A-Tom Photography

12/07/2023

As a photographer, in what is honestly an oversaturated market, I am always trying to come up with ways to separate me and my work from the rest. I know it’s too late for this year, but next year, I would really like to try something different than the same old Santa photos. I know different things appeal to different people. So, here is my idea. I would like to find someone to play Krampus. It will entail making a costume. I would be more than happy to help with what I can, but this is partly why I putting it out there now. I would love to do Photos with Krampus next year. If you’re interested, please let me know. We can make something completely unforgettable.

12/05/2023

Big changes are coming. For over a year now, I have been so focused on pet photography and while its my true love, there just isn't enough business to keep me going. I have been taking on other types of photography jobs and am finding I really enjoy them as well.
At the start of the year, I will be doing away with A-Tom Photography and will be going using Tom Hughes Photography. Also, I am looking to do more family and event photography. I feel these fields along with pet photography can not only complement each other, but really help my business thrive as well.
In the meantime, I have built a new website and a new portfolio. You can see the portfolio at https://tomhughesphotography.shootproof.com/
Since I do need more photos for my portfolio, I am offering a very deep discount for family and any event photography on any sessions booked before the first of the year. The session date can be later, as long as it is booked and a deposit is made by the end of 2023. For family sessions, the complete session will be $50 and that includes a one hour session and edited digital files (prints will be available for purchase).
If you would like to book a session, please use the contact form on my website. I am really looking forward to the big change.

11/12/2023

I have been seeing some complaints lately about quality of photographs from people that paid good money to have a photographer record their wedding, do family portraits, or special event. And honestly, some of those complaints have been completely justified.
As a photographer, I would like to share this suggestion. When you first talk to a prospective photographer, ask about contracts. As a client, this will protect you and as a photographer, they will be protected. In that contract there should be a clause that something along the lines of the work that you are given as the final product should be representative of that artists portfolio.
Which brings up another should have. Never book a photographer without seeing their portfolio. This is what we use to show off our work. If a photographer doesn’t have one, that should be a red flag. New photographers may not have one and that’s fine. However, more than likely they shouldn’t be booking paying clients until they have a portfolio built.
These are just a couple tips to help navigate the busy waters of booking a photographer. If you have any questions or are looking for a photographer for your special day, please consider A-Tom Photography.

11/01/2023

I’m starting a photo project and am looking for people that want to be featured. I’m doing a series about hands at work. I’m lookinfo for interesting hobbies or jobs. I have photographed a guy flint knapping and a woman knitting. Im looking for almost anything. I would love to find a farrier or blacksmith, tattoo artist, pretty much anything. We can discuss details. If you or someone you know is interested, please dm me or email at [email protected] please feel free to share as well.

10/27/2023

It's time for # ! 🥰

We actually shared some of these needs this weekend, but wanted to go ahead and do a wishlist Wednesday this week anyways just in case anyone missed it!

We have a lot of puppies in shelter which is unusual for us and means that we could really use puppy supplies! We could really use some puppy food (Wet AND dry!) for these kiddos as the food we feed here is aimed towards adults. We also really need a seperate food bin to keep this food in due to mice in shelter...

And with that being said, we have added mouse traps back on our wishlist. There is a huge mouse problem here in shelter and we would like to humanely relocate these critters so they will stay out of our dog supplies!

Lastly, we have added 5 gallon buckets to our wishlist. We use these to water our dogs, but a few of our old buckets have wear and tear meaning they need to be replaced soon. This may be an item you have laying around the house as well! Feel free to donate those used buckets as long as you feel they would be safe for the dogs to drink out of once clean. 🐶

Here is a link to our wishlist!
https://tinyurl.com/HASWISH

Several people asked if they can purchase these items elsewhere if they find a better deal… absolutely!! Those items can be shipped or dropped off at this address:
Humboldt animal shelter, 1421 OSBORNE ST STE 2, HUMBOLDT, TN 38343-2869, United States

Please share to help us get a few things to keep our dogs happy. Any donation is greatly appreciated! ❤

10/19/2023

10/16/2023

October is a big month for me. Not only is my favorite holiday this month, but it also the month of awareness for two things that have affected not only my life, but so many others as well. October is Pitbull awareness month and Breast Cancer Awareness month. Please make sure to educate yourself on both.
For Pitbull awareness, we are running a special all month. Session fees are 50% off for all Pitbull breeds if booked before the end of the month. Check out my work at www.petphotographer.co and you can book your session there.

10/12/2023

And if you don't have pics of your Pittie, make sure to book your session this month. For Pittie breeds, we are offering 50% off session fees for any bookings made before the end of the month. Even if you have just phone photos, your potato, um I mean Pibber, needs a photo good enough to hang on the wall.

10/11/2023

Just a reminder, if you adopt your friend from a shelter or rescue, Reach out to us to get a free session to celebrate your Gotcha Day. And all this month, we are running a special of 1/2 off session fees (reg.$100) for all Pittie breeds if booked before the end of the month.

10/10/2023

In honor of Pitbull (or as we like to call them, potato) awareness month, I will be running a special all month any Pit Bull type dog. Half price on session fees all month. $50 will cover your session fee if booked before the end of the month.

Pitbull awareness month post. This is my story of what pitties mean to me. I am a photographer and advocate for the breed. I have had almost a lifetime of experience with the various breeds that make up the group and I will continue o advocate for them.