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Blog from Sandra Ferguson Photography

I am certainly not a writer. If you have met me in person, you know I am as southern as you can get. My pronunciation and grammar may not be correct. But, I am passionate about two things. Photography and Animals. I have specialized in Pet Photography now for about 20 years. I am a professional photographer in Memphis, TN. I am a Dog Photographer, Cat Photographer, Horse Photographer, Bird Photographer. If it is an animal, I will photograph it! So from time to time, I thought I would share some of my tips on pet photography. I hope some of my blog post will catch your attention and maybe help with some pet photography of your own. Enjoy!!

Sandra Ferguson Photography

Jul 6, 2021
2 min

GIANT MODEL CALL !!!!

Model Call – Please read before responding!! We are working on a project {{ on location }} in the Memphis Area. (location & time will be disclosed later) We need the following models: (pictured Nigel - Wolfhound Mix) ***Giant Schnauzer – adult, full grown, purebred ** very important to get this breed!** **Great Pyrenees - adult, full grown, purebred **Great Dane – adult, full grown, preference to Mantle Great Dane **Irish Wolfhound – adult, full grown, purebred **Afghan Hound

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Pet Friendly Businesses - Memphis Tennessee

Sandra Ferguson Photography

Mar 29, 2021
2 min

Pet Friendly Businesses - Memphis Tennessee

This is the fanciest birthday cake my Ziggy dog has ever had !!!! Well he deserves it. As you can see .... he turned ELEVEN YEARS OLD... yes * 11 * ! He is my baby doodle dog and always will be. But I wanted to share some photos and give a shout out to Woof Gang Bakery in Cordova, TN. Our groomer has been at Woof Gang and Ziggy has been going to her most of his life! But Woof Gang is not just the spa. The owner makes the fabulous cakes! I have bought other cookies, cupc

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Sandra Ferguson Photography

Mar 23, 2021
1 min

Its time to address... copyright and usage rights. I have some clients who prefer I not post their images on Facebook and Instagram. I respect and honor their wishes! But .... a big but !! I still own copyright and usage rights for every single photograph I create! It is on the metadata of my cameras, I watermark images or with ©Copyright symbol. Every single image I create, I maintain the copyright and/or usage rights of each photo. Unless you have purchased the un-water

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Things to Ask Your Pet Photographer, #10

Sandra Ferguson Photography

Feb 20, 2021
2 min

Things to Ask Your Pet Photographer, #10

How do sessions go and timeframe of prints? Good question !!! 1. First decide you want a session. In studio or on location. 2 We work out a date (usually done through email or text) 3. I work off a retainer fee that is paid in full within 48 hours of picking the date. 4. Retainer fee is NON-refundable. (session cannot be cancelled however we can reschedule) 5. Your date is NOT confirmed until retainer fee and contract are returned to the studio. 6. I prepare a contra

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Sandra Ferguson Photography

Feb 17, 2021
1 min

Things to Ask Your Pet Photographer, #9

Do you sell digitals????? This is a biggy!! Know this on the front end. Every one has a camera (on phones) or they have purchased a DSLR. You can take all the digital photos you want and good ones!!! All those digitals you share on Facebook & Instagram are great!! You do not need to hire pet photographer for digital images. But... digital images get lost on those phones over time, or you have so many you cant find the photo or your computer crashes and you lose it all !!!

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Sandra Ferguson Photography

Feb 14, 2021
1 min

Things to Ask Your Pet Photographer, #8

Do you photograph at DOG PARKS ???? Portrait Sessions - NO Dogs active - playing and running in water - YES For portrait sessions I use strobe lights even on location! I cannot have expensive photography equipment out in an off leash area. Dogs run loose, run up to you, run to me, pet parents run after their dogs .... and its way too much liability. Its an accident waiting to happen for those lights to get knocked over. There are many locations to have portraits taken outd

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Sandra Ferguson Photography

Feb 12, 2021
1 min

Things to Ask Your Pet Photographer, #7

Do you have props, ties or clothes? Yes ... Ask this question ! You may see dogs in collars or dresses - those may be provided by a Pet Parent. For my sessions, I have several "repeat" (lifetime) clients! They have invested in wardrobes for their pets. But, I have invested quite a bit over time.... I have many ties, bandana's, hats, jewelry, dresses, coats, sweaters, flower crowns. The only problem is I have sooooo much... It can be overwhelming what to pick from. Even re

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Sandra Ferguson Photography

Feb 10, 2021
2 min

Things to Ask Your Pet Photographer, #6

Do you have a Dog Friendly Studio? My studio has slowly evolved over the years. I use to go to client homes and set up/take down. It is much better in my studio garage ! I have many props, furniture, backdrops and photography equipment. (Plus.... I am just getting to old to lug all that around!) I have 4 dogs. I would NEVER ask you to have your dogs photo taken anywhere I would not take my own dogs. My dogs LOVE going to studio... they know... "momma gonna take our pict

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Sandra Ferguson Photography

Feb 8, 2021
1 min

Things to Ask Your Pet Photographer, #5

What is your style of photography? Okay this is simple... you can look at Websites, Instagram & Facebook and see a persons style. I spent YEARS trying to get good clear crisp photos of animals. There are many natural light photographers who do the faded blurry dreamy photos. They are beautiful! But its not my style. Yes I do in studio shots and on location shots. But I shoot with strobes and I want everything.... especially the pet to be sharp and clear. Faded blurry dr

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Sandra Ferguson Photography

Feb 4, 2021
1 min

Things to Ask your Pet Photographer, #3

So you have found a Pet Photographer.... yeahhhh!!! There are a few of us around ! I have specialized in Pet Photography over 15 years. Ask your Pet Photographer how they handle unique situations. There are fun loving happy dogs that don't want to sit. There are fearful dogs in new situations. There are some breeds that just aren't friendly to strangers but if they get to know someone its okay. Or what if you cannot take your pup anywhere without a muzzle. Your special

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Blog from Sandra Ferguson Photography

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Email: info@SandraFergusonPhotography.com

Serving Shelby, Tipton & Fayette Counties

Studio Sessions - Cordova, Tennessee