“What I particularly enjoy about shooting at Troy's is the opportunity to capture exactly what we want. One huge advantage with Animals of Montana is the variety of habitats and looks available, Troy doesn't use permanent enclosures, so there's little chance of shooting the same subject in the same setting. While wild animals can be less cooperative than one would like, those times are rare and what everyone is surprised by, and usually awed by, is Troy's incredible rapport with his animals."
Check
out our Great Prices on Three Day Tours with Tour
Leaders!
JAMES
HAGER …Winter
Wildlife in January ~ Unlimited filming for
three days, just $1195.00/person*! January 26-28 ~
January 29, weather day. Click
here for complete details.
DENNIS
FAST
…Winter
Wildlife in February ~ Filming for three days
for just $1395.00*/person! February 20-22 ~
February 23, weather day. Scroll down for complete
details.
REBECCA
JACKREL
…Wildlife
Winter Wonderland in February ~ Unlimited
filming for three days, just $1395.00*/person!
February 25-27 ~ February 28, weather day. Click
here then on "Menu"
- "Wildlife
Winter Wonderland Tour" for complete
details.
Winter
Wildlife in February with Tour Leader, Dennis
Fast…Filming for three days for just $1,395.00/person!
Come
shoot wildlife models during the wonderful
DENNIS
FAST is one of
The
tour is limited to ten participants to provide a cozy
small-group atmosphere. The tour is somewhat
physically demanding because participants will be
shooting for several hours a day, in cold temperatures,
and standing up, and stooping repeatedly. Most
shooting will be close to your vehicle, so you will not
have to haul your gear very far. A listing of
species available to photograph for the three day tour
is as follows: Snow Leopard, Black Leopard,
Porcupine, Skunk, Red Fox, Tiger, Pine Marten, Black
Bears, Grizzly Bears, Siberian Lynx, Canadian Lynx,
Bobcat, Raccoon, Fisher, Wolves, Badger, Mountain Lions,
and African Lion.
While
in the area you can also take advantage of spending some
time in
**This
tour price only includes the animal model fee, you are
responsible for all other expenses associated with the
trip, i.e. transportation, lodging, meals, etc.
“Beauty is everywhere when you take the time to look, but it begins first of all in the heart.” ~ Dennis Fast
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‘SPRING’ into Summer Workshop with Artist, Val Warner and Photographer, Mike Donahue!
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“The
Melancholy Song of the Wild Tour” Including Grizzly
and Black Bears
as an added bonus!
January 9-11, 2009 (*weather day~
January 12, 2009*)
Join
us in welcoming another New Year as we bring back, by
popular demand, a photo tour featuring three of our
magnificent predator species ~ our pack of Gray Wolves,
Grizzly Bears and Black Bears. This tour offers numerous
unique opportunities to photograph these mythical and
legendary animals, which through out time have learned
to coexist side by side in reverence of each other.
This tour takes place in the snowy laden foothills of
the
**NEW TWO DAY TOUR**
"The Rally of the Elusive Wolf"
January 13-14.2009 (*weather day ~ January 15*)
Capture the unforgettable gaze of the legendary Canis Lupus with swift yet elegant movements ~ a noble and independent character. The amber, yellow or orange colored eyes gleam as they peer into the sun. This tour will give you the opportunity to photograph one of nature's most intriguing predators. Relentless and endowed with great intelligence and captivating ability to adapt ~ The Elusive Wolf is a resident of wild places who shuns intrusion. It's true that nature remains a mystery...join us in revealing the countless myths and legends of this mysterious creature! You'll capture images of wolves running as a pack, howling, peeking around trees, interacting with one another, demonstrations of submission and dominance and the list goes on...This tour is offered during Montana's prime winter conditions. The cost of "The Rally of the Elusive Wolf" tour is just $1,695.00 per person and includes three nights lodging, based on double room occupancy.
"Paw
Prints in the Snow ~ Ultimate Wild Cat Experience"
January
16-18, 2009 (*weather day~January 19,2009*)
Where
else can you photograph the power and beauty of great
assortment of species of Big Wild Cats in unique and
various natural settings, capturing the nature of these
mesmerizing beasts! We’ll offer you
gorgeous winter landscapes in which to photograph our
ultimate super predators~Siberian Tiger, African Lion,
and Snow Leopard; as well as our “Little Big
Cats”~Mountain Lion, Canadian & European Lynx, and
Bobcat. Please join us for an up close and personal
photo encounter, taking place in our backyard of
meadows, forests, mountains and streams, near
“Spirit
of the Canyonlands Tour" – Moab, Utah
April
1-3, 2009 (*weather day ~ April 4, 2009*)
Venture
with us into the untamed red rock wilderness near Moab,
Utah, where you’ll be offered limitless opportunities
to photograph Wolves, Mountain Lions - adult and
sub-adults, Bobcat, and African Lion frolicking in
spring waterfalls, aspen forests, alpine meadows, rich
Red Canyonlands and panoramic vistas as far as the eye
can see. Truly a photographer’s paradise and an
experience you won’t want to miss! The cost of this
three day tour is $2,295.00 per person which includes
four nights of lodging at one of
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Only the Best Animals and Trainer for Our Photography Tours, Individual Filming and Motion Picture Sets!
Our animal actors live in the Montana mountains where the climate is dry and cold allowing them to grow shiny healthy winter coats. They are all highly trained, experienced and popular in both the photography and film industries. Your host is one of the most gifted animal trainers in the industry, Troy Hyde. Troy will stun your senses and ensure that your experience is most unforgettable! Contact us for more information or reservations. Spaces and dates are limited so please don’t delay!
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Joe McDonald
"As a professional photographer, I need world-class imagery to be competitive. Troy and Tracy deliver just what I need every time in a highly efficient and enjoyable manner."
Tim Fitzharris
“My experience with Animals of Montana has been terrific, prompt response, strong follow through, a "we can get it done" attitude. The animals look great, and Troy's relationship with his four legged stars is reassuring to producers and directors.”
Rupert
Hitzig
"As Camp Director for the NWR Group of Artists, I was looking for a special enrichment experience for our 'Wildlife Artists' within the group. Animals of Montana tailored a special session that proved to be an absolutely exceptional and unique experience for all ten artists involved."
Tom Saubert
"I can't imagine that there is a better facility based on price, quality of animals, knowledge of the staff and the availability of so many photo tour locations."
Anonymous
"The Animals of Montana experience was fantastic. Tracy and Troy are great hosts. Tracy made sure my trip would be memorable by helping me plan my stay. Troy is terrific with the animals. He made sure each photographer in the group got the perfect shot. All the animals have pristine coats and that special spark in their eyes. I highly recommend Animals of Montana."
Jerry Fornarotto
"I have enjoyed working with Animals of Montana over the years. Tracy and Troy have been extremely professional in all of our dealings. Working with animals on any production always presents challenges, but the team at Animals of Montana makes life allot easier for the producer. I can always count on them to stay on schedule and budget. If your production involves animals, I recommend calling Animals of Montana as early as possible. Their input regarding budget, schedule and creative elements will be invaluable."
Walter Josten
"We highly recommend Animals of Montana. My husband and I spent two wonderful and productive days with Troy's fantastic animals. I am a professional artist and I've sold several paintings already done from my trip and have many, many more great ideas just waiting to be painted!"
Jan Martin McGuire
"I can only praise both Troy and Tracy for what they did for me to gain photographs that I could never have obtained in the wild. They have tremendous patience and consideration for my needs and are willing to go to great lengths to help me achieve my goals."
Dick Forehand
"I spent a fun and exciting three days in July at Animals of Montana photographing cats. These animals are beautiful, healthy and as well behaved as wild animals can be, thanks to expert and loving training of their handler and owner of the animal photographing business, Troy Hyde. I was impressed. I came away with some great reference material and several ideas for new sculptures!"
Rosetta
"Troy has a good knowledge of the needs of photographers; like lighting, actions, distances, catch lights, etc. He also tries to accommodate special requests while also maintaining a good group atmosphere. It is easy to take great photo's working with Troy."
Richard Blanchette
"It was a pleasure working with Animals of Montana on my photo tour to Moab. They understood the photographers needs, and your choice of locations and lighting were right on. Even more than I expected. I went home with the satisfaction of knowing I got what I came for. Thanks for making it a great trip."
Dewain Maney
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