Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Does it feel like winter is here?
It does to me! Can't say I have much motivation to take the dogs to the dog park today- oh well. That just means a bit more time to edit some more great pictures. Check back later today for a few new "Priceless Pet Portraits" proudly brought to you by: Pink Parrot Photo.
FYI: The cold weather reminds us that the holidays are approaching- Don't forget to book your holiday portrait sessions! Thinking custom photo greeting cards??? We got what you need- a great selection of our holiday cards ( Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Seasons Greetings, Happy Hanukkah ) Check them out here: http://www.chicagopetphotographer.com/services.aspx
*** Pet Portrait Sessions also make GREAT gifts for that hard to shop for pet lover in your life!
****Be sure to ASK about our NEW expanded selection of custom photo merchandise.
-Candace M. Zynda
Pet Photographer IN Chicago
FYI: The cold weather reminds us that the holidays are approaching- Don't forget to book your holiday portrait sessions! Thinking custom photo greeting cards??? We got what you need- a great selection of our holiday cards ( Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Seasons Greetings, Happy Hanukkah ) Check them out here: http://www.chicagopetphotographer.com/services.aspx
*** Pet Portrait Sessions also make GREAT gifts for that hard to shop for pet lover in your life!
****Be sure to ASK about our NEW expanded selection of custom photo merchandise.
-Candace M. Zynda
Pet Photographer IN Chicago
Monday, November 3, 2008
Preview Reese & Bear's Pet Portrait Session!
"Adorable, and with sooo much personality! Reese and Bear certainly showed their stuff during their pet photography session at our Naperville pet portrait studio. They were such a joy to work with, and the rest of the pictures are just as amazing as this one (if not more impressive!)" Chicago Pet Photographer- Candace Zynda.
Z-POP Art at Pink Parrot Photo
"Priceless Pet Portraits" At: Pink Parrot Photo Studio NOW offers custom Z-POP art! Why not have your favorite pet portrait turned into a one-of-a-kind work of art! Can be created matted and framed on fine-art paper OR turned into a ready to hang gallery wrapped canvas piece with a single picture, three, six, or nine frames! (These sessions are also available as gift certificates and make great gifts for that hard to shop for pet lover who just has everything!)
Preview Edison & PJ's Pet Photography Session!
"I absolutly fell in love with PJ and Edison when they walked in the door- so cute, so sweet! Although a little nervous about the session, they warmed up pretty quick to the camera, and the final product was adorable! I'm sure you can't wait to see the rest of the set, and I'll get them up in your private album within the next couple days!" Candace M. Zynda (Pink Parrot Photo- Chicago Pet Photographer)
Preview Indi's Pet Portrait Session
So well behaved and practically a natural during his pet portrait session in our Naperville Pet Photography Studio- Indi's pictures are turning out fantastic! Chicago Pet Photographer Crystal Tegen had a blast working with this incredibly cute yellow pup, and here's a little preview of his session.
Sun-Times article on Pet Photographer: Candace Zynda & Pink Parrot Photo
Candace Zynda
Pet photographer
October 27, 2008
Pet photographer
October 27, 2008
Ever since she shot her first picture with a disposable camera as a child, Candace Zynda wanted to become a professional photographer.
At the age of 25, she is living her dream. Six weeks ago, she opened the Pink Parrot Photo studio in Naperville, catering to a special clientele - animals.
A Naperville native, Zynda grew up in a household of pets, including a ring neck turtle dove, goldfish, hamsters, hermit crabs, parakeets and dogs. After graduating from Neuqua Valley High School in 2001, she took classes in photography and other subjects of interest at College of DuPage.
Candace Zynda, owner of Pink Parrot Photo in Naperville, photographs Mosley, an 11-month-old pit bull-mix that belongs to Steven and Amanda Riester of Joliet during a session Friday. Corey R. Minkanic / Special to The Sun
FYI
For more information about Pink Parrot Photo, visit www.pinkparrotphoto.com Top five
Favorite movie: "Citizen Kane"
Favorite TV show: "Family Guy"
Favorite restaurant: Lusha's Restaurant and Lounge
Favorite city : Boston
Favorite guilty pleasure: Shoes She made her living as a bartender at Miss Kitty's Saloon in Naperville and as an assistant for an international commodities trader. On the side she took photo portraits of friends. When she wanted a picture of herself with her two dogs and green wing macaw, she was unable to find a photographer who shot animal portraits. So she set up her tripod and did it herself. She used that picture for her Christmas card. The response from recipients was so enthusiastic she decided to open her own studio and specialize in animal portraits. She takes pictures of people, too.
A member of the Professional Photographers of America, the National Association of Press Photographers and the National Association of Women Business Owners, her other interests include cooking, music, art, bike riding and nature photography.
1. How long have you wanted to be a photographer? I think my entire life. ... I was probably about 10, no, maybe 13 years old. We were taking a vacation and I hung my head outside the truck as we pulled up the side of the road to look at a rattlesnake. My brother and my sister were hanging onto my legs, my parents are screaming with fright and I'm hanging out there with the camera. I'm getting a really great shot. I think that was the pivotal moment I knew that's what I was going to do.
2. What kinds of animals are brought to your studio to be photographed?
You'd be surprised at some of the animals that come in here. We get snakes, lizards, they'll come in with their gerbil, their rat. I've got a girl coming in next week with her pet tarantula.
3. You got your pets from rescue organizations. Why is that important to you? I donate 10 percent of my proceeds to animal welfare and rescue organizations. ... There are plenty of good animals out there that need homes, that came from good homes, some of them. Some of them came from good, some of them came from bad. Whatever the case, the foreclosure market, animals are ending up on the list to be euthanized. They need homes too, whether they came from good or bad families. I think people need to remember and think about the fact you don't know what you're getting from a pet store. You don't know what you're getting from a breeder. You don't know what you are getting from animal rescue. So why not give an animal a second chance that they might not have had?
4. What do you do to get an animal to pose?
It can be quite challenging. I try not to pose the animals as much as try to capture their personality and their expressions. If you try too hard to pose an animal, it looks posed. I give them 10 minutes to sniff around the studio area and calm down and relax and familiarize themselves with their surroundings. And then it's also important that the parents are interactive with them, bringing a couple of their favorite toys and treats with them. Then you really start capturing the expressions and the personality. That's really what's important. My job is to take the right angles and really try to capture that. The posing part looks too sterile.
5. What is your personal philosophy?
Live, love, laugh, learn, and live each day like it's your last because one day it will be.
Original article on "Priceless Pet Portraits" At: Pink Parrot Photo & Pet Photographer Candace M. Zynda from: Chicago Sun-Times published October 27,2008
CoCo & Bella's Chicagoland Pet Portrait session (Preview!)
"Warm and fuzzy both literally & figuratively, CoCo & Bella were an absolute pleasure to work with! Such sweet personalities- (and energy!) :) Here's your little preview... and I'm sure you can't wait to see the rest of them!" -Chicagoland Pet Photographer, Candace M. Zynda
Mugsy's Pet Portrait Session/ Chicagoland Pet Photography Client
"From the chicken costume to the reading glasses- Mugsy was born to be a pet model! The expressions I captured durning this session at our Naperville Pet photography studio were simply priceless!" Chicago's Pet Photographer, Candace Zynda.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Pet Photographer's (Sneak Peek!) Chicagoland Client- "Mischa"
Bouncing bundle of joy doesn't barely begin to describe Mischa, Pink Parrot Photo Pet Photography client! Pet Photographer: Crystal Tegen captured quite a little personality (and a whole bunch of cuteness) during her in-studio pet photo session today. We absolutely LOVE these portraits- and we are sure you will too!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Pet Photographer's Sneak Peek-- Chicagoland Client "Lucky"
I think Lucky really enjoyed the portrait session... and as the pictures turned out soooo priceless... I'm pretty sure his parents will too! -Chicago Pet Photographer, Candace M. Zynda of Pink Parrot Studio
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Pet Photographer's (Sneak Peek) Chicago Client "Max"
Chicago's Pet Photographers Candace M. Zynda and Crystal Tegen of "Pink Parrot Studio" had the joy of working with this little bundle of cuteness- "Max" a fluffy teacup poodle puppy! He was also joined by his furry companions "The Babe" and "The Mick" who gladly posed with Max. Here is a "sneak peek" preview of the cuteness we captured!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Press Release: Trib Local Story on "Priceless Pet Portraits" At: Pink Parrot Studio
Pets get their 15 minutes at Pink Parrot Photo PatriciaMurphy 10/10/08 11:17 AM
Unaware of her temporary celebrity, Libby pranced about on the small studio's hardwood floors. Her nose close to the ground, the spirited white cockapoo with sand-colored spots sniffed in every corner and closely inspected props like a synthetic Barbie-pink Christmas tree festooned in glitzy purple tinsel.
Her companions watched the energetic investigation with patient smiles, but the digital cameras started clicking the moment Libby showed signs of settling down.
Candace Zynda, Pink Parrot Photo owner and photographer, and her assistant, photographer Crystal Tegan, are well-versed in patience. Taking pictures of animals—the studio specializes in dogs and cats, though it welcomes all kinds of creatures—is a venture that necessitates the virtue.
"We try not to rush it too much because otherwise [the photos] look too posed," said Zynda, who recommends that dog owners tire out their animals by taking them on a long walk before arriving at the studio. "Our job isn't to pose [pets], it's to capture their personality."
Zynda got started in the pet portrait business three years ago when she couldn't find a photography studio to accommodate her greenwing macaw and two dogs, one half weimaraner, half lab and the other a German short-haired pointer.
She set up a portrait studio in her home, and before she knew it, friends and friends of friends were asking Zynda for her services.
Pink Parrot Photo, 415 E. Ogden Ave., Naperville, opened about three months ago, and in that time, Zynda has been busy building her business by networking with groomers and veterinarians and participating in events for animal welfare.
"We donate 10 percent of our proceeds to rescue and animal welfare organizations," she said.
Sometimes, Zynda finds customers right outside her door, like Libby's adoptive mom, Kathleen Keenan, who stopped by the studio with her children after picking up her pooch from a nearby groomer.
"We just got [Libby] on Sept. 11, and I'm so excited to have a dog that need foufing up," said Keenan, who along with Zynda, was taken with the delicate pink bows the groomer had placed on the dog's ears.
In less than 15 minutes, Zynda and Tegan had snapped about 70 pictures. About half the time, people join their pets for the portrait.
"You did good—you're a professional model now," Tegan cooed to Libby, who thanked her for the compliment with a playful nudge of the nose.
After a session has concluded, the photographers select on average the best 10 to 30 images and place them in a password-secured on-line photo album for pet owners to peruse and purchase.
While Libby mugged for the camera in nothing but her fur coat, several dogs and cats come to the studio dressed in cute costumes. Zynda fondly recalled a chihuahua outfitted in pint-sized motorcycle gear.
"We can also add in backdrops or things like a Cubs hat or reindeer ears [in the computer editing process]" she said.
Another perk is that the photographers can make house calls or arrange to shoot at a specified location.
"I had a woman call me about taking pictures of her horse. I figured it was best we go to the horse," Zynda laughed.
To learn more about Pink Parrot, including pricing information, visit www.pinkparrotphoto.com http://www.pinkparrotphoto.com/.
To see pictures from Libby's photo shoot, click here.
By Patricia Murphy, Triblocal.com staff reporter
Unaware of her temporary celebrity, Libby pranced about on the small studio's hardwood floors. Her nose close to the ground, the spirited white cockapoo with sand-colored spots sniffed in every corner and closely inspected props like a synthetic Barbie-pink Christmas tree festooned in glitzy purple tinsel.
Her companions watched the energetic investigation with patient smiles, but the digital cameras started clicking the moment Libby showed signs of settling down.
Candace Zynda, Pink Parrot Photo owner and photographer, and her assistant, photographer Crystal Tegan, are well-versed in patience. Taking pictures of animals—the studio specializes in dogs and cats, though it welcomes all kinds of creatures—is a venture that necessitates the virtue.
"We try not to rush it too much because otherwise [the photos] look too posed," said Zynda, who recommends that dog owners tire out their animals by taking them on a long walk before arriving at the studio. "Our job isn't to pose [pets], it's to capture their personality."
Zynda got started in the pet portrait business three years ago when she couldn't find a photography studio to accommodate her greenwing macaw and two dogs, one half weimaraner, half lab and the other a German short-haired pointer.
She set up a portrait studio in her home, and before she knew it, friends and friends of friends were asking Zynda for her services.
Pink Parrot Photo, 415 E. Ogden Ave., Naperville, opened about three months ago, and in that time, Zynda has been busy building her business by networking with groomers and veterinarians and participating in events for animal welfare.
"We donate 10 percent of our proceeds to rescue and animal welfare organizations," she said.
Sometimes, Zynda finds customers right outside her door, like Libby's adoptive mom, Kathleen Keenan, who stopped by the studio with her children after picking up her pooch from a nearby groomer.
"We just got [Libby] on Sept. 11, and I'm so excited to have a dog that need foufing up," said Keenan, who along with Zynda, was taken with the delicate pink bows the groomer had placed on the dog's ears.
In less than 15 minutes, Zynda and Tegan had snapped about 70 pictures. About half the time, people join their pets for the portrait.
"You did good—you're a professional model now," Tegan cooed to Libby, who thanked her for the compliment with a playful nudge of the nose.
After a session has concluded, the photographers select on average the best 10 to 30 images and place them in a password-secured on-line photo album for pet owners to peruse and purchase.
While Libby mugged for the camera in nothing but her fur coat, several dogs and cats come to the studio dressed in cute costumes. Zynda fondly recalled a chihuahua outfitted in pint-sized motorcycle gear.
"We can also add in backdrops or things like a Cubs hat or reindeer ears [in the computer editing process]" she said.
Another perk is that the photographers can make house calls or arrange to shoot at a specified location.
"I had a woman call me about taking pictures of her horse. I figured it was best we go to the horse," Zynda laughed.
To learn more about Pink Parrot, including pricing information, visit www.pinkparrotphoto.com http://www.pinkparrotphoto.com/.
To see pictures from Libby's photo shoot, click here.
By Patricia Murphy, Triblocal.com staff reporter
For original story visit: http://www.triblocal.com/Naperville/List_View/view.html?type=stories&action=detail&sub_id=33908
Custom Pet Portrait Holiday Greeting Cards
Just in time for the holidays! Custom Family & Pet Portrait greeting cards! Your friends and family will RAVE about how fabulous your holiday cards are this year if you include the furry, fuzzy, feathered, or scaled family members this year!
Our custom family & pet portrait greeting card sessions include a free 8x10" Print and the package is fully customizable. You chose 25, 50, or 100 (larger quantities available) greeting cards, the design, your favorite proofed portrait- we even include your mailing envelopes! Don't forget- "Priceless Pet Portraits" At: Pink Parrot Studio now offers the LARGEST selection of quality custom photo merchandise too! Sessions will fill up quickly, schedule today! Visit us on the web to request your appointment: http://www.pinkparrotphoto.com/ or call us at: 630-857-3451
Our custom family & pet portrait greeting card sessions include a free 8x10" Print and the package is fully customizable. You chose 25, 50, or 100 (larger quantities available) greeting cards, the design, your favorite proofed portrait- we even include your mailing envelopes! Don't forget- "Priceless Pet Portraits" At: Pink Parrot Studio now offers the LARGEST selection of quality custom photo merchandise too! Sessions will fill up quickly, schedule today! Visit us on the web to request your appointment: http://www.pinkparrotphoto.com/ or call us at: 630-857-3451
Candid Pet Portraits from Paradise 4 Paws 10/17/2008!
Our weekly photo session at Paradise 4 Paws Pet Hotel (Schiller Park) turned out great as usual! You can get a sneak peak of the fabulous candid pet portrait shots here! Just remember, if you like the candid ones... you will L-O-V-E a professional private pet portrait session at one of our Chicagoland locations or in the comfort of your own home. (We also do outdoor location shoots! Think FALL Leaves!!!) Just give us a call to discuss any creative ideas you might have, and we'll capture beautiful images of your pet you only dreamed of.
Alright, enough of that- :) So the shoot was on 10/17/2008, and if your furry family member was staying at the Paradise 4 Paws Pet hotel... chances are we have pictures! Our professional photographer: Crystal Tegen, was responsible for the wonderful images now on display from the shoot.
Alright, enough of that- :) So the shoot was on 10/17/2008, and if your furry family member was staying at the Paradise 4 Paws Pet hotel... chances are we have pictures! Our professional photographer: Crystal Tegen, was responsible for the wonderful images now on display from the shoot.
Are you the loving parent of one of the guests from Paradise 4 Paws? Just visit http://www.PinkParrotPhoto.com and click on "Events" to view these fabulous candid pet portraits!
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Adopt Walk-a-thon Pictures 2008!
"Priceless Pet Portraits" By: Pink Parrot Photo was proud to participate in the 
Adopt Walk-A-Thon 2008 held in Naperville, IL.
Participants showed up from Naperville, Plainfield, Bollingbrook, Aurora, Lombard, Oakbrook, Hinsdale, Chicago, and many other neighboring towns!
We captured some fine furry moments from our booth at the event- which you can check out by visiting: http://www.pinkparrotstudio.com/EventsCovered
We thought it was a great event, and "Priceless Pet Portraits" of Naperville looks forward to seeing you there again next year!
Adopt Walk-A-Thon 2008 held in Naperville, IL. Participants showed up from Naperville, Plainfield, Bollingbrook, Aurora, Lombard, Oakbrook, Hinsdale, Chicago, and many other neighboring towns!
We captured some fine furry moments from our booth at the event- which you can check out by visiting: http://www.pinkparrotstudio.com/EventsCovered
We thought it was a great event, and "Priceless Pet Portraits" of Naperville looks forward to seeing you there again next year!
NEW Naperville Location!
"Priceless Pet Portraits" By: Pink Parrot Photo now has opened a NEW Naperville location!
We've moved...now centrally located in the heart of Naperville at: 415 E. Ogden Ave! Convenient location off the corner of Ogden Avenue & Loomis St. (near the laudromat & across the street from Grandma Sally's restraunt!) We are proud to be Naperville's first (& ONLY!) pet photography studio! Stop in and say "HI!" to recieve a FREE gift & coupons for your first pet portrait session!
Don't forget that the holidays are quickly approaching- book your holiday photo greeting card session today to recieve special "early-bird" pricing + A FREE 5x7" print.
(*Valid at Naperville Pet Photography Studio ONLY)
About the Pet Portrait Studio...
"Priceless Pet Portraits" by: Pink Parrot Photo, was founded by artist and internationally published photographer, Candace M. Zynda, and was inspired by her love of animals and passion for photography and art.
Candace's community involvement and continuous donations to animal welfare, rescue, and adoption agencies were inspired by her rescued family members, Martini (German Shorthair Pointer), Rainbow (Greenwing Macaw), & Midori (Greenwing Macaw), and 10% of all proceeds are donated to charitable rescue and adoption agencies."
By contracting us for a project or portrait session, you are guaranteed to have an end result that is a truly unique keepsake, that will be cherished for years to come.
Pink Parrot Photo's "Priceless Pet Portrait" studio is a 100% pet friendly photo studio for fuzzy, furry, feathered, or scaled pets and their people (Dogs, Cats, Reptiles, Birds, Exotics).
Located in the heart of Naperville, IL, at 415 E Ogden Ave- whether you want a classic professional portrait for your wall or desk- or a 30" x 40" commemorative artistic work of art on canvas to admire above your mantle- what you want is what you get and more...
Memories are priceless, and we have sittings and portrait packages to fit all budgets.
We offer specialty pet portraits, prints, custom photo merchandise & greeting cards, and one-of-a-kind keepsakes that will be cherished a lifetime, and leave a legacy for your pet.
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