The Studio Session

Everything you need to know all in one place.

The Studio

The ground floor photography studio is situated in Shefford, Bedfordshire. There is plenty of parking on the driveway and a big back garden with artificial grass for your dog(s) to decompress before their session. The studio is completely dog friendly so your dog can roam around freely and take things at their own pace. There is also treat jars for the dogs, just in case you forget or run out while you’re in the studio.

A cute brown and white bulldog puppy sitting on a dark brown surface facing forward with a dark background.

Studio Sessions require a £99 non-refundable deposit in order to book. This will be deducted from your chosen Session Collection (see below).

The session takes place at my ground floor dog friendly photography studio in Shefford, Bedfordshire where you will have the option to use multiple backdrops, giving us the chance to create a varied and beautifully finished collection of portraits.

The session normally lasts up to an hour which gives plenty of time for up to 2 dogs, energetic pups who need a little time to settle, or senior and sensitive dogs who would benefit from more regular breaks. By working at your dog’s pace in a calm and comfortable environment, we can capture natural, expressive moments that become timeless portraits celebrating their character.

After your session we will book in for your in-person Viewing & Ordering Appointment where you will view all of your images, select your favourites for your chosen Session Collection and any additional products you’d like. Please see below for more information on Session Collections and additional products.

The Four Simple Steps…

  • A curly-haired, brown puppy with floppy ears looking at the camera against a dark background. Image taken by Kath Burgess, a dog Photographer in the UK.

    Step One

    The first step is to get in touch! Use the contact form here to start the process of booking your dog photography session. You will then receive a questionnaire via email which will ask you all about your dog and their likes and dislikes. Once you’ve sent this back, I will be in touch to go over any questions you have and book in your Session. Please note, no session is booked until your session deposit has been received and a confirmation email has been sent.

  • Close-up photo of a black and white Border Collie dog with a black background.Image taken by Kath Burgess, a dog Photographer in Bedfordshire.

    Step Two

    It’s time for your session! All sessions are relaxed and no matter how anxious or “bonkers” your dog is, we will allow for plenty of time to capture beautiful images for you to treasure. This is your dogs time to shine and be their true selves.

    Please remember to bring your diary along to your session so we can book your Viewing & Ordering Appointment in.

  • Close-up portrait of a brown and black wired-haired dog with a dark background. Image taken by Kath Burgess, a photographer specialising in dog Photography in Henlow, Bedfordshire.

    Step Three

    The Viewing & Ordering Appointment takes place at the studio around 2 weeks after your session. This is a chance for you to sit back, relax and enjoy a slideshow of all your images. Then you will be able to place your order for your chosen Session Collection and any additional products you would like. More information on pricing can be found below.

    All orders must be paid for at this appointment so please make sure that all decision makers are present for this appointment.

  • Close-up of a cute puppy with curly beige and brown fur looking directly at the camera against a dark background. Image taken by Kath Burgess, a dog Photographer in Bedfordshire with clients from all over Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and beyond.

    Step Four

    For your chosen Session Collection, which includes digital images, you will be sent a link within 48 hours of your Viewing & Ordering Appointment so you can download your chosen digitals.

    For any printed products, around 2 weeks after your Viewing & Ordering Appointment, you will be invited back to the studio to collect your order. You will get to see all your printed products on display before I safely wrap them up, ready for you to take home. Please allow up to 20 minutes for this appointment.

Session Collections & Add-On Products

A £99 non-refundable deposit is required in order to secure your session. This will then be deducted from your chosen Session Collection. You can choose one of the Session Collections, and any additional products, at your in-person Viewing & Ordering Appointment around two weeks after your session.

Session Collections…

The Premium Collection

£699

  • Up to 60 minute Studio Session

  • In-Person Viewing & Ordering Appointment

  • ALL IMAGES as high resolution, fully edited digitals via download link

  • Fine Art Trio Modern Keepsake displaying 3 of your favourite images

The Luxury Collection

£499

  • Up to 60 minute Studio Session

  • In-Person Viewing & Ordering Appointment

  • TEN high resolution, fully edited digital images via download link

The Classic Collection

£299

  • Up to 60 minute Studio Session

  • In-Person Viewing & Ordering Appointment

  • THREE high resolution, fully edited digital images via download link

Please note: Session prices include up to 2 dogs. Additional dogs are charged at £20 each to cover more studio and editing time. All dogs must be from the same household.

Add-On Products…

Wall Art Products

Start From £299

If you’re looking for a statement piece for your walls, then look no further than the beautiful Wall Art options available. From the stunning Fine Art Natural Frame with its rustic, classic design to the more modern and sleek Box Frame, there is sure to be something to suit your taste.

What’s even better is, for a limited time, if you order a collection of 3 matching frames for a gallery wall, you will get 10% off your order!

Fine Art Prints

Start From £69

Already have the perfect frame for your image? No problem! Fine Art Matted Prints would be the perfect option for you. Printed on to high quality Fine Art paper and professionally matted by a team of experts right here in the UK, your prints will come ready to frame as soon as you get them home.

Fine Art Matted Prints come in a 12x10” overall size (10x8” print) and they can be purchased in bundles of 3, 5, 10 or individually.

Display Products

Start From £249

Looking for something smaller to display your images? Prefer something you can put on a shelf or window sill? Then the Fine Art Trio Modern Keepsake (image above) could be the perfect choice for you. It displays three 8x8” prints of your favourite images in a compact size. It comes in a choice of different cover options so it can suit your home perfectly. These also make a great gift for loved ones too!

The FAQ

  • As long as they are from the same household, as many as you like! If you have more than 2 dogs then we will allow for extra time for the session to make sure they all get their moment to shine. There is a small charge of £20 per additional dog to cover the extra session time and editing time.

  • I like to try and keep distractions to a minimum for you and your dog during the session. This allows your dog to settle and not get anxious about any sudden noises or distractions during their session.

    For this reason, ideally young children would be left at home with a trusted friend or family member but if this will be an issue, please just let me know.

  • This isn’t an issue in the slightest! As a matter of fact, most dogs don’t sit still during their session. They’re walking around having a sniff, a fuss, then they will pose for a few moments and off they go again. It’s perfectly normal. I have a completely relaxed approach and take everything at your dogs pace.

    Should they really have a springy temperament, we can pop them on a thin slip lead that I have which I will then edit out of your final images. This helps them to sit for a few moments to capture those stunning images.

  • It is very important to notify me of any quirks, anxieties or reactive behaviours when booking your session (good or bad). This is so I can tailor the session to suit your dog perfectly and make sure they are as comfortable as possible. Most issues can be worked around quite easily. Your dogs safety and happiness is my top priority so I want to get it right for them, first time.

  • We can take as many breaks as your dog needs during their session. I have a fully enclosed back garden with artificial grass and a patio that they can freely walk around and ‘do their business’. I have poop bags on hand too so don’t worry if you forget those.

  • Of course! Please let me know of this ahead of time and we will make sure to capture one or two images of you together.

    For your clothing, please choose a colour that compliments your dogs coat colour. Please try to avoid wearing white clothes as these can look quite distracting in your final image.

  • Any financial decision makers need to be present for the Viewing & Ordering Appointment. This is to make sure that your chosen Session Collection and any additional products ordered are paid for during the appointment.

  • The Viewing & Ordering appointment gives you the best price on products as ordering after this date will incur an additional fee for setting up a new Viewing & Ordering Appointment.

    So, yes, of course you can order after this appointment but it will incur additional fees.

  • No, I don’t. There are many fantastic dog photographers in the UK that offer location sessions but my passion lies in capturing stunning Fine Art style studio images of your dog.

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