Turn Your Best Friend’s Story into Artwork

Because the animals we love deserve to live forever:
Award-winning dog photography and bespoke equine portraiture across Cumbria & Northumberland

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I hear from a lot of people who say their animals are getting older and they want to capture them while they still can. When you feel that shift coming, you suddenly realise how much they mean to you and how impossible it is to put that into words. It rarely shows up in the quick photos we take on our phones.

A bespoke portrait session gives you the space to pause and appreciate them as they are right now. The experience is calm and unhurried, focused on their character and the bond you share. The result is artwork that holds their presence in your home long after the moment has passed: images that often show you something new about your dog or horse while staying completely true to who they've always been.

Living room with a bed decorated with pillows and blankets, nightstand on each side, and a large framed picture of a Dalmatian dog walking in front of classical columns and stone stairs, with a plant in a vase on the right.

These sessions are about capturing the personality and presence of your dog or horse in a way that feels natural and true. I guide things gently so we create the space for authentic moments, not just cross our fingers. The aim is artwork that reflects who they really are. And if you'd like to be in some of the images, even better

What’s Included in Your Session Fee

• Up to two hours of natural light photography at a location in Cumbria or Northumberland chosen to suit your dog or horse
• An in-person or virtual viewing appointment 2-3 weeks post session to view the results and pick your products
• One complimentary 10x8 fine art print

Session fee: £95

Clients typically invest between £500 and £1,000 in their artwork after the session.

The Natural Light Portrait Session

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Framed photograph of a black and white dog walking towards the camera, hanging above a beige sofa with three pillows and a black throw blanket inside a modern living room with light gray walls and a potted plant.

These are more than just photographs…

  • Framed photograph of a small dog with wire haired coat standing in an alleyway, with blurred brick buildings and streetlights in the background.

    HERITAGE FRAMED CANVAS

    A gorgeous contemporary wooden tray frame showing off a timeless canvas print. Presented on canvas with a protective satin laminate, this results in a stunning matte textured finish leaving the image looking indistinguishable from a painting.

    From £645

  • Photograph of a framed picture on display. The picture depicts a dog standing in front of an arched door, flanked by two potted topiary plants, on the steps leading up to the door.

    ARTISAN FRAME

    The beautiful Artisan Frame, showcases images in a simple yet elegant style. Printed on Fine Art paper (215gsm) with the optical illusion of the image floating within the frame, the artwork is beautifully and subtly enhanced with a choice of six wooden mouldings.

    From £545

  • Photograph of a black and tan dog standing on a rock near water with dark, rocky background.

    CELESTIAL PANEL

    Showing off photography at its best and capturing details with incredible accuracy on the highest quality metal surface. Offered in a high-gloss or luxurious matte finish, these unique wall pieces stand the test of time, even in humid conditions. Optional: beautifully finished in a simplistic wooden tray frame.

    From £675

  • Framed photograph of a dog standing on rocks inside a dark cave, looking to the side.

    CLASSIC CONTEMPORARY FRAME

    A classic yet contemporary wooden straight-edged frame displaying your image (or images!) within a window mount on Frankie’s favourite fine art cotton-based paper. Multiple frame options to complement any space in your home.

    From £425

  • A tan dog standing on a stone path in front of a stone wall and tree roots.

    FINE ART PIECE

    The Fine Art Piece combines the elegance of Fine Art Pearl paper with the sophisticated design of simple wooden mouldings. The paper's textured surface is beautifully preserved and enhanced by a protective laminate, ensuring a luxurious, lasting finish.

    From £645

  • Open photo album with a purple cover on a wooden stand, displaying an artistic photograph of an ornate cathedral entrance with a white dog in front.

    LEGACY BOX

    Session images printed on archival quality fine art cotton-based 300gsm paper and protected in a choice of custom coloured mounts: crisp white, antique-white or black (12 × 10”) . Offered in collections of 5, 10, 15 or 20 and presented in a beautiful custom made box which can be personalised to you and your dog(s).

    From £495

  • Young dog sitting on a wooden floor between two blurred wooden walls, with a brown and black coat and alert ears.

    PRINT FILES

    Keep digital copies of your portraits ready to print in large format.

    Sold only in bundles: 5, 10 or 20.

    From £425

What the humans say…

  • Two adult Borzoi dogs and two bedlington terriers stand in front of a modern building with large glass windows and decorative architectural panels.

    Norman, Rodney, Viktor & Murray's Human said...


    On the day of the shoot she made sure all four of the dogs were happy with everything and I could tell she had the dogs best interests at heart over the chance of a great shot! All of our dogs are quite relaxed but Frankie continually made sure that they were relaxed in the situation.
    We are so pleased with the final result and will cherish the photographs, especially as one of our lads is in his twilight years.

  • A dog with the body of a corgi and the head of a German shepherd sitting on a sidewalk with a blurred building in the background.

    Tex's Human said...



    I have a rescue dog who is apprehensive about new people and I didn't want to overwhelm him on the photo shoot. I didn't need to worry as Frankie is very aware and knowledgeable about dogs and put both me and Tex at ease.
    The shoot was fun and easy to follow with no pressure at all.

  • A black and white dog standing on a rock amid yellow flowering bushes, looking to the right.

    Trix's Human said...

    What a wonderful experience from start to finish. Frankie is a lovely lady and so enthusiastic about what she does and it really shows in her work. She is very calm and caring around the dogs and is in tune to their needs. It’s been a joy. The pictures and products are sensational and yes, I cried many happy tears when I received my finished piece!

FAQs

  • Dogs and horses from the same household are always welcome. If you have multiple animals, I’ll shape the session so it works smoothly for everyone.

  • Absolutely. If you want to be part of the images, we’ll create something that feels natural and true to your connection.

  • That’s completely fine. Most of the dogs I photograph stay on lead, and I remove the lead in post-production.

  • Online or in person, whichever feels easier for you. This is where you’ll see your images and choose your artwork. However, I always recommend in person so you can see artwork samples!

  • I photograph across Cumbria, the Lake District, Hadrian’s Wall and Newcastle. Travel outside this area is always possible for a small additional fee.

  • Yes. If you’d like to spread payments for artwork, that’s never a problem.

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