PORTRAIT SESSIONS FOR DOGS
Portrait sessions created to capture the personality, spirit, and unique character of every dog.
Every dog has their own personality, spirit, and story, as well as a unique bond shared with the people who love them. Sophia’s portrait sessions are designed to capture those meaningful connections through natural, emotive imagery that can be treasured for years to come.
Each session is carefully tailored to each dog, whether that’s a relaxed studio session, a photoshoot in a favourite local location, or an adventure exploring beautiful landscapes further afield. The aim is to create timeless artwork that captures the individuality of every dog and the special moments shared together.
PORTRAIT SESSIONS INCLUDE
Consultation
Photoshoot planning and styling
1 - 2 hour studio or outdoor photoshoot
Image reveal and selection
2500 NOKFollowing the session, digital images, artwork, and bespoke collections are available to purchase separately, allowing the experience to be tailored to each client and the images they love most.
PORTRAIT SESSION PRICING
Portrait sessions can take place anywhere in the world. International pricing may vary depending on location and travel requirements. Please contact Sophia to discuss travel options outside of Lillehammer, Norway.
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“The artwork Sophia produced is out of this world, she has perfectly captured the essence of my dog and the editing is beautifully seamless. I am so delighted with the entire experience and the incredible pictures and memories we now have from it. Thank you sophia.”
Rebecca Hiden
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“I wanted to book a photoshoot for a long time, but put it off as Loki is anxious. This year we braved it and I’m so glad we did as we had the best experience with Sophia. Her affinity with dogs shined through. A truly memorable experience. The photos are incredible.”
Lorren Francis
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“We had a studio portrait session with Sophia and thoroughly enjoyed it. Sophia was very professional, flexible, patient and worked with us to get the desired results. The whole process was an enjoyable experience and I was delighted with the final results.”
Chery Wheatley
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“This was the most wonderful experience. So worth every penny and exceptionally reasonably priced considering how talented Sophia is. She is so kind and thoughtful and works so well with both people and dogs alike! Go for it, you won’t regret it for a moment.”
Phillipa Bradford
FAQs
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Sophia is based in Lillehammer, UK. She works both locally and internationally as her portrait sessions can take place anywhere in the world.
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There's absolutely no need for your dog to be off-lead. Collars and leads can be edited out of your final photos If you have any specific concerns about your dog being on or off-lead, feel free to discuss them with Sophia beforehand and this will be factored into the planning when she tailors the session to accommodate every dog’s needs.
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If it’s just light rain or overcast skies, then it’s no problem! However, if the weather poses a safety risk or will significantly impact the quality of the photos, Sophia will reschedule your session to a more suitable day at no extra charge. Sophia keeps a close eye on the weather forecast leading up to every session, and if it looks like there might be an issue, she’ll be in touch to discuss alternative options.
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While there is no strict limit to the number of dogs that can attend a session, it is important to consider how many dogs can comfortably be photographed within the session timeframe. Sessions are typically tailored for one or two dogs from the same household, allowing enough time to capture each dog’s personality and create a relaxed experience.
If additional dogs or other pets are to be included, this can be discussed during the consultation process to ensure the session is planned accordingly.