Pet Photo Mini Sessions

So many rescues are having a hard time staying afloat these days. Not only are there constant requests to take in animals, there are medical needs - from the basic to the more involved, long term and life saving - to a slowing down of adoptions and burnout by the humans called to do this work.
But the 24/7 operations and responsibility of the unwanted, too expensive, no time for, too old, sick, helpless.... who wind up in their care... doesn't stop.
That's why I partner with local pet rescues for my mini sessions. And in 2023, we've helped raise over $4000!

2024 howl-o-ween minis

**ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT!!**
My 2024 Howl-o-ween minis will be in partnership with the Victoria Bulldog Society! https://victoriabulldogsociety.com/

WHEN
Saturday, October 19, 10-1 
  • 10am(booked), 10:20am(booked), 10:40am(booked), 11am (booked), 11:20am, 12pm(booked), 12:20pm(booked), 12:40pm(booked), 1pm(booked)
Sunday, October 20, 11-2 
  • 11am, 11:20am(booked), 11:40am(booked), 12pm(booked), 12:40pm(booked), 1pm, 1:20pm(booked), 1:40pm(booked), 2pm(booked)
HOW DO THESE SESSIONS WORK?
These sessions take place in my stand-alone studio on a quiet residential street in the Gorge area of Saanich. We carefully manage arrivals and departures so if your pet is nervous or reactive to other pets, or if you and/or your pet prefer a quieter experience, these are good alternative to the more public sessions.
The session is short (15 mins) so if your dog is extra enthusiastic and is having trouble settling, you may be asked to sit with them!
Within a week after your session you'll get access to your own preview gallery so you can make your choices. Once you let me know, it takes 3-5 days until you'll get a notification that your final chosen image files are ready for download! YAY!
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
  • 15 minutes of studio time in my custom seasonal set (not sure exactly what it'll look like, but it will be Howl-o-weeny themed).
  • For ONE DOG sessions, your favourite 3 images 
  • For TWO DOG sessions, your favourite 5 images
  • A private on-line, preview gallery (of about 15 images) from which to choose your favourites depending on whether we did a ONE DOG session or TWO DOG session for you. These preview images will be lo-res and sport a watermark.
  • Your chosen edited, digital image files included with your session will be suited for sharing online/email and will also sport a special VBS Howl-o-ween logo to help spread the word and show your support of this fundraiser. Printable and non-logo'd versions can be purchased separately after you see your preview gallery... see below for pricing.
  • Personal Use License
OTHER IMPORTANT INFO
  • Your session payment in full reserves your session date/time
  • Once you make your booking, you will receive confirmation of payment and location of session 
  • There are 3 steps into my studio so if you or your pet will need help managing that, please let us know in advance
  • Maximum two human escorts per session (my studio is small!)
  • All images are delivered as digital downloads
  • Due to the fundraising nature of these sessions, sorry, no refunds
PRICING
$69/one dog, includes 3, lo-res digital images of your choosing
$89/two dogs, includes 5, lo-res digital images of your choosing
Additional images available for purchase, see below! 

UPGRADES
If you want more than what's included in your price package, you can choose more! YAY!
  • Additional low-res digital image files (suited for online sharing and email): $5 each, or $50 for your full gallery. These will also include the special Howl-o-ween logo!
  • High-res (suitable for print) digital image files: $20 each, or $95 for your full gallery. These will not include any watermarks or logos and will come with a Personal Print License so you can get them printed at a lab - whether local or online - of your choosing.
FAQs
What pets are welcome?
  • These sessions are open to dogs, cats, bunnies, birds and other domestic pets as long as they:
  1.  fit in my studio
  2. are suited temperament-wise to participate in a fast-paced photo sessionWhat about costumes?
  • Seasonal costumes are welcome, but always optional and only an idea if your pet is cool with such zany human ideas!
Can I join in?
  • Yes, you're welcome to join your pet in the session, though we'll expect you to give a good head tilt at the squeaky too!
If MINI SESSIONS aren't suitable for you or your pet, please visit my pet photography page for other types of sessions offered.
In 2023, with your help, and the help of the ADORABLE faces below, we raised over $4000 for local rescues!!!