Moment-Driven Testimonials
Candice is a natural born teacher. If you’re a new photographer, you’ll learn many launching-off points. If you’re already experienced, she’ll help you with creating even more emotion and moments in your photographs. Plus, she’s really funny and easy to listen to.
Right away I was drawn in by her positive energy. When she shared her work I was blown away by images that are both emotional and captivating. I quickly learned that she is one of the most approachable photographers I have ever met.
-Josh Hartman
Candice has the uncanny ability to deliver her points in a way that makes them instantly part of your inner photographic psyche, without you really realizing it’s happened. Since our Mentor Session, it’s Candice’s voice I hear nudging me to be better every time I shoot, for that I am eternally grateful.
-Pip Raud, UK
I couldn’t help but be moved by the power of the images and stories from her days as a photojournalist, she brings this same passion to her wedding photography and to her teaching. Over the last several years I have turned to Candice for help with editing, website content and photography. I have benefitted greatly from her wisdom and experience. I have grown as a photographer as a result of her guidance and recommend her workshop to anybody looking to do the same.
-Joe Appel
When I heard Candice speak at the Fearless Conference in Bucharest, I was already an experienced photographer, but something had been preventing me from being the photographer I wanted to be. I knew it. There was something about Candice’s approach… She made me see things with fresh eyes and fall in love with photography again. Candice is an excellent teacher.
-Irina Groza, UK
Candice gave me tons of helpful advice and tips that I’ve been able to incorporate immediately. The examples she presented were also incredibly helpful in illustrating her points. I would highly recommend Candice’s class to anyone who is looking to improve their photojournalism skills. She is a very kind and warm person on top of being an excellent teacher!
-Danette Pascarella
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Chicago Pet Photographer
Dama arrived at the studio in a wheelchair.
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That was the first thing I noticed.
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It was also the least interesting thing about her.
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What I remember is her determination.
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Her curiosity.
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Her joy.
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Please visit my page to see Dama`s full story.
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"Maybe I`m not a misfit.
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I just have more to love."
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— Dama
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Seen. Heard. Loved.
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#TheSeeHearLoveProject #SeenHeardLoved #RescueDog
I created The See Hear Love Project to help animals like Blanca.
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Painfully shy. Dumped on a road before the rain came. Nervous around strangers. Ears down. Tail tucked.
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For those new to the project, these are not carefree, well-adjusted animals. Many have experienced neglect, abandonment, fear, or loss.
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Sometimes we only get one photograph when they truly relax.
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Thankfully, we only need one.
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Please visit my page to see Blanca`s full story.
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Special thanks to @sayvanimalorg for bringing Blanca to The See Hear Love Project.
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"All I want
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is to feel loved and safe."
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— Blanca
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Seen. Heard. Loved.
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#TheSeeHearLoveProject #SeenHeardLoved #RescueDog
One of the best things about photographing Ramona is watching everyone react to a pig in the building.
People stopped.
They smiled.
They took selfies.
One gentleman asked if I could wait so he could FaceTime his girlfriend because she loves pigs.
The hardest thing about photographing a pig is that pigs don`t stop moving.
Ever.
This portrait worked because Ramona kept walking in circles, allowing us to see her body and face at the same time.
Not shown: Ramona chewed up the paper backdrop on set. Her pig squeal echoed through the studio—loud, proud, and impossible to ignore, just like Ramona herself.
"Thank you
for saving my life."
— Ramona
The See Hear Love Project combines professional photography and animal communication. Each portrait is paired with one of the most powerful messages the animal shared during their communication session.
Seen. Heard. Loved.
@chicagolandpigrescue
#TheSeeHearLoveProject #RescuePig #SeenHeardLoved
Some dogs don’t just fit into a family — they become part of its heartbeat.
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Eddie was pure joy to photograph with his two favorite people. The connection between them was effortless, loving, and completely real.
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These are the moments worth remembering.
Meet Zeno.
After being surrendered by his owner, Zeno has spent more than a year waiting at Red Door Animal Shelter for someone to choose him.
And somehow, after all this time, he’s still soft. Still trusting. Still hopeful.
Cats like Zeno don’t need perfection. They just need someone willing to see them.
Seen. Heard. Loved.
📍 Red Door Animal Shelter
🐾 Available for adoption
Meet Zeno.
After being surrendered by his owner, Zeno has spent more than a year waiting at Red Door Animal Shelter for someone to choose him.
And somehow, after all this time, he’s still soft. Still trusting. Still hopeful.
Cats like Zeno don’t need perfection. They just need someone willing to see them.
Seen. Heard. Loved.
📍 Red Door Animal Shelter
🐾 Available for adoption
Welcome to The See Hear Love Project™.
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Created by Chicago photographer and animal communicator Candice C. Cusic, this one-of-a-kind project combines animal communication and fine-art portraiture to help foster animals be seen, heard, and adopted.
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Each story begins with connection.
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Seen. Heard. Loved.
Our location
Located in downtown Chicago.
1821 W. Hubbard St., Chicago, IL 60622
By appointment only
info@cusicphoto.com
Available for travel internationally, for pets & family photography, and education for photographers. Send us a note for details or reach us by phone at 312-248-2939.
