FAQ

• Before the session

What is included in the session fee?

  • Consultation plus the time and talent of the photographer during your session
  • Up to a 2 hour session for 2 pets and 2 people*
  • Donation of 5% of your session fee to an animal shelter or rescue of your choice
  • Private online proofing gallery
  • Professional photo processing and retouching (approximately 2-3 hours for each session hour)
  • Preparation of files for printing, creative and artistic edits and other enhancements
  • Up to 50 miles round trip from Wheat Ridge (zip code 80033)

* Charges for additional pets or people are $50 each and it will include 10 more digital proofs.

Will you photograph more than one pet?
I will photograph up to two pets during the same session for the fee listed. Each additional pet costs $50 extra.

How should I prepare my pet for the shoot?
Grab that brush and give the pooch a grooming! Or not!

Can I be in the pictures?
Absolutely.

What equipment do you use?
I use the Canon 1Ds Mark II.

• Fees & Policies

Do you require a deposit?
I require a $75.00 nonrefundable deposit (deducted from your fee) to book your date. It’s payable by check or credit card through PayPal. Full payment and a signed model/property release are due at your session day.

What if I get sick or my pet is ill on our shoot date?
Just let me know 24 hours before the scheduled time to set a new date. If you postpone your shoot with fewer than 24 hours’ notice, you will incur a 50% postponement fee.

What if it rains/snows?
We’ll work together to reschedule the session with no fees. But snow photographs are awesome, just keep that in mind!

What if I need to cancel altogether?
If you cancel your shoot date, you will forfeit your deposit. All deposits are nonrefundable.

• Details

What should I bring to the shoot?
Your pet’s favorite treats, squeaky toys, or other favorite distractions. I will have some treats and toys as well.

What should I wear?
Something fun! Be yourself…

How many pictures do you take during the session?
I’ll take approximately 200-300 images in a session.

• After the session

What happens after the shoot?
I will review, process and retouch your images; You’ll receive a link to your private proofing gallery 7-10 days after the session. Then you can choose which prints, products or collections you’d like to order from your pet and dog photography session.

Place your order and wait for them to arrive. Display and enjoy! Brag to the world!

What can I do with the digital files?
I will provide a print release, which means that you can print the images for personal use without copyright infringement. You cannot use them for commercials, advertisement, or contests or resell the images without my written consent.