5 Reasons to hire a Professional Pet Photographer!

1. Your pet is part of your family

If you think about it, you probably wouldn’t hesitate to book a professional photographer to capture images of your family; whether this be celebrate the birth of a new baby, a landmark birthday, or perhaps to photograph your wedding. Our pets are a part of our family, and they deserve their moment to shine as well. A professional pet photographer will capture your pet’s personality, and if you choose to have regular photo sessions, you’ll be able to chart their growth from small puppy to old puppy!

2. Your phone camera is okay, but what can’t it do?

Don’t get me wrong, I love the camera on my phone…it’s convenient and certainly not as big and bulky as my Sony! What makes such a difference is that with my camera I can capture the moments that are ordinarily missed, and these can be edited to a professional standard; thus brining out the best side of your best furry (or scaly!) friends. On the technical side of things, DSLR and mirrorless cameras have much larger sensors, a variety of lens options, and allow you to print to a large format without impeding quality of image.

3. Thinking of the unthinkable

One of the worst parts about being a pet owner is the reality that we have to let go at some point. Whilst we all wish that our pets could live forever, you’ll be grateful to have photographs to look back on and cherish. Instead of blurry, grainy images that are poorly lit or have half a thumb in the frame, you can have beautiful images that capture your pet’s personality and the bond that you shared.

4. You can’t put a price on memories

Photographs will never lose their sentimentality. Like any type of professional photography, pet portraits may seem like a bit of a luxury, however the investment is so worth it. Images are a fantastic way to capture and hold on to memories, and as your pet ages, your photographs will become more important. When you feel nostalgic, you can look through your album or up at your framed art on the wall and remember all of the fun times you had with your best friend. This is an investment that you won’t forget.

5. You get to be photographed with your best friend(s)

When you’re the person taking pictures, you miss out on being captured in the moment with your pet. The best way to show that your pet is an important part of the family is to get them involved in the family photoshoot! And while it can feel a bit cringey to get photographed on your own or you may feel nervous about being the star of the show, getting your pet involved means that you can capture some beautiful imagery whilst having fun and not feeling awkward.