About this episode

Ian Boichat discusses dog photography and the intricacies of running a sustainable photography business.

Step inside Origin Studios with award-winning photographer Ian Boichat for a candid conversation about dog photography, creative studio work and building a sustainable photography business. Ian reveals how he developed his distinctive painterly and colourful pet portraits, why patience matters more than speed, and how he reads canine behaviour to capture genuine character. We explore practical studio photography techniques, from preparing the lighting before a dog enters the set to photographing black fur, energetic puppies and multiple dogs together. This episode also goes beyond camera gear. Ian explains why the client experience is part of the finished artwork, how a purpose-built photography studio became a competitive advantage, and what changes when a personal pet portrait becomes a commercial photography campaign. He also shares honest advice about pricing, editing, marketing and the realities of working as a professional photographer. Alongside the interview, a studio tour takes you behind the scenes of the sets, modifiers, props and spaces that make Origin Studios a flexible environment for photography and videography. If you enjoy thoughtful photography advice, portrait…

People in this episode

Host: Kersten Luts

Guest: Ian Boichat

Topics covered

• dog photography
• studio work
• photography business
• canine behaviour
• lighting techniques
• client experience

Keywords

• dog photography
• studio techniques
• pet portraits
• photography business
• lighting
• canine behaviour
• editing
• marketing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Origin Studios

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