Dog Portraits
With a lifelong bond with dogs, I understand the depth of love, loyalty, and joy they bring into our lives. My passion is to capture their beauty, spirit, and personality in portraits that tell your story — the bond, the playfulness, and the quiet moments that mean everything.
Each portrait experience is designed to be calm, natural, and meaningful. It’s not just about posing — it’s about celebrating your dog in breathtaking places, doing what they love most. Whether that means bounding through tall grass, resting by your side, or exploring the beauty of nature, these are the moments that become timeless art.
Galleries
I specialize in capturing your dog's finest moments, from joyful candids to noble poses and dynamic action shots. With a deep passion for dogs and an understanding of their nature, I skillfully preserve their unique personalities in every portrait session. Trust me to capture the essence and spirit of your beloved furry friend like no other.
My expertise lies in capturing the special bond between you and your dog – whether it’s a tender moment of affection, a playful interaction, or a serene shared glance. With a lifelong passion for dogs, I understand their nature and the depth of your connection. Let me skillfully preserve the unique relationship and the essence of your beloved companion in portraits you'll cherish forever.
Puppies are the embodiment of joy with their wiggly tails, floppy ears and boundless energy. They bring laughter and warmth into our lives, teaching us valuable lessons about unconditional love and living in the moment. From their playful antics to their soulful eyes, puppies have a magical way of melting hearts and spreading happiness wherever they go. I love capturing their endearing innocence and enthusiasm in my portraits.
My expertise extends to capturing the magic of your dogs in their most heartwarming and festive moments—whether it’s a joyful frolic through winter snow, a serene portrait framed by twinkling holiday lights, or a regal pose adorned with seasonal charm. Trust me to create timeless holiday portraits that beautifully showcase the bond you share and preserve the wonder of the season with your four-legged companions.
Your signature dog portrait experience
A limited series of destination-inspired portrait sessions, offered only a few times each year.
Each spring, fall and winter I open a select number of sessions at hand-picked scenic locations across Idaho and the Pacific Northwest. These destinations are chosen for their light, atmosphere, and sense of place – the perfect setting for expressive, story-driven portraits.
Because your dog is more than a pet – they’re part of your story. From floppy ears and joyful zoomies to quiet moments by your side, your dog’s personality is one of a kind. This experience is designed to celebrate that spirit through a calm, thoughtfully guided process that allows your dog to explore freely while real moments unfold.
This is more than a photoshoot. It’s an immersive experience that blends connection, movement, and landscape — resulting in heartfelt portraits and timeless artwork you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
Here’s what you can expect:
The first hello
When you inquire, we’ll schedule a relaxed, no-pressure chat to dream up your session together. I’ll learn about your dog’s personality, your vision, and what kind of artwork makes your heart sing.
Planning with purpose
Before your session, we’ll plan every detail — from the perfect location to the ideal time of day and what to bring along. You’ll also receive my Session Guide filled with tips to help you feel fully prepared and excited for your session.
The portrait session
Now the magic begins. With patience, play, and plenty of treats, we’ll capture your dog’s personality as it unfolds — whether they’re energetic and adventurous or calm and soulful. My approach is relaxed, allowing for natural interaction and genuine emotion.
Artistic editing
Afterward, I hand-select and meticulously edit every image to ensure the light, tone, and color are perfect. Leashes, distractions, and handlers are removed as needed to create a clean, polished, fine art result.
The reveal & artwork selection
Two to three weeks later, you’ll enjoy a cinematic reveal of your portraits — a storytelling gallery that captures your dog’s essence. Together, we’ll design wall art, albums, or collections that reflect your home and your heart.
Product delivery
Prepare to be amazed!
This is more than a photo session.
It’s a celebration of your best friend—captured with heart, and preserved in stunning artwork.
Session investment
The Signature Experience – $1,500
An all-inclusive, destination-inspired portrait experience designed to celebrate your dogs and the bond you share.
Thoughtfully offered only a few times each year, this experience allows space for connection, movement, and meaningful moments to unfold naturally – resulting in expressive, story-driven portraits you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
Every portrait experience is designed with intention – from the first conversation to the artwork that lives in your home.
Your Signature Experience includes
Thoughtful planning
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A personalized pre-session consultation to carefully plan location, timing, and meaningful details
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A beautifully designed, comprehensive preparation guide to ensure a seamless, relaxed and intentional experience
The portrait experience
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Up to 90 minutes of relaxed, guided photography at a carefully selected seasonal destination, for up to two dogs from the same household
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A curated gallery of 40+ fine art portraits, artistically edited in my signature style delivered through a private online gallery
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High-resolution and web-sized digital files of every final portrait, ready for printing, sharing and safekeeping, with personal printing rights included
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Access to a mobile gallery app for convenient viewing and sharing of your portraits.
Your portrait story
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A cinematic Portrait Reveal Film created from a curated selection of images from your session – a beautiful first look at the story we captured together
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A custom Story Edition — a soft-cover narrative heirloom I create as a gift to you, honoring this season of your dog’s life
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A personalized artwork design experience featuring my curated collection of luxury wall art and heirloom portrait pieces available to commission for your home
If this experience reflects how you want your dog remembered, I would be honored to create something meaningful for you.
Optional enhancements
For those who wish to expand their portrait experience or allow additional time and flexibility.
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Additional dogs (same household) — $350 each
Thoughtfully photographed during the same session, allowing space to honor each dog individually -
Extended session time — $100 per 30 minutes
Ideal for a more relaxed pace, additional exploration, or giving extra time for connection and settling in
Portrait Reveal Films
Every session tells a story. After your portrait experience, the images from your session are brought together into a short film — a portrait reveal designed to capture the full spirit of your dog and the moments we created together.
Rather than viewing photographs one at a time, these films offer a cinematic first look at your session through a curated selection of favorites. They’re designed to capture the emotion, motion, and connection we created—woven together to reflect the spirit of your dog and the experience we shared.
For many clients, this becomes one of the most meaningful parts of the experience — the moment when they see their dog’s story come to life.
Here are a few examples of portrait reveal films created from real sessions.
Your story edition
Every session includes a custom-designed Story Edition — a beautifully crafted book that tells the story of your portrait experience.
Rather than narrowing the experience down to just a few favorite images, your Story Edition weaves together the expressions, moments, and quiet connections that make your dog uniquely yours. Each book is thoughtfully designed to unfold like a visual narrative, allowing you to revisit the experience again and again.
It becomes more than a collection of photographs — it is a keepsake that preserves your dog’s personality, spirit, and the bond you share in a way that will be treasured for years to come.
Pictured: An example of a custom Story Edition created from Lacie’s portrait session — a visual narrative designed to preserve the moments, connection, and personality that made her session so special.
Why my portrait experiences are designed this way
Every dog has a story.
Not just a single perfect moment — but a series of expressions, movements, and quiet interactions that reveal who they truly are.
Because of this, my portrait experiences are designed differently from traditional photography sessions.
Rather than rushing through a list of poses or limiting the number of images you receive, I photograph slowly and intentionally. I allow space for curiosity, movement, and the natural rhythm of your dog’s personality to unfold.
This approach creates portraits that feel genuine — images that reflect not only how your dog looks, but who they are.
It’s also why every session includes the complete collection of final portraits from your gallery. Your dog’s story deserves to be preserved fully, not reduced to just a few selected images.
The result is an experience that feels calm, meaningful, and deeply personal — and artwork that will remain part of your life for years to come.
25+ years capturing dogs as family
Focused on presence, personality, and the bond you share.
International award-winning dog photographer
Recognized for expressive, light-filled portraits that honor personality and connection.
Hundreds of dogs photographed
From playful puppies to beloved seniors — each story honored with care.
2026 destination portrait experiences
Each destination is thoughtfully selected for its seasonal beauty — places where light, landscape, and emotion come together to create truly expressive portraits.
In order to preserve the calm, immersive nature of these experiences, only a very small number of portrait sessions are offered at each location.
Spring 2026
Spring bloom & wildflowers – Idaho (Treasure Valley)
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April portrait experience – fully reserved
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Two portrait experiences available in May
Autumn 2026
Golden sunlight, lakes, rivers & mountains – Western Montana (September 20-23) / Idaho (October)
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Two portrait experiences available in September (Montana)
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Two dog portrait experiences available in October (Idaho)
Each destination is intentionally limited to just a few sessions, allowing space for creativity, connection, and unhurried storytelling.
The artwork
Your portraits deserve to be seen, held, and loved.
From handcrafted albums to custom-framed wall art, every piece I offer is made with museum-grade materials and designed to last a lifetime. Together, we’ll transform your favorite images into tangible works of art that celebrate your dog every single day.
Choose from:
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Wall art collections
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Heirloom fine art albums
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Custom keepsakes
Curious how portraits are thoughtfully designed and displayed in real homes?
All artwork is available à la carte during your portrait reveal and ordering session. A full list of my curated collection products and pricing are available during our pre-session consultation call.
Why choose me as your photographer?
Because this is about more than photographs — it’s about emotion, artistry, and connection.
Experience with both people and dogs
I know how to bring out the best in both, capturing genuine expressions and beautiful light.
A calm, patient approach
Every session is guided by empathy and understanding, allowing dogs to relax and shine.
Creative artistry
No two sessions are alike. Each is crafted with intention, style, and heart.
Heirloom quality
From the editing process to final artwork, every detail reflects the highest level of craftsmanship.
Frequently asked questions
My dog will never cooperate for a session.
Most dogs featured here are everyday companions. Your dog won't need to sit or stay during sessions – my fast camera can capture even the most active ones! Behavior challenges are discussed pre-session to select a suitable location for nervous or reactive dogs. If necessary, extra time is spent with your furry friend, using positive reinforcement techniques to ensure comfort with me and my camera.
What if my dog can't be off leash?
Your dog's safety is paramount during our session, ensuring a fun experience for all, especially your furry friend! I prefer to photograph pets without a collar, and provide a thin slip leash for safety (will be edited out in final images). If needed, please bring a collar and leash for additional safety measures. While leashes may be edited out, they may be necessary for certain photos. Note that harnesses won't be edited out and may distract from your dog's beauty in photos.
Can I be in the images too?
Of course! I cherish capturing the beautiful bond between you and your dog. While traditional portraits are an option, clients often adore candid moments that reflect your connection. If you're camera-shy, I can still craft creative images narrating your relationship story.
What time will our photo session be?
I schedule most sessions during the magical "golden hour," early in the morning or the last two hours of daylight for optimal lighting. We'll discuss the best location and time during the session-planning call. Sessions last 60-90 minutes, giving your dog time to acclimate to the camera and ensuring a variety of images for you to choose from.
How & when do I pay for my session?
A non-refundable retainer of $500 is due at the time of booking to reserve your portrait experience. This retainer is applied toward your session fee. The remaining balance is due no later than seven days prior to your session date. Artwork purchases may be paid in full or through flexible payment plans, available upon request with bi-weekly or monthly options. Finished artwork is produced and delivered once payment has been completed. Accepted payment methods include cash, Zelle, Apple Pay, Venmo, and PayPal.
A dog's story is written in movement,
expression and joy.
The magic happens when we simply
allow it to unfold.
Ready to begin?
This is more than a session – it’s a chance to celebrate your best friend through art, adventure, and memory.
My 2026 portrait experiences are intentionally limited and offered only a few times per year. Because of this, availability is extremely limited—and sessions often fill quickly.
If you’d love to work together, the best way to stay connected is to join my waitlist.
By joining, you’ll be the first to know about:
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2026 booking announcements
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Priority access to limited portrait experiences
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Any last-minute openings or waitlist opportunities
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Special events and seasonal offerings
If you’re dreaming of a thoughtful, story-driven portrait experience for your dog, I would truly love to create something meaningful with you.
Availability is limited by design — the waitlist is where it begins.
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The first time I saw Shannon's photos I knew I needed to hire her. She was so easy to work with and answered all my questions. She planned for everything I needed in a photo shoot. The process so was fun and I really trusted her expertise. The photos were better than I could have imagined. I would absolutely hire her again and have already recommended her to other people.
Jen
Such an amazing experience! I've never participated in a professional photo session before, let alone one for a pet. Shannon is absolutely incredible. Her kindness and enthusiasm made the session so inviting; and she actually took the time to get to know me and my dog. When I first saw the photographs, I cried! They are even more beautiful than I could have ever imagined! Shannon is such an amazing person and artist; I will definitely choose her for future portrait sessions!
Bailee
I highly recommend Shannon, she has an amazing knack for bringing out the best in your dog. If you think: "oh no, he will never hold still." Fear not~! She will let the dog be itself while capturing the most beautiful shots imaginable. She is kind and patient and the dogs just love her~!