do you enjoy the unconditional love of a dog?

THEN PLEASE HELP US RAISE $10,000 FOR ANIMAL RESCUE!

REGISTER YOUR PUP!

IN THE PAST 3 YEARS WE PHOTOGRAPHED OVER 300 DOGS AND RAISED $6000 FOR ANIMAL RESCUE

And we are ready to do it again!  Are you ready to join us?

Our first two books showcased dogs around the beautiful SF Bay Area. This year we want to fill a book with fantastic images of you are you furry best friend along with the story of just how much they mean to you.

The Furry Details:

  • $100 participation fee (regular session value is $600)
  • 45-minute private photo shoot in our Pt Richmond studio
  • up to 2 dogs from the same household
  • appointments available Wednesday thru Sunday
  • $200 gift voucher toward cherished modern art of your furry best friend
  • 10% of the sales proceeds will go directly to Milo Foundation
  • Bragging rights when you and your dog are featured in our next book!
  • Total Value - PRICELESS
  • We are only looking for 20 dogs and their families, so when all those spots are taken we will not take anymore entries.

You can use the REGISTER YOUR PUP button at the top of the page and we will send you out an email with all the details or you can grab your spot right now by booking directly on our site using the button below.

BOOK YOUR PHOTOSHOOT HERE

“The moment I saw Little Bear I felt an instant connection. He has taught me how to keep moving forward and is the best thing to ever happen to me.”

Testimonials

“Cyndi did such an amazing job throughout the whole experience. She made us feel comfortable and the photos came out amazing. We will cherish these photos of our furbaby forever."

lindsey v

“I can't thank Cyndi enough.  The images of Cooper are beautiful and I can't stop looking at them."

kristen n

"Cyndi’s photography is amazing! She captured incredibly beautiful images of my dog that really show his personality. She is also a wonderful person to work with! I highly recommend participating in this!"

Kerry B

Your Dog is Waiting to be a Star!

SKIP TO THE HEAD OF LINE 

You can use the REGISTER YOUR PUP button at the top of the page and we will send you out an email with all the details or you can grab your spot right now by booking directly on our site using the button below.

BOOK YOUR PHOTOSHOOT TODAY

FAQ's

WHAT DOGS ARE ELIGIBLE?

If your dog lives, works or plays in the San Francisco East Bay Area, they are able to register for the project.

WHAT DOES THE PARTICIPATION FEE COVER? 

$50 from every photoshoot goes to the Milo Foundation and the rest covers a teeny tiny portion of the costs involved in doing the photo sessions. All those who participate will receive a COMPLIMENTARY photo session by award-winning portrait artist, Cyndi Kuiper, of Chickpea Photography located in charming and historic Point Richmond (total value $600). Participants also receive a $200 GIFT CERTIFICATE to apply towards their portrait purchase.  Images and the book are not included in the participation fee.

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?

Chickpea Photography is located at 125 Park Place, Suite 122 in Point Richmond, CA. Point Richmond is a hidden gem in the East Bay with wonderful restaurants, parks and beach access sitting right at the foot of the San Rafael/Richmond bridge.

WHEN CAN I BOOK A PHOTOSHOOT?

Within the next 8 to 12 weeks, dependent on availability.  We shoot in the studio from Wednesday thru Sunday.

WHAT WILL THE BOOK COST?

We are still working out those details , but it is likely to be around $100 depending on final size and options.

WHEN CAN I SEE THE PHOTOS?

Your cinematic viewing will take place during a zoom meeting one week after your photoshoot.  At that time you can apply your voucher toward you purchase of prints, wall art or digital files.  

HOW MUCH DO PRINTS COST?

Product prices start at $495, and collections start at $750. All participants have a $200 voucher to apply toward their image purchase.

HOW CAN I GET A COPY OF THE BOOK?

The books will be sold on our website and we expect them to be ready fall 2023. Stayed tuned for more details as they become available.

HOW DO I BOOK MY SESSION DATE AND TIME?

Click the register my pup button, fill out the form and we will follow-up by email and text with all the booking details.

I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT TO WEAR, CAN YOU HELP?

Of course! When you book your portrait session, you will receive a list of suggestions and other ideas to help you prepare.

HOW LONG DOES THE SHOOT TAKE?
A standard session takes approximately 45 minutes, depending on number of people in the family, ages of the children and number of dogs. We build in extra time for you to change when you arrive and all of our clients are welcome to do one outfit change per session in case you would like more than one look for your portraits. We have a dedicated changing room for you to use.

WHERE CAN I SEE MORE OF YOUR WORK?

Chickpea Photography is boutique portrait studio specializing in modern, fun portraits of pets, kids and the families that love them. Both in our East Bay studio and at various locations all over the Greater San Francisco Bay Area since 2009. Cyndi Kuiper is a Bay Area native and life long dog lover that believes anything worth doing is worth having fun doing. :)

Please feel free to check us out on our website at www.chickpeaphoto.com

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