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I offer a range of sessions that can take place in my studio, the comfort of your home, or a place special to you and your pet.
If you don't see what you're looking for below, please get in touch with your idea - I'd love to help you create an extra-special memory.
HOW TO BOOK, the steps
The first step is simply getting here. And since you've already done that, thank you.
I know how difficult and meaningful the step can be.
The next step is to contact me using the ''Contact Wendy' button below. I will get back to you as soon as I can and mostly within 24 hours. If you don't see a reply from me, kindly check your spam folder.
Depending on how your pet is feeling, sessions are generally booked to take place within days or a couple weeks of our call.
Aside from Emergency Sessions, I will request you fill out an online questionnaire that will help me learn a bit more about your pet, where they're at in terms of health and also help ensure we don't miss any photo ops during your session. 


​Deposits may be requested in some situations.
​Payments are accepted via e-transfer (direct deposit) or credit card.
I respectfully request full payment of the session fee before delivery of images.
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In-Studio

In Studio sessions take place in my small, cottage, studio in the Gorge area. They provide a quiet, safe space for pets who are still able to travel. Being inside means we don't worry about the weather or temperature outside. It's also a good option for pets who can't be off leash or may be reactive to other animals. We can also remove collars, harnesses and leashes safely and your pet won't be distracted by what's going on outside. Though I mainly focus on your pet, select family, friends and/or other pets can be included, however due to the size of my studio, some limitations apply.
​Session fee includes ten (10) digital photos.

IN STUDIO SESSION: starting at $225
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A Favourite Spot

A Favourite Spot sessions can take place in the comfort of your home, outside in your yard or a place special to you and your pet - the beach, the forest, a park maybe. 
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Family, friends and other pets can be included; some conditions apply. 
​Session fee includes ten (10) digital photos.

A FAVOURITE SPOT SESSION: starting at $275
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Ceremonial

Ceremonial sessions are available for those who will be having a ceremonial euthanasia as a farewell to their beloved. Maybe friends and family will be there, maybe you've prepared a special spot with flowers and mementos, maybe you have a pet death doula to help guide you while the veterinary team tends to your bestie. These sessions take a more documentary style with the result being a mix of images that can be held in your heart for years to come. Images are available on their own or in a book format, or both. 
​Session fee includes at least twenty (20) print-ready digital photos.

CEREMONIAL SESSION: starting at $350

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The Storybook

The Storybook sessions take on more of a day-in-the-life look at the life you share with your pet. As they are often longer than the regular In-Studio or A Favourite Spot sessions they are more suited to pets who are not quite feeling their age and/or diagnosis just yet.
​The aim is to provide an opportunity to revisit some of your pets favourite things in a style that combines documentary, candid and posed images. Maybe we go for a walk at a special location, maybe we head into my studio with their favourite toys and a big, soft bed, or both. Or perhaps I follow along for a morning or afternoon in your pet's life -- walking the kids to school, snuggling on the sofa, showing off all the tricks, or going for a picnic.
Images will be presented in a custom, hardcover printed keepsake photo book.

Session fee also includes twenty (20) digital photos suitable for printing.
​THE STORYBOOK SESSION: starting at $450
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Emergency

Emergency sessions are for when you've found yourself having to make a heartfelt, time-sensitive decision to say goodbye to your pet (usually within 48 hours). In this session, my focus will be to gently capture a few remaining moments of the love and devotion you have for your pet... hands and paws, curled up on your lap, or sharing one last cuddle. Sessions can take place at your home, a veterinary office or my studio. 
With less time to plan and prep for Emergency sessions, we may forego some of the pre-planning stage so if you're comfortable with giving me the instruction to just 'do my thing', I am too.

EMERGENCY SESSION: (Greater Victoria only) please contact me with all your information (first and last name, phone number, location of session, pet's name) and I will be in touch within 24 hours (usually sooner) via phone or email to discuss pricing and details.
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All Sessions

Included in all sessions:
  • ​Pre-session chat so I can find out where you and your pet are at in their life journey and provide the opportunity for questions
  • Session time (dependent on session booked).
  • Supportive family, friends and other pets can be included; though some conditions apply.​
  • Private, on-line preview gallery 
  • Your chosen selection of favourite images available as digital downloads. Printed products are not included in the session, but can be made available for purchase after you've had a chance to view your images.​
  • Two sets of image files - one optimized for printing, another sized for sharing on-line if you wish.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
The following are available for purchase after you've had a chance to view your session images:
  • Additional digital download files. $20 each, with discount for 10+
  • Custom keepsake books (hard or soft cover)
  • Cards + postcards
  • Prints, canvases 
  • Commercial Licensing
As market pricing is subject to change, a full price list is available at booking.

More Custom Options

Please know that the above can also act a starting point towards something even more customized to you and your pet. This is likely a very worrisome and overwhelming  time, so please know my ultimate goal is to help provide a safe and gentle photo session in which we celebrate your pet and the love you have for them.
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All pet-related services can also be tailored to suit human-only sessions. 
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.
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