Is a studio dog photography session right for your dog?
Studio dog photography can sound exciting of course, but it’s completely normal to wonder whether your dog will actually cope in a studio environment.
With my studio dog photography day in South London taking place on 1st March, this post is here to help you decide whether a studio session is the right fit for your dog, and what you can expect if you book.
Who studio sessions work well for
Studio sessions are often a great option for most dogs in all honesty, including sensitive or reactive dogs who benefit from calm, predictable spaces. Because I make sure to set up the environment in a controlled and quiet way, many dogs find studio sessions surprisingly settling.
My timings are set up to ensure that there’s only one dog per slot - not a big stressful queue. I’m also happy to accommodate more reactive dogs in more detail if that’s something you need - please just ask.
This is also true in the way I handle interactions with your dog. We don’t rush and I definitely don’t force poses. It’s about setting up a nice calm environment to allow your dog to ease into things. Even the hour time slots make sure we’re not rushing - this is plenty of time.
Why training-informed photography makes a difference
As both a dog trainer and photographer, I approach studio sessions with behaviour and emotional wellbeing at the forefront.
That means:
Reading subtle stress signals early
Allowing dogs time to settle
Adjusting expectations based on how a dog is feeling
Ending sessions on a positive note
This approach helps dogs feel safe, and that comfort shows clearly in the final images.
What happens on the day
Each dog is booked into a dedicated time slot, so there’s no rushing or overlap. The goal isn’t to get “the perfect pose”, it’s to capture your dog as they are, comfortably. Sessions include:
Time to settle into the space
Breaks where needed
A calm, predictable environment
I also use continuous lighting to ensure that there’s no sudden flashes, something that can really spook some dogs.
Studio dog photography day | 1st March
When - slots throughout Sunday 1st March
Where - Woodfield Pavillion, Tooting Bec Common, SW16 1AP
Limited time slots available
If you’d like relaxed, natural studio portraits created with your dog’s comfort in mind, you can book your session now.
Find out more info on my training-informed dog photography here.