sign up now to take advantage of this amazing special.

The price for the full kit-and-caboodle which includes a three-hour photo session, a master disc with several hundred images (all that were taken the day of the shoot), one 8x10, and the rights to print the images for private home use is $750.

Promotions

Sign up for the Brett Chisholm Photography newsletter and you will be notified of the special promotions Chisholm runs. There is usually a summer and holiday promotion; and every holiday, Chisholm offers gift certificates for up to 50% off the published rates.

Frames

Fortunately for Chisholm's clients, he has a plethora of product options including albums, books, canvas gallery wraps and gorgeous metallic prints. If a client wants an image framed, Chisholm belongs to an exclusive designer-only warehouse that does gallery quality archival framing at a savings that Chisholm passes onto the client directly.

Studio

Chisholm has had his own studio in Houston, TX for six years and shows no signs of slowing down. His studio is located at 1304 Malone St, Houston, TX, 77007 (at Washington and TC Jester, just behind El Tiempo Mexican restaurant).

To learn more about Brett Chisholm Photography, visit http://www.brettchisholm.com or read the blog at http://houstonphotographyblog.com which provides details about the spring 2010 pet photography special.