Award-Winning Dog Photographer in Cheshire & the North West
Fine-art dog photography in Cheshire, Liverpool and Manchester, creating timeless portraits of dogs and their people — at home or on location.
Beautiful Dog Photography, Designed to Become Artwork
Your dog is part of your family, not a prop. Holly’s sessions are calm, unhurried and designed around your dog’s personality, whether that’s playful, sensitive or somewhere in between.
Holly photographs dogs in familiar environments or carefully chosen outdoor locations across Cheshire and the North West, creating meaningful images that are later transformed into bespoke artwork for your home.
A Relaxed, Dog-Led Photography Experience
From your first enquiry to choosing your finished artwork, everything is carefully guided.
✔ Pre-session planning to suit your dog
✔ On-location or at-home photography session
✔ Gentle direction, no forced poses
✔ Professional editing and artwork design
No rushed sessions. No pressure. Just a thoughtful experience focused on creating portraits you’ll love for years to come.
holly freja - prestige awards Manchester and North West England pet photographer of the year 2025/26
the session types
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Outdoor
Holly showcases your dog enjoying the natural world in her outdoor sessions. Organic, dog-led sessions make for stunning portraits that you will be proud to display!
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Studio
Holly brings the studio to you with her portable sessions. With a range of different coloured backdrops, you will be sure to find a style that suits you and your dog!
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Commercial
Holly has multiple years experience in product and commercial photography, so is able to tell the story your brand wants to convey. No brief is too big or too small!
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Events
Holly has shot for multiple different events, including London Dog Week, Pup Up Cafe’s and Yap Yap Dog events. She will happily attend your pet related event!
testimonials
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![Brown and white Springer Spaniel in a green woodland]()
"We recently had a photo shoot with Holly to capture pictures of our new puppy, Bruno. We would recommend her 100%. The session was relaxed and completely tailored to Bruno’s pace. Nothing was too much trouble, and Holly remained professional throughout. After the shoot, her communication was exceptional. Once the photos were ready, Holly came to us and was, again, incredibly professional. All of the photos are brilliant—now we just have the hard task of choosing our favourites!"
Steph and Bruno the Springer Spaniel
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"From the very beginning of our experience with Holly, it was clear that she is not only an incredibly talented photographer, but also a genuinely kind and compassionate person who truly understands animals especially puppies. During the photoshoot, Holly handled every single one of my dogs, including the young puppies, with such gentleness and care. Anyone who has worked with animals particularly tiny, delicate puppies knows how important patience and a calm presence are, and Holly embodied that perfectly. She took her time, never rushed them, and created an environment where they felt safe and relaxed. It was honestly so reassuring to watch, and it made the whole experience enjoyable rather than stressful. Her professionalism also really stood out. She came fully prepared, knew exactly how to position the puppies to capture their best features, and paid attention to every tiny detail from lighting and angles to the smallest expressions. You can tell she has a true passion for what she does, and that passion shines through in her work. And the photographs… they are absolutely incredible. Each image is beautifully composed, full of warmth, personality, and detail. Holly has an amazing ability to capture not just how the puppies look, but who they are their little expressions, their innocence, their charm. The final photos feel timeless, the kind you treasure forever. I couldn’t be happier with the results. These aren’t just photos they’re memories captured perfectly. I would wholeheartedly recommend Holly to anyone looking for a photographer who is not only highly skilled, but also kind, patient, and truly dedicated to her craft."
Marie at Mallimar Chihuahuas
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"We had Holly to photograph my puppy, he can be very energetic and hard to stay still at the moment but her and her partner did such a good job keeping him concentrated and a good boy, and the pictures she took were gorgeous. We will definitely be hiring her again when he’s older to get some adult pictures of him done, they came out beautifully."
Alice, Robin and Enzo the Cane Corso
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![A happy yellow Labrador dog sitting on a dirt path surrounded by tall green ferns with a castle visible in the background.]()
"We had the best experience, Holly and her partner were amazing! We can’t fault anything! They were professional but so friendly and easy to talk to which instantly put us at ease. They took the time to make sure Bella was comfortable and were very patient with her. We really enjoyed the outdoor photoshoot and love all of the pictures so much! The communication was great and we got the photos back so fast! I’d highly recommend Holly to anyone and will definitely go to her again when wanting to book another photoshoot with Bella!"
Chloe, Kieran and Bella the Labrador
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![A Pomeranian dog.]()
"I cannot Recommend Holly enough, so professional and patient with my playful puppy, she did everything in her power to keep him occupied and comfortable, while taking some amazing photos of him, I will definitely be using her again in future, so friendly and her work / skills are just unreal, Thank you so much again!"
Skyana and Milo the Pomeranian
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![A black dachshund dog wearing a camouflage harness in a forest, sitting behind a fallen moss-covered log with rocks on the ground.]()
"We had such a great experience with Holly Freja Photography at the weekend. Our outdoor session was so relaxed and enjoyable, even when the walk got a little muddy (sorry again!), Holly and Ethan were total troopers. They were incredibly patient and had so many clever tricks to get Dora to look at the camera with her tongue not hanging out. The photos are absolutely stunning, even better than I could have imagined. HIGHLY recommend!"
Sally, Josh and Dora the Dachshund
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![A woman and a man examining a Siberian Husky dog together, with the woman petting the dog's head and the man holding the dog's chin.]()
"I found Holly through the Tilly project when our husky was diagnosed with a brain tumor. I can't thank her enough for the amazing memories she provided. He has passed away a couple of weeks later, but we have photos we can cherish forever. I can't wait to turn them in to wall art. Holly and her partner Ethan were so patient with Miller, especially given his high anxiety levels and the fact that he couldn't stand still due to issues with his back legs. despite that we got the most amazing pictures of our beloved Miller. I would recommend them to anyone wanting photos of their pets. I also recommend anyone who has a dog with not long to live to get an end of life photoshoot if they can. and no matter how you think you will look on photos get family pictures."
Sarah and Miller the Husky
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![Close-up of a black cockapoo dog with brown eyes and a shiny black nose against a neutral gray background.]()
"I have 2 dogs, chocolate and fully black and both are notoriously difficult to photograph. I love my dogs and they are definitely my 5th and 6th children, so was frustrated that whenever I took photos of them they looked like black and brown cotton balls, with zero definition. After speaking with Holly and being impressed with her portfolio, we had her come over to photograph them both and the results were amazing. You could see every detail in their gorgeous faces and they loved being little models for the afternoon. Holly managed to get my very active cockapoo to sit still and love the limelight. I would recommend to anyone, and will definitely be back. Thank you Holly"
Sarah, Ebony the Cockapoo and Tilly the Labradoodle
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![A playful black and tan dachshund jumping with paws raised against a yellow background.]()
"I don’t even know where to start with how incredible Holly and her photography skills are! I went on Monday with my very wild 1 year old dachshund who has selective hearing at the best of times, let alone when you want him to sit in one place! Holly is so loving with dogs and you can tell how much she loves them and loves what she does. I can’t even put into words how much I adore every single photo she has given me! They are going to be so so treasured and displayed proudly! We did photos with his lead on for a few to actually get him to stay still and she has managed to edit this out incredibly! I would highly HIGHLY recommend Holly in a heartbeat, she is a beautiful soul and has a beautiful vision! She truly captured Frank in the most incredible way, I don’t think you realise what you have truly done here Holly I’m so grateful for them, I feel like a proud mum getting her child’s first school pictures ❤️"
Emma and Frank the Dachshund
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![Close-up of an orange tabby cat with green eyes and pink nose against white background.]()
"Holly came to my house to photograph my two cats. She was friendly, professional, and really patient with my cats, one of whom really did not want to be photographed! Despite this she managed to get amazing photos of both of them. I received my digital prints within just a few days and communication was faultless. Couldn't be happier and very highly recommended."
Heidie, Basil and Percy the Cats
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![Close-up of a cream-coloured dachshund dog with a neutral background.]()
"Absolutely fantastic. Holly came out to do a little shoot for one of our dogs who is a little shy around new people but thanks to how professional they where the he felt super comfortable an we got some brilliant pics that I’m over the moon with. Thank you 👍🏼"
Nicholas and James Blonde the Dachshund
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![A cute French Bulldog sitting against a bright yellow background.]()
"Holly and her partner attended our home for our dogs first photoshoot (22/12) At the age of 5, he can be quite unreliable and impatient but Holly dealt with him with complete patience and curiosity. Holly was extremely professional and honest and set out the expectations for the shoot, bringing props and decor to use at our choosing. I was expecting a quick in and out job but the fact Holly took her time, didn’t rush anything and went at a pace our dog was happy with was extremely appreciated. Thank you again Holly."
Joe and Snuff the Frenchie
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![A woman grooming a light-colored dog on a grooming table in a grooming salon with white brick walls.]()
"Highly recommend Holly! I asked Holly if she’d assist with some marketing photos for social media for my pet business, Holly went above and beyond she listened to my requirements, did her own research and offered suggestions, gave me all the info I needed prior to shoot day, and on the day took all the time required to make sure she got some great shots. My dog isn’t great with strangers but Holly took the time to get to know him and help him relax for the shoot! She had a quick turn around with the edits and nothing was too much trouble. I did some research before going with Holly and she is definitely amazing value for money! Thanks again!!"
Kim from Winwick Bark
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![Portrait of a small black and tan dog with one ear flopped and one ear upright, against a plain beige background.]()
"I cannot express enough gratitude to Holly and Partner for the incredible gift they gave me during one of the hardest times in my life. My beloved dog was terminally ill, and I wanted to capture our bond in photographs that would last forever. Holly and her partner went above and beyond in every way—they were professional, compassionate, patient, and so understanding of my dog’s needs and my emotions during this difficult time. The photographs they captured are absolutely beautiful and have become one of my greatest treasures. These images preserve the love and joy my boy brought to my life, and I know I’ll cherish them forever. If you’re looking for photographers who truly care, pour their heart into their work, and bring comfort to their clients, I cannot recommend Holly Freja Photography highly enough. They gave me a priceless gift, and I will forever be grateful. Thank you for turning such a painful time into something filled with love and lasting beauty. I'll never be able to thank you enough. ❤️"
Charlotte with Harry and Tilly
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![Two brown and black cockapoos, one lying on the floor and the other sitting inside an open brown leather suitcase against a mint green background.]()
"I had a photoshoot for my 2 cockapoos and I am SO pleased with the pictures. We had the best time doing the shoot, Holly and her partner were amazing with the dogs. I love that the shoot was at my home as this meant the dogs were so much more relaxed. My puppy had zoomies mid-shoot and Holly and her partner were so patient which meant we still got SO many shots! We had lots of backdrops to choose from and Holly also brought some bows for my dogs. Thank you xxx"
Ellie with Lilo and Lola the Cockapoos
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![A French Bulldog sitting on a pink surface, surrounded by red heart-shaped confetti, with red hearts hanging on a pink background.]()
"Holly and Ethan were friendly and patient, instantly making both of my French Bulldogs, Bella and Beanie feel comfortable. She really captured the most beautiful pictures of Bella and Beanie, which we’ll cherish forever. I’m so grateful for their patience and skill in working with my dogs, and the final photos are simply stunning. Highly recommend if you want to capture beautiful memories of your furry friends!"
Cecilia with Bella and Beanie the French Bulldogs
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![A black curly-haired dog wearing a light blue and white checkered bow tie, looking directly at the camera with a neutral background.]()
"I would highly recommend Holly. We had a great session with her. She was very patient with 🐕🦺 who didn’t always want to sit. Buddy is a black dog & we didn’t have any good photos of him, Holly captured him perfectly. Thank you ☺️"
Nicola and Buddy the Schnoodle
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![Close-up of a happy, fluffy cream-colored dog with a pink tongue and brown eyes against a plain beige background.]()
"I met Holly at Charlie & Co, Nantwich yesterday as I had booked Barney in for a photoshoot. She was very patient with Barney who is nearly 3 years old and just wanted to sniff around and discover new places. He would sit for a couple of photos, then would go wandering and sniffing, he was scared he was missing out on something. He would then sit again for a couple of photos and then off he would go. Holly & Ethan were both very patient with him. I have received my 5 photos today and they are lovely, he looks so cute in them. I would definitely do another photoshoot, next time I think I would book Holly to come to my house instead. Thank you Holly & Ethan."
Lisa and Barney the Cavapoo
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![A happy couple kneeling on a hardwood floor, smiling with a fluffy Chow Chow dog in front of a Christmas decorated background including a Christmas tree, decorated fireplace, and holiday decorations. A sign reading 'Merry Christmas' is visible in the scene.]()
"We had a mini photo session with Holly at Christmas and absolutely loved the photos. She was very patient with our chow chow Meeno who got a little excited and made us feel really comfortable infront of the camera. The photos are amazing and beautifully edited. Thankyou so much!"
Helen and Meeno the Chow Chow
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![Blonde Long Haired Dachshund with Green Harness in Autumnal Foliage]()
"We booked a photoshoot with Holly, and I’m so so glad we did. Spencer can be very nervous of new people but after only a few minutes, he was all over Holly & her partner - he felt safe with her & her camera! It’s always amazing seeing the behind the scenes and then the pictures come to life - the pictures are honestly incredible, we will treasure these forever ❤️ thank you so much Holly!"
Sophie, Kieran and Spencer the Dachshund
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"We had such a lovely experience with Holly, she’s so friendly and was so good with Cooper! The pictures were absolutely amazing. Would absolutely recommend Holly."
Chloe and Cooper the Cocker Spaniel
FAQs
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Absolutely! When Holly is photographing your dog, their safety is her most important consideration. She will show you how to hold the lead most effectively to allow her to easily remove this in post-production.
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Holly allows up to two hours for her photoshoots, meaning that she doesn’t have to rush your or your dogs. The first thing she does is let your dog get to know her and become comfortable with Holly, to ensure that your dog has the best time possible.
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Not at all! Holly loves a challenge, so no matter what level of training your dog is at, Holly will strive to give you beautiful images. Holly also entrusts her husband Ethan to assist on shoots, and he is her right-hand man for helping your dog get into their model poses!
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Not at all! Holly has travelled all over the UK photographing dogs. Her session fee covers travel up to 40 miles away, however she is happy to come further afield. When you book your shoot, please let Holly know whereabouts you are based and she can discuss travel options with you.
Portfolios
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Sessions
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