The process
From inquiry to keepsake.
A session is a small, unhurried thing — but a few quiet steps run behind it. Here is what to expect from the moment you write, to the day your gallery arrives in your inbox.
- 01
You reach out
Tell me about your dog through the booking form — their name, their nature, the kind of light you imagine. I read every message myself, usually within a day or two unless I'm deep in the field.
- 02
We plan the day
A short conversation over email about timing, location, and what matters most to you. I'll suggest places on the island that suit your dog's personality — quiet forests for thoughtful souls, open beaches for runners, soft meadows for puppies and seniors.
- 03
The session
We meet at the chosen place, often near sunrise or in the last hour before sunset, when the light is at its kindest. I move slowly. Your dog forgets I'm there. You walk, throw a ball, sit in the grass — and I wait for the moments that tell the truth.
- 04
Hand editing
Over the following two to three weeks, I work through every frame and edit your final images with the same care I bring to a wildlife portfolio. Color, light, presence — never filters, never AI.
- 05
Your private gallery
You'll receive a password-protected online gallery — beautifully presented, mobile-friendly, easy to share with family. Inside, you can favorite images, download full-resolution files, and order fine art prints if you wish. The gallery stays live for one full year.
A few honest notes
- · Sessions in Victoria are seasonal. If I'm away, you'll join a small waitlist and I'll reach out as soon as I return.
- · Weather rarely cancels a session — soft grey skies often make the most poetic images. We only reschedule for heavy rain.
- · A 30% deposit secures your date. The remainder is due before the gallery is delivered.
- · Your full-resolution files are yours forever. Print them, share them, hold them close.