Pet Photography Session Types and Pricing

From Puppies to Senior Pets—A Session for Every Stage

Curious about pet photography session types and pricing? From puppies to senior pets, I offer sessions for every stage of life.

Maybe you just brought home a new puppy or kitten. Maybe it’s time for updated photos of your beloved dog or cat. Or maybe you want to honor the bond with a senior or terminally ill pet.

Whatever stage your pet is in, I have a session that fits. You’ll find an overview of each one below, so you can choose the option that works best for you and your pet.

Signature Session

Greyhound kissing her happy owner outside in Loudoun County, VA.

Personalized for you and your pet
Outdoors: A customized photo shoot for you and your pet. Held on my private property or at a location that’s meaningful to you, such as your home or a favorite park.
Indoors: For pets who are more comfortable inside—such as cats, birds, or lizards.
Session fee: $225 (Mon–Thurs) / $275 (Fri–Sun)
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Watch Me Grow Plan

Collage of three outdoor images from a Golden Retriever's first year.

Three shoots during your pet’s first year
Milestone sessions: 8–12 weeks (puppy/kitten stage), 6 months (growing fast), and 1 year (young adult). Timing is flexible and is tailored to your pet and how quickly they’re growing.
Includes: A custom-framed collage and $500 print credit
Plan price: $1,495 (valued at $1,950)
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Forever in Our Hearts

Photo of a woman hugging her older dog outside in Northern VA.

Because some moments can’t wait
When time is limited, photos become even more meaningful. These sessions honor your pet and the bond you share, creating heartfelt images you’ll always have. Whether we meet outdoors or in your home, I’ll make sure it’s comfortable and stress-free.
Session fee: $225 (Mon–Thurs) / $275 (Fri–Sun)
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Whether your dog is a mellow senior, a wiggly puppy, or a total fiend for action—or your cat thinks posing is optional—you want photos that reflect who they are and how much they mean to you. I’ll guide you every step of the way. That way you can relax and enjoy the experience—even if your pet isn’t perfectly behaved. (And let’s be honest—most of them aren’t!)

Signature Session

My Signature Session is designed to give you a personalized experience and beautiful, custom portraits of your pet. Whether you want action shots of your pup chasing a ball, a classic portrait of them sitting tall and alert, family photos, or a mix of everything, we’ll create the session around what matters most to you.

Most sessions take place outdoors on my private property in Loudoun County. I’ve designed it specifically for pet photography, specifically for pet photography, with antique trucks, natural boulders, and garden areas that photograph beautifully.

Prefer a different setting? If there’s a location that’s meaningful to you—like your home or a favorite park—I’m happy to meet you there. I also offer indoor sessions for pets who don’t go outside, like cats, birds, or lizards. That way, they can stay comfortable in a familiar space.

The session fee includes your pre-session consultation, photo shoot and your ordering appointment. Prints and other products are purchased separately.
Session fee: $225 (Mon–Thurs) / $275 (Fri–Sun)

“We couldn’t be more thrilled with the experience and the results. She brought out Bear’s personality and knew exactly how to use light and angles to get fantastic results. The final photos were beautifully edited and absolutely capture the joyful nature of our good boy. Ellen even came to my house to measure, size, and professionally hang our artwork. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for frame-worthy portraits that truly capture your dog.” —Lauren, Bear’s mom

Watch Me Grow

The first year flies by—and this plan helps you remember every stage with beautiful portraits. From tiny paws and oversized ears to clumsy steps and the first signs of adulthood, I’ll capture it all.We’ll take our time, keep things low-stress, and focus on bringing out your pet’s personality. These photos will help you hold on to those memories, long after the puppy stage has passed.

This plan includes three milestone sessions during your puppy’s or kitten’s first year—typically around 8–12 weeks, 6 months, and 1 year. The timing is flexible and based on your pet and how they’re growing.

You’ll receive a framed collage featuring one photo from each session. Plus you get a $500 print credit to use toward your favorite products. Whether you’re drawn to wall art, an album, or something else entirely, I’ll help you design pieces that not only reflect your style but show off your pet’s first year.

Just like with my Signature Session, you’ll choose your favorite images and decide what to order after you’ve seen your photos.
Plan price: $1,495 (valued at $1,950)

Forever in Our Hearts

When time is short, photographs become even more meaningful. For pets nearing the end of life, these sessions offer a way to hold onto their spirit and the bond you share—while there’s still time.

We’ll keep everything flexible and completely tailored to your pet’s needs. Whether we meet outdoors or in your home, I’ll work with you to make your experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible. These sessions can be emotional, but they’re also incredibly meaningful. One of my clients said it best: “My heart will forever have a piece of closure thanks to Ellen. And these photos will forever be part of me.”

If you’re reaching out for this type of photo shoot, please let me know—I’ll do everything I can to schedule a session for you quickly.

The session fee includes the photo shoot, your post-session ordering appointment, and a complimentary keepsake memory print featuring a meaningful quote to honor your pet.
Session fee: $225 (Mon–Thurs) / $275 (Fri–Sun)

“I can’t begin to express the depth of gratitude I feel for Ellen. Saying goodbye to a pet is one of the hardest experiences a person can go through, but Ellen brought such tenderness, respect, and love to our end-of-life photo session that it became one of the most beautiful days I will ever remember…. What Ellen offers is more than photography—it’s a gift. If you’re considering an end-of-life session, I cannot recommend Ellen highly enough.” —Jordan, Luna’s mom

Photo Products & Pricing

From classic framed prints and canvases to contemporary metal wall art and custom albums, I offer a curated selection of photo products. Each piece transforms your favorite images into artwork you’ll treasure for years. Everything is made with archival-quality materials to ensure lasting beauty.

Whether you’re picturing a statement piece, a framed collection, or an heirloom album, I’ll guide you through the options. We’ll find what fits your space, your style, and your budget. I also use software that shows your photos to scale on your own walls, so you’ll know exactly how they’ll look before you order.

Example of a room showing how different size pet photos will look on a wall.

I fully retouch every photo you purchase as a printed product. That means removing leashes (if needed), pet fur on your clothing (almost definitely!), and other fine-tuned edits to make you and your pets look your best. You’ll also receive free web-sized digital files of every photo you’ve purchased in print, perfect for sharing online or with family and friends.

Most of my clients invest between $500 and $5,000 in their custom artwork. That could be a collection of smaller prints or a combination of wall art and a custom album. I’ll always work within your budget to help you choose what fits your home—and makes your heart happy every time you walk by.

You can pay in full, split it into two payments, or set up a payment plan—whatever works best for you.

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