Spotlight on Shoop's Photography, a Family Owned, Boutique Style Photography Studio at 805 Sutter Street Suite 240

We're pleased to include Shoop's Photography in our Business Spotlight Series.

We're spotlighting long-time favorites, new arrivals, and hidden gems alike. We encourage you to share these local stories and visit with merchants to get to know them firsthand.

We connected with Amber Felts to learn more about Shoop's Photography at 805 Sutter Street Suite 240.

What is Shoop's Photography, how would you describe it to a friend?

Shoop's Photography is a family owned, boutique style photography studio, offering portraits for people in all stages of life; weddings, newborns, senior portraits, business and personal branding, families, and more.

We own a small studio on Sutter Street called The Studios on Sutter. It's a collective, meaning that it is open to other photographers as well.

Why did you start the business? What do you hope to accomplish?

I started this business out of my passion for photography, and quickly learned it takes more than passion to start a business!

My hope was to build a successful business that would keep me out of a cubicle, and allow me to connect with my community.

Are you involved with or do you support any local nonprofits, community organizations or causes?

Having a studio in Historic Folsom, we are involved in the merchant association and do what we can to help with community events.

Earlier this year I co-chaired a committee that raised over $16,000 with one single event. All of that went back into the community.

I also offer a limited number of donations for various auction type fundraisers.

Why did you choose to be in the Historic District?

I've lived here for almost 10 years and could not imagine having my business anywhere else.

It is perfect for photography and the community and merchants are really supportive of each other.

Are you a member of the chamber or any other networking organizations?

Yes, we are a chamber member and are active with the Folsom Historic District merchant association.

Do you have any upcoming events, specials or new products/services that people should know about?

Our next big event will be in the Fall, when we host our Fall Mini-Sessions. These are affordable, short sessions that are perfect for creating a Holiday card or gift. Dates and locations TBD.

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Brian Ostrovsky is CEO of Folsom-based startup Locable and excited to be working with the Historic District to share stories that make Folsom unique, and pretty much all-things-local.