Your Custom Pet Portrait Experience

Your pet portrait artwork, customized for you!

Artwork crafted just for you – we provide a tailored experience to create pet photos you’ll be proud to display in your home. Interested in digital files as well? Each wall piece, portrait collection, and album purchase includes all corresponding printable digital files. We aim for you to have it all! You deserve a pet photography experience you’ll treasure forever.

Concerned your dog isn’t photo-ready?

Don’t worry, they are! No sit or stay required!

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I specialize in capturing the unique charm of every dog, even those with endless energy. If your dog is more into "zoomies" than "stay", rest assured we'll still create stunning images together – guaranteed.

Here's the trick: Many of the dogs you see on my website were actually on leash during our photo session. With skillful Photoshop editing, those leashes disappear, leaving natural, playful portraits.

For action shots, we use a long leash to ensure safety while capturing dogs running wild and having fun. Equipped with attention-grabbing tools like duck calls and squeakers, I know just how to capture your pup's personality and focus. Whether you envision candid action shots or serene portraits, I'll bring the expertise and equipment needed to make it happen.

Your satisfaction is my priority. If you're not thrilled with the results, I'll gladly refund your photo session fee – no questions asked. Let's transform your dog's unique personality into unforgettable memories together!

How it Works

Step 1: Enjoy the Experience

After discussing your goals, I'll start tailoring your photo session. You'll get support with preparation, styling (if needed), and clear guidance on what to expect every step of the way. Your session will be customized for you and your dog! Using playful sounds, treats, and other expert techniques, I'll ensure your dog shines in every shot!

Step 2: The Image Reveal

Approximately 1-2 weeks after your photo session, we'll meet virtually for your image reveal. Together, we'll select your favorites, design your wall art, and make final decisions on how you'd like to enjoy your final images!

Step 3: Cherish Your Memories

Celebrate your beloved dog every day with your custom artwork. Our artwork is crafted to endure for generations, preserving your dog's beautiful legacy long into the future.

Personalized Pet Photography Experience - $495

Personalized, on-location photography experience designed to create beautiful artwork for your home. This experience includes planning assistance, travel to any location within Los Angeles County or Orange County for the photo session, a virtual image reveal and artwork design consultation to select your favorite images and decide where to display them, plus a $495 credit to use toward your final artwork selections. All pets and their people are welcome!

The Pet Portrait Artwork

Wall Art

Display your artwork proudly on your walls to enjoy in your home daily. Select from a variety of options that complement your style and home décor—whether it's modern metals, classic canvas, or museum-quality framed paintings—for a luxurious, artistic twist on traditional photographs. I'll even design your walls for you to show you how they'll appear in your space!

Fine Art Albums

Our albums make a stunning addition to any coffee table and are perfect for showcasing multiple images beautifully. This is not your typical album, it has thick layflat pages with no seam so that your images can be large and in charge. It's a beautiful way to showcase the images that we created together.

Portrait Collections

This is a highly favored method to preserve your prints, offering the perfect alternative to a fine art album. This box doubles as a tabletop frame, allowing for easy swapping of images whenever desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! Absolutely! Believe it or not, 95% of the dogs that I photograph are on leash. Leashes not only keep your best pal safe, but they are also important for following local laws when photographing in urban environments. Thanks to the wizardry of Photoshop, leashes will be removed from most final images.

  • Of course! I love documenting the wonderful connection between you and your dog. While we can certainly capture a traditional portrait of you both smiling at the camera, my clients especially love the candid images of the moments you share. If you're especially camera shy, I can still create some lovely, creative images that tell the story of your relationship. Please just trust me and remember that you don't need to purchase or display any images that you don't adore.

  • That’s entirely up to you! After your session fee of $495, there is no minimum purchase requirement, it all depends on how you want to enjoy your portraits. Prices for wall art start at $495, albums at $2095, portrait collections at $1495, and other smaller items at $40. Your session fee includes a $495 credit to use towards your artwork investment.

  • Not at all! Some of my favorite portraits are of dogs standing up. And rest assured, I have a DEEP well of unique sounds and tasty treats to grab their attention—even if it's just for that split second while I capture each image.

  • No problem, nervous/reactive dogs are my specialty! I have one too and I know all the best spots to make them feel comfortable during the photo session.

  • Everyone who lives in your household (furry or not) is welcome to participate in our session. In the interest of minimizing distractions, however, I do ask that only those who will be in the photos come along, and any helpers needed for pup wrangling. If you are interested in holding a session with your dog's best bud of your extended family, I would be happy to put together a custom quote.

  • My camera shutter speed goes all the way up to 1/8000 of a second – in other words, plenty fast enough to capture even the most active dog! My sessions never require your dog to sit, stay, and behave for hours (or even minutes) on end. One of the benefits of hiring a pet-specific photographer is that we know how to work with "hyper" models and still deliver gorgeous images, jam-packed with personality.

  • It's a big decision, but I'm here to help with plenty of recommendations. During our session planning call we'll discuss the look you're after, any special needs your dog might have (mobility challenges, anxiety, etc.) and scheduling constraints on your part (e.g. mornings only). With all of that in mind, we'll settle on the perfect location for your custom session.

  • Fur, feathers, scales, and tails – I photograph them all! While the majority of my clients are of the canine variety, I do photograph the equine and feline set from time to time.

  • It is very helpful to know what products you are interested in before the session, but you do not have to make any final decisions until we get together for you to view your final images.

  • I'm happy to say that 99% of the time, a little preparation on your end and a lot of experience on my end result in a set of photos you will absolutely adore, but I understand that there's no way for you to know that until you see them for yourself. If you're not happy with the photos from your session, I will make it right, whether that's by refunding your session fee or reshooting the session. 100% Guaranteed.

  • Your pets are the beating hearts of my business. Because I'm a pet photographer first and foremost, I not only know ALL the tricks and tips to create incredible images with four-legged subjects, but I'll also love and adore your precious animals, it's just who I am.

    We create art. Sure, digital files are available and many clients choose to add them onto their order. But here at Dog Inspired Photography, the primary focus is creating tangible, beautiful artwork that will bring you joy for years to come.

    Count on quality. Each portrait, piece of artwork, and product undergoes meticulous craftsmanship and careful attention to detail, guaranteeing that you get nothing but the finest quality. Whether your artwork is handmade in the UK or framed with genuine weathered Vermont barnwood, be confident that it originates from the best artisans in the field. If you're accustomed to photo prints from Costco, prepare for a remarkable revelation! Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed with Dog Inspired Photography, and if you don’t absolutely love your final artwork and products, I will buy them back from you, no questions asked.

The amount of effort that Ashley puts into what she loves is incredible. SO professional, takes breathtaking pics, took the time to check out the location I picked to make sure she had a vision before we met. We all had the best time ever!

- Vanessa, Santa Monica, CA