In the never-ending battle to stand out from other photographers in your niche, you may have tried many different tacks - whether in your editing style, your locations, or your business model. But have you ever considered that the thing that could push you to the top of your ideal client's list might already be living in their home? 

Over 66% of US families have a pet that they consider part of the family, and yet most family photographers don't specifically encourage pets in their sessions or feature pets in their marketing. 

Today I'm talking with Monica Adalsteinsson, an Arizona-based pet and family photographer who specializes in blending family photography with pet photography. Tune in to hear practical tips for starting to include pets in your photography, as well as inspiration for how to use that new skill to market yourself in a brand new way. 

Links:

• Visit Monica Adelsteinsson's website
• Learn how to photograph people and their pets
  • Use code "Annemie" for $50 off the Pup Plus Me Method course

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