Sessions can occur in studio, back yard, urban settings or park. Locations are chosen according to you and your pet.  Some dogs require a quiet setting do to reactivity and others can hand being photographed almost anywhere.  The perfect location can be determined during the pre-shoot consultation.  The greater Edmonton areas has many beautiful locations.

We do not to shoot in dog parks.  They are full of distractions!

YES! Most of the dogs I photograph outdoors are on leash. I prefer a safety first policy.  Leashes are removed in Photoshop. It is best to have your dog in a flat collar rather than a harness and use a long lead.  I can provide a long lead if necessary.

I am an advocate for force free training. Prong collars and shock collars aren’t for me.  Please do not bring one to your session

Yup!  Every session is unique and has its challenges.  I will work hard to find the best way to capture your dog. Sit and stay are great qualities but not required.

I accept online payment via E-transfer, Visa, MasterCard.

We can shoot almost anytime of day depending on location.  The last 2 hours before sunset is the most ideal time to shoot outdoors.  The quality of light it beautiful and warm.  Please note this time of day is the most coveted & books up first.  Plan ahead.  Here in Alberta that could be 2:30pm in the winter months or 9 pm in the summer months.

Summer and Autumn can be very busy times and you may need to book at least a month in advance.

Should a situation arise and a reschedule is needed that’s not a problem.  Please try to give notice as soon as possible.  Sometimes weather can be a factor for postponing a session.  Since weather can be unpredictable a postponement can happen  hours before a session.  I will make the call.  In fact I have been on my way to a session and we had to reschedule once we arrived due to a freak heavy rain shower.  Stuff happens!  Please remember that session fee are non-refundable.  But that doesn’t mean your fee is fore-fit, it just means it is transferred to the next date. 

The first thing to think about for clothes is whether you want to be formal or casual in dress.  From there select a color palette that coordinates if there is more than 1 person.  You don't all have to match exactly but a level of coordination keeps the images clean and classic.  If it is just you then chose you favorites.  What makes you feel amazing.  Try to keep patterns to a minimum.  Solid color over patter when possible.  Try not to dress in the same colors of your dog.  We al love wearing black but if your dog is black they can become lost in the image.  You are always welcome to send me a picture of your ideas so we can discuss the options.