Howard Schatzberg

• Howard Schatzberg is a second-generation equine photographer. Howie (as most everyone calls him) has been photographing horses for over 30 years, following in the footsteps of his well-known father

Jack. Howie began shooting with his father at the age of 15. The first horse show Howie shot was a

hunter/jumper show in southern California. Shooting hunters and jumpers was the beginning of the

diversity that Jack encouraged Howie to maintain.

Stats

• You make (on average) $28,490 a year or $13.70 hourly• You will have to working with clients to discuss the

images they require and how they want to use them seeking out appropriate photographic subjects and opportunities communicating with photographic subjects, putting them at ease, encouraging them and directing them Etc.

Homage

• Why did you choose this person to homage? Because I have looked up to him for a while, I see

him at horse shows and have always wished I could take pictures like him.

Samples

Interview Prep, Answer these questions:

• Why do you want to be a photographer?I enjoy doing it and would love to make money doing what I love.• Explain to us what you know and why you are interested in this specific type of photography.I like this kind of photography because I love being around horses and I love capturing moments between

people and their horses. • What makes you stand out as a photographer among your peers?I stand out because not many people take pictures of horses. • What important trends do you see in the photographic industry?Photography is not a growth industry, traditional photography markets will decline drastically and

cameras will get better.• Tell us some of your weaknesses.I don’t always know how to tell people to pose. • How important is technology in your field? How do you plan to implement it?Very, cameras are getting more and more technical, so I will continue to learn new ways to use them. • What are your long-range goals?To make money doing photography. • How successful have you been so far?I have made a decent amount of money and have been published in a few magazines. • What answers did you get from your professional?He gave me lots of good information and offered to help me whenever I need.

Brandy

Sammi Ahern

“Brandy”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 11x14

03/2014

Dr.D eye

Sammi Ahern

“Dr.D Eye”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 10x8

03/2014

Chief and Kayla

Sammi Ahern

“Chief and Kayla”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 8x10

03/2014

Julia

Sammi Ahern

“Julia”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 8x10

03/2014

Robb

Sammi Ahern

“Robb”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 10x10

03/2014

Topper and Kyla

Sammi Ahern

“Topper and Kyla”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 8x10

03/2014

Dr.D

Sammi Ahern

“Dr.D”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 8x10

03/2014

Elle and Biscotti

Sammi Ahern

“Elle and Biscotti”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 8x10

03/2014

Hank and Thea

Sammi Ahern

“Hank and Thea”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 8x10

03/2014

BamBam and Esther

Sammi Ahern

“BamBam and Esther”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 10x8

03/2014

Dr.D 2

Sammi Ahern

“Dr.D 2”

Digital Image,Color Photo

Size: 10x10

03/2014