Lucille

I have been looking at a lot of snake photos, particularly hognose, lately and there is some breathtaking photos, real works of art. I remember 10-20 years ago people would show snakes in dirty cages and expect others to buy those snakes.
Now, for these really beautiful photos, the background is immaculate and the pictures appear taken by a pro. Whether buyer or seller, showing off a gorgeous snake in a well taken photo can really enhance the sale, the seller shows the animal in a beautiful setting, the buyer sees an animal he/she would be proud to have.
I'm think that either the hiring of a photographer or the purchase of some really good camera equipment would both be deductible as business expenses, it just depends on the time you have and your artistic eye, but I certainly think it is worthwhile. Of course, the basics come first- good stock, good husbandry, and honest dealing, but showing off what you have spent time and effort producing is certainly worthwhile.