Professional photography is an easily justified expense. It takes a highly trained eye to take a good photo, and when it comes to pet photography, it takes a lot of patience and understanding as well. Pet photographers are highly trained experts in photography who know how to work with you and your pets, helping to create a calm and comfortable environment for the best shots possible. These pet photographers are all fantastic at what they do, and they are sure to create wonderful memories of you and your beloved canine or feline.
Dogs on White
389 S. Broadway
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 778-2340
www.dogsonwhite.com
Price: $385 session fee, includes three 8 by 10 prints and those images on disc
Hours: by appointment
Dogs on White takes a modern and fresh approach to dog photography. Photographer Susan Goddard founded the Dogs on White studio after spending 15 years in commercial photography. She realized that she just loves shooting dogs. During a one hour session she takes a slew of photos of your canine companion, and always keeps fresh water and treats on hand. Be sure to check out her FAQs for tips on how to prepare, what to bring and other important information.
Heather Green Photography
6205 S. Main Street
Suite 295
Aurora, CO 80016
(303) 514-2422
www.heathergreenphotography.com
Price: $695 sitting fee
Hours: by appointment
Heather Green Photography is unique in that she does both pet photography and photography of pets with their owners. Green has photographed some famous pets and their owners including Dennis Leary, Mike Shanahan, Debra Wilson, Carol Leifer and Ernie Bjorkmen. She travels throughout the country capturing fur families, but she lives right here in Colorado, so you may book her to take your special photos as well.
Jaime Rowe Photography
PO Box 621398
Littleton, CO 80162
(720) 884-6573
www.jaimerowephotography.com
Price: from $200
Hours: by appointment
Jamie Rowe Photography is an excellent service to truly capture your special pet in his or her own environment. A team of specially trained photographers will come to your home or meet you at your pup's favorite playplace. If your dog is scared or unruly, be sure to let them know ahead of time, as the studio specializes in working with difficult pets and will bring a certified dog trainer to the session to help create a calm and successful photo shoot. Rowe works with dogs, cats, horses and birds, but they are also open to other pets, so be sure to give them a call to check on that dignified iguana photo you've been dying for.
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Natasha Japp Photography
4130 Ammons St.
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
(303) 513-8017
www.natashajapp.com
Price: from $350
Hours: by appointment
Natasha Japp takes truly beautiful photos of pets. She always prefers to take photos outside a studio in a relaxed and natural setting for each pet. The photo session will include a consultation, up to a two-hour session for two dogs, an online proofing gallery, professional photo processing and retouching, and preparation of files for printing. In addition, she always donates a percentage of her creative fees to the animal rescue shelter of your choice.
Fur Face Pet Photography
Parker, CO
(720) 961-3649
www.furfacephoto.com
Price: from $135
Hours: by appointment
Photographer Alicia Rohlfing created Fur Face Pet Photography with your budget in mind. She is one of the most affordable pet photographers in Colorado, and her pricing includes the digital negatives so you can print more photos on your own. Don't be fooled by the low price, however, as her photos are also quite stunning and she does a tremendous job capturing the essence and spirit of each animal. Be sure to check out her fur baby photo package. For $260 you get two full photo sessions – one of your puppy or kitten during that super cute phase and again once your pet reaches adulthood. When both sessions are complete, she will provide you with a two- to four-minute video slideshow with all of the photos from both sessions.
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Deborah Flomberg is a theater professional, freelance writer and Denver native. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.