POP UP STUDIO SHOOTS

Although known for my outdoor natural light portraits of Horses and Dogs in the Nottinghamshire Countryside – I also do the odd pop up studio thought the year in various locations close to Southwell.

These sessions focus on fine art portraiture of your dog against a black or white background – other colours will be introduced in due course.

Click below to book the next available session on the Saturday 18th January at Thurgarton Village hall

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Handy Hints for a studio session with your dog

1. Exercise Beforehand – Take your dog for a walk or some playtime before the session. A bit of physical activity can help burn off excess energy, making your pup more relaxed and cooperative during the shoot.

2. Bring Favourite Treats – Treats are fantastic motivators. Bring your dog’s favorite snacks to reward good behavior and help capture their attention when needed.

3. Pack a Comfort Item – Familiar items like a favourite toy, blanket, or even their leash can help your dog feel more at ease in an unfamiliar environment.

4. Groom Ahead of Time – Give your dog a quick brush or bath before the session to ensure their coat is clean and shiny. Don’t forget to wipe eyes and noses for a polished look!

5. Know Your Dog’s Limits – Not every dog will sit still for long. Work with your pet’s personality and energy level, and let the photographer know if your pup needs breaks.

6. Practice Basic Commands – A quick refresher on commands like “sit,” “stay,” and “look” can make a big difference. If your dog listens well, the session will run more smoothly.

7. Keep Calm and Positive – Your dog will pick up on your energy, so stay upbeat and patient. Encouragement and a calm demeanor will help them feel secure and cooperative.

8. Dress Simply if You’ll Join the Photos – If you plan to be in the photos too, avoid busy patterns or overly bright colors that might clash with your dog’s coat or the studio backdrop.

9. Communicate Any Preferences – Let me know about specific shots or poses you’d love to capture and I will try and tailor the session to meet your vision.

GALLERY

Very pleased with the lovely photographs Jim produced of my dog. He was so patient and kind to my very fidgety spaniel and certainly got the very best natural shots and poses in a variety of backgrounds. Can thoroughly recommend.

Our experience with Jim was phenomenal, Biscuit wasn’t exactly the most patient but Jim got some gorgeous pictures of her, the only difficult thing was choosing what pictures to use!
We would absolutely use Jim again, he keeps to time slots and has no problem getting down to dog level, even lying on the muddy floor to get some great shots 📸
My pictures really don’t do the frame justice.
Thank you so much Jim!
We were lucky enough to win a photoshoot with Jim through an event he had kindly sponsored. Arranged to meet Jim at our chosen location (Clumber Park) and had a great hour walking, talking and getting some great photographs of our pooch. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Jim to get some great photographs of your four legged friend!
My pony and I had a fantastic photo shoot with Jim recently, we thoroughly recommend him! From initial contact and the fantastic style guides for inspiration through to the actual big day and post shoot after care; Jim made us feel comfortable and at ease. We enjoyed his company and the whole experience; and we’ve got some amazing photo memories. Thanks Jim.