Golden retriever dog named Kylie celebrating her 10th birthday with a bone-shaped cake, balloons, and festive photos.
A chocolate dachshund wearing a Birthday Girl bandana poses among colorful balloons, rainbow decor, and pink floral arrangements.
Baby girl first birthday cake smash photo collage with pink tutu, gold star decorations, colorful cake, and balloons on white backdrop.
Baby girl first birthday cake smash photo collage with black and white border collie dog, pink decorations, and gold ONE balloons.
A fluffy red Goldendoodle wearing a birthday hat and blue bandana celebrates its first birthday with a cupcake.

Birthday / Gotcha Day Sessions


ALWAYS BOOKING


For Pets or Children!

While end of life is important to document, there are many occasions along the journey also worthy of a photo shoot- Gotcha Day, a 5th Birthday, a 10th Birthday. Come to the studio for a special celebration filled with party hats, streamers, balloons, confetti, tutus and cake.

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A fluffy brown doodle dog wearing a party hat and blue bandana licks its nose beside a birthday cupcake with a number 1 candle.
What Fall Sessions Are Best For:

 

Dogs who thrive outdoors

Families wanting classic, seasonal portraits

Clients who love rich color and autumn textures

Holiday card images and year-end keepsakes

Anyone who prefers cooler weather sessions

 

Golden retriever dog celebrates 10th birthday with cake, balloons, and party decorations in a festive photo collage.

Dates & Location

Fall sessions are limited and fill quickly due to shorter daylight hours and high demand.

 

If fall is your favorite season, early booking is strongly recommended.

Booking early allows:

  • Access to preferred dates and peak foliage windows
  • First choice of locations

• Less competition for calendar space


Oct 6th-Nov 2nd | Limited Availability


Sessions are held throughout the St. Louis area, with locations selected intentionally for peak fall color and light. Favorites include Forest Park, Tower Grove, and Busch Wildlife, along with select woodland and park locations chosen for seasonal foliage.


If you have a location you love, we’re happy to plan it together after booking. Fall sessions are outdoor-focused and designed to take advantage of the season’s natural beauty.

 

Black doodle dog wearing party hat licks whipped cream from cup held by hand, with gold balloons in background.

Session Options

A studio setup designed for expressive close-ups

 

— $345

Includes:

  • 30 minutes session in-studio
  • 1 set up for cake smash
  • **cake not included
  • Additional portrait - non birthday bonus image
  • One Pet or One Child (except for twins)
  • Pre-shoot consultation
  • Private online gallery of all the best images
  • 5 edited digital images, client’s selection



Optional Add-Ons

After viewing your gallery, you may choose to:

* Add additional digital images or image bundles

* Upgrade to the full gallery


Professional prints and keepsakes are also available for those who want something tangible — always optional.


 

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FAQ

BEFORE THE SESSION

 

Once you’re ready to book, you’ll receive a link to complete your booking form, sign the session agreement, and pay your reservation retainer. You’ll also receive a pre-session questionnaire so I can learn more about your dog’s personality and preferences—those details go a long way in creating a relaxed, successful session.



Phone consultations are available if you’d like to talk through questions or special requests. The process is designed to be simple, stress-free, and tailored to your dog.

AFTER THE SESSION

Turnaround is typically 2-3 weeks. Each gallery is carefully curated and fully retouched, with a print release included.


You may also choose to:

• Purchase additional images or bundle

• Upgrade to the full gallery

• Order professional prints, albums, or wall art


Editing & Artistic Style

I remove distractions like leashes or stray eye boogies, color-correct, and enhance each image to reflect your dog’s personality at its best. Final artistic choices and post-production style are part of my creative process. Special editing requests can be accommodated for an additional fee.



 

CANCELLATIONS & WEATHER

 

 

If you’re unable to attend your session due to an exceptional circumstance, your retainer will be issued as a credit toward a future session. Monetary refunds are not available.



 

HEIRLOOM PRODUCTS + WALL ART

While your session includes fully edited digital images, my goal is for your portraits to become lasting artwork in your home. From fine art prints to metal wall art, canvases, and albums, professional-quality products are available to help you display your dog’s portraits in a way that’s beautiful and personal.



Your dog deserves more than a screen, and your home deserves the art.

 

INVESTMENT

 

All sessions require a $100 retainer, applied toward your session fee. This secures your session date and time and is non-refundable due to the exclusive reservation. The remaining balance is due on or before your session date.

 

Adorable brown cockapoo dog wearing a colorful polka dot party hat and blue bandana sitting among confetti.
A tan dog with floppy ears sits on white bedding, tongue out, looking at the camera with an adorable expression.
Close-up portrait of a happy tan dog with a big nose, bright brown eyes, and tongue out against white background.
A happy black and white Border Collie with tongue out and squinting eyes poses against a white background.
Adorable light brown and white pit bull puppy tilting its head curiously against a white background.
A droopy-faced Saint Bernard dog with foam around its mouth sits against a teal background.
A black Labrador dog with soulful blue eyes poses against a teal background in a professional portrait photo.
Adorable brown and white puppy with floppy ears posing against a dark blue studio background.
A cute fawn pug dog sits upright against a dark teal background, gazing forward with soulful brown eyes.