

Start Here: Horse Portrait Experiences


Start Here: Dog Portrait Experiences


The Best Time of Day for Horse Portrait Sessions


A Style Guide for Your Horse Portrait Session


The Horse Portrait Experience: From Start to Finish


Bringing Your Horse's Portraits to Life in Your Home


How to Prepare for Your Horse Portrait Session


12 Months of Pixel


Tails of the World: 2024 Edition is Here


Puppy Portraits 101: Capturing the Joy of Your New Best Friend


Dog Breed Series: Photographing the Beauty of Bully Breeds


Dog Breed Series: Photographing the Grace of Greyhounds


Dog Breed Series: Photographing the Heart of Golden Retrievers


Meet the Photographer: My Journey with Dogs, Horses, and Storytelling


A Day in the Life of a Dog Photographer


Creating Meaningful Family Portraits with Your Dog


How to Capture Action Shots: Dogs in Motion


A Photographer's Guide to Taking Photos of Your Dog


How to Beat the Summer Heat with Your Dog


Bringing Your Dog's Portraits to Life in Your Home
The Journal
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Welcome to The Journal — a resource for dog and horse owners seeking thoughtful guidance, preparation tips, and behind-the-scenes insight into fine art pet photography. Here you’ll find educational posts to help you prepare for your dog or horse portrait session, understand what to expect from a destination-inspired photography experience, and make informed decisions about preserving your pet’s story through artwork.
Based in Idaho’s Treasure Valley and serving clients beyond, this journal also shares seasonal updates, session announcements, and reflections from Shannon Edney, a professional dog and horse photographer specializing in expressive, story-driven portraits. Whether you’re planning a session or simply gathering inspiration, The Journal is designed to support you every step of the way.