MASTERCLASS: THE STUDIO PET BLUEPRINT – FROM SETUP TO SALES

Elevate your studio game and transform pet portraits into a highly profitable and streamlined service. Join Alex Cearns OAM of Houndstooth Studio for a deep-dive into her signature studio workflow – the exact system perfected over 17 years to produce consistent, high-impact results. This exclusive session will cover the entire process, starting with the critical pre-session setup and lighting needed for character filled portraits. Alex will walk you through the essential pet arrival procedure and client intake, demonstrating expert techniques for calm, safe, and effective posing and pet behaviour management. Learn professional strategies for client communication during the appointment to build trust and capture those authentic moments, concluding with Alex’s proven methods for image selection and output that drive high sales. Stop guessing in the studio and start mastering the entire client (human and pet!) experience. You’ll leave with a complete, actionable blueprint for studio pet photography success. WHEN: Sunday 9th August 2026 TIME: 9am – 12pm WHERE: Venue to be confirmed. Masterclass participants will be notified of the venue in due course. This will be held in Central Christchurch. PRICE: $395.00 for conference ticket holders, $749 for general admission.