Starting a Pet Photography Business

[cgratti]

Nothing major, just to grab some extra cash to help fund my hobby. Maybe it can grow into something more, who knows. The area I live in has NO pet photographers.
I have a few questions.

1. Cheapest place to get backdrops? Size needed? I am thinking 10'X10' should be fine.
2. Pricing? Sitting fee, # of pets, ect....

Any other points would be appreciated.

Sorry if this has been beaten into the ground here already....

[Steve Shulenski]

Nothing major, just to grab some extra cash to help fund my hobby. Maybe it can grow into something more, who knows. The area I live in has NO pet photographers.
I have a few questions.

1. Cheapest place to get backdrops? Size needed? I am thinking 10'X10' should be fine.
2. Pricing? Sitting fee, # of pets, ect....

Any other points would be appreciated.

Sorry if this has been beaten into the ground here already....

I started my pet photography career in Wilkes-Barre, PA back in 89. Have since moved to Australia where I still photograph people and pets for a living so I think I can help answer your questions. Best place to get backgrounds... It's simple to make your own or try ebay. Pricing... $159 for a 20 minute session of 24 to 36 4X6 inch proofs and copyrights.

Cheers,
Steve Shulenski