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Artful Paws Photography

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‘20 Certificate of Excellence, 2020

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Artful Paws Photography offers fine art portraits for pets and their people. We help you to capture special memories of your furry family members and turn them into artwork that you will be proud to display on your walls! We offer studio dog photography, studio cat photography and family portrait photography that includes pets.

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1 June 2023

I had a great experience with Annie! She was very patient with my dog Lola and had a great plan B when it was clear Lola wasn’t loving the flash photography. The photos came out beautifully and the framed pieces will last a life time! More...

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3 December 2019

I met Annie at the Pet Expo and immediately fell in love with her photos. They are gorgeous!!! We booked a session at her studio for my frenchie who had never taken photos before and has lots of energy. Coupled with that, in my inexperience I did some things that only heightened her anxiety (like bathing her the day before which she hates, lol). Needless to say she was a busy busy body during the session. Regardless, Annie was so patient and calm and soothing with her. She was still able to get some fantastic shots and it was extremely difficult not to purchase them all. Annie’s communication throughout the entire process is great and her work product is worth every penny if not more! My family and I love the photos and look forward too including the remainder of my family in the next session. More...

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7 November 2019

Annie is great and so wonderful to work with! Our pictures turned out awesome! We are very happy. I would highly reccomend Annie to anyone.

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22 October 2019

Annie is the best! I brought my 2 cats to her studio a few months ago and anyone who knows cats knows they tend to not cooperate. Annie was patient and just let them slowly calm down after searching her studio for a while. We got some excellent photos which I am grateful for as my almost 20 yr old boy passed 2 months ago. More...

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29 August 2019

I wanted to take a family portrait to send out as Christmas cards, so I searched the net and came across Annie's website. She was super friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, and very patient during the entire process ! At the initial consultation & photo session, she made sure my 2 crazy huskies were comfortable with the equipment and the environment. I believe in the saying "you get what you pay for" and it rings true with Annie. Her products are top notch. I highly recommend Annie and will definitely use her services in the future! More...

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4 August 2019

I wanted to take a family portrait to send out as Christmas cards, so I searched the net and came across Annie's website. She was super friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, and very patient during the entire process ! At the initial consultation & photo session, she made sure my 2 crazy huskies were comfortable with the equipment and the environment.

I believe in the saying "you get what you pay for" and it rings true with Annie. Her products are top notch. I highly recommend Annie and will definitely use her services in the future!
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Thank you so much Faye! Your huskies were so adorable. I really enjoyed the session!

25 July 2019

Annie was amazing to work with. She did a memorial photo shoot for my aging dog. It was truly the best decision and memories I will forever get to keep. She worked great and really helped to ensure my dog was comfortable. More...

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Thank you so much for your kind words Amanda. It's such an honor when someone chooses me to help them capture those final memories. I am so glad you will treasure yours!

25 July 2019

Annie was amazing to work with. She did a memorial photo shoot for my aging dog. It was truly the best decision and memories I will forever get to keep. She worked great and really helped to ensure my dog was comfortable. More...

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30 June 2019

Annie is truly a artist. She made my whole family look fantastic. We are thrilled with results. Not only did she have to take photos of our 2 dogs, Jens and Mycroft, but also our horse, Django, as well as family photos. She come out to our barn to look around and found the perfect shot for pictures. Then she set up a time for the photo shoot, making sure the lighting and background would be perfect. When we ran out of time on that day she offered to come out the next morning to complete the shoot. Annie is very professional and wants her customers be happy. I recommend her to everyone that has animals and wants some fantastic pictures!!! Thanks again for the memories! More...

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30 June 2019

I met Annie at the Super Pet Expo and scheduled a session for her to take photos of my German Shepherd. I was nervous the day of the session because my Shepherd does not sit still for long and I was concerned about Annie not being able to get clear photos of my girl. But she did! And such amazing photos! Annie captured my girl’s beauty perfectly - whether she was running around being goofy outdoors or posing pretty indoors. Several months later, I brought home a new puppy and a few weeks later, I took both dogs to Annie for a photo session. I have beautiful photos from both sessions and look forward to having Annie capture more in the future. More...

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25 May 2019

Annie was great with Festivus. She came to our house and got a familiarity with it first. It was for purposes of sun positioning and to get an idea of where to photograph him outside. Then she came back on another day to photograph him. The pics came out great. I will always cherish them ❤️ More...

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Thank you so much Rebecca. I really enjoyed photographing at your beautiful home and of course Festivus is just adorable! I'm so happy that you will always cherish your portraits!

23 May 2019

We worked with Annie for our Family photos to include our dog Oliver. She was very friendly and easy to get along with and had a ton of ideas for various poses. Awesome service and quick turn around with our digital prints. Would recommend to anyone! Thank you Annie! More...

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22 May 2019

We worked with Annie for our Family photos to include our dog Oliver. She was very friendly and easy to get along with and had a ton of ideas for various poses. Awesome service and quick turn around with our digital prints. Would recommend to anyone! Thank you Annie! More...

22 May 2019

Annie at Artful Paws Photography was amazing! She was excellent with our rescue dog and the pictures turned out great! The whole process was easy, from booking an appointment to reviewing our photos. I would highly recommend Artful Paws Photography to any family with furry members. More...

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24 January 2019

Artful Paws Photography is a great find. Annie is talented and she truly captured my pups personality. We had a great time during our session and the photos showed it. I highly recommend this business if you are looking to capture new and lasting memories of our furry friends and family member who never fail to leave some of deepest imprints on our lives. More...

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27 December 2018

Artful Paws Photography is a great business to work with. Our photo session with Annie was very laid back and she really know how to get the dogs to relax not to mention their owners. I was very happy with the final shots and look forward to additional opportunities to engage this business and I have been lucky to be able to recommend Artful Paws to others. More...

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Thank you Anmarie. I had a great time with you and your little pink nosed girl :)

25 December 2018

Ms. Annie Ballantine d/b/a Artful Paws Photography.We recently had a most pleasant experience dealing with Annie Ballantine of Artful Paws Photography. Our giant Airedale, Speaker, was in rapidly failing health and we wanted to have professional photographs before he died. Because of her compassion, Ms. Ballantine prioritized Speaker’s session so that he could be photographed in our home on this short notice. This entailed quite a lot of photography equipment being transported to our residence and rearrangement of the room setting. Ms. Ballantine displayed complete command of a very chaotic situation (besides Speaker, the photo shoot included three other siblings, all Terriers, and you know how rambunctious Terriers can be)! She demonstrated a very professional approach and it was clear she knew how to interact with animals. She has animals of her own. She made them feel comfortable and calm throughout our photo session.AND Speaker, despite his poor health, was extremely exuberant – full of energy right to the very end. Ms. Ballantine successfully captured his spirit, and the spirit of our household. She was a pure pleasure to work with, showing a true skill in photography, a very pleasant style, and a deep empathy in dealing with our family. Two weeks after our photo session, our Speaker passed away. Thanks to Ms. Ballantine we now have permanent memories.The final product was truly magnificent. We highly recommend her. Susan & Fran M and the HooligansDecember 15, 2018 More...

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15 December 2018

Ms. Annie Ballantine d/b/a Artful Paws Photography.

We recently had a most pleasant experience dealing with Annie Ballantine of Artful Paws Photography. Our giant Airedale, Speaker, was in rapidly failing health and we wanted to have professional photographs before he died. Because of her compassion, Ms. Ballantine prioritized Speaker’s session so that he could be photographed in our home on this short notice. This entailed quite a lot of photography equipment being transported to our residence and rearrangement of the room setting.
Ms. Ballantine displayed complete command of a very chaotic situation (besides Speaker, the photo shoot included three other siblings, all Terriers, and you know how rambunctious Terriers can be)! She demonstrated a very professional approach and it was clear she knew how to interact with animals. She has animals of her own. She made them feel comfortable and calm throughout our photo session.
AND Speaker, despite his poor health, was extremely exuberant – full of energy right to the very end. Ms. Ballantine successfully captured his spirit, and the spirit of our household. She was a pure pleasure to work with, showing a true skill in photography, a very pleasant style, and a deep empathy in dealing with our family. Two weeks after our photo session, our Speaker passed away. Thanks to Ms. Ballantine we now have permanent memories.
The final product was truly magnificent. We highly recommend her.
Susan & Fran M and the Hooligans
December 15, 2018
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Thank you so much Fran! It was truly an honor to capture your last memories of Speaker. I really enjoyed working with you, Susan and your whole pack!

27 August 2018

We LOVED the entire experience! This is coming from someone who hates her picture being taken. Annie was amazing with my two dogs and her antics to get the dogs to look had us all laughing. we opted for out door photos on her beautiful, wooded property. When we went back to view the photos they were in a slide presentation that had us all (even my husband) tearing up. We ordered pictures on board and the quality is outstanding. These are the first family photos I have ever liked and worth every penny. I can’t say enough, except that we will be going back with the WHOLE family sooner than later. Thank you Annie!!!! More...

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8 August 2018

We LOVED the entire experience! This is coming from someone who hates her picture being taken. Annie was amazing with my two dogs and her antics to get the dogs to look had us all laughing. we opted for out door photos on her beautiful, wooded property. When we went back to view the photos they were in a slide presentation that had us all (even my husband) tearing up. We ordered pictures on board and the quality is outstanding. These are the first family photos I have ever liked and worth every penny. I can’t say enough, except that we will be going back with the WHOLE family sooner than later. Thank you Annie!!!! More...

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Thank you Stephanie! You and your family were so much fun!

28 July 2018

We were first introduced to Artful Paws Photography at the Pet Expo when I noticed a portrait that looked to be oil on canvas. After talking with Annie, we learned that it was not oil on canvas at all, but a digital print made to look like one. The artwork she had on display was enough for us to sign up. Fast forward a few months to Spring and the day of our studio session was upon us. Before arriving, Annie gave us some helpful hints on what to bring and what to expect. We arrived at the studio and before long Charlotte, our 18-month-old English Lab, was loving every minute of being in front of the camera! Annie’s experience working with animals captured truly amazing pictures of Charlotte both inside the studio and outdoors. She was very professional and a lot of fun to work with; both my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the session. When it came time to choose our prints, the decision was decision as there were so many outstanding pictures to choose from. If you are looking for fine art pictures of your pet that will last a lifetime, she is "the real McCoy". I highly recommend Artful Paws Photography! More...

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21 July 2018

Annie does a great job educating you about the portrait process.  She has a great manner with pets and it shows in her results.  We had a dozen portraits made in different family combinations with our standard poodle.  We couldn't have been happier. More...

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29 June 2018

We were first introduced to Artful Paws Photography at the Pet Expo when I noticed a portrait that looked to be oil on canvas. After talking with Annie, we learned that it was not oil on canvas at all, but a digital print made to look like one. The artwork she had on display was enough for us to sign up. Fast forward a few months to Spring and the day of our studio session was upon us. Before arriving, Annie gave us some helpful hints on what to bring and what to expect. We arrived at the studio and before long Charlotte, our 18-month-old English Lab, was loving every minute of being in front of the camera!

Annie’s experience working with animals captured truly amazing pictures of Charlotte both inside the studio and outdoors. She was very professional and a lot of fun to work with; both my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the session. When it came time to choose our prints, the decision was decision as there were so many outstanding pictures to choose from. If you are looking for fine art pictures of your pet that will last a lifetime, she is "the real McCoy".

I highly recommend Artful Paws Photography!
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28 June 2018

I am SO happy with my experience at Artful Paws Photography. Annie is amazing at her job as a photographer and has a terrific eye for capturing incredible pictures. I brought in my 3-month old puppy to her on extremely short notice, and she was so kind and accommodating to both me and my dog and was able to create a relaxed atmosphere that made my dog feel at home. I could immediately tell that she was wonderful with animals and knows how to connect with their personalities. She produced an extensive range of backdrops and poses from my dog that ultimately provided so many fantastic pictures to choose from. If you are looking for high quality pictures of your pet that will last a lifetime, she is the real deal and I highly recommend that you reach out to her. I am so glad that I did because I absolutely love the finished work product. More...

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2 June 2018

I am SO happy with my experience at Artful Paws Photography. Annie is amazing at her job as a photographer and has a terrific eye for capturing incredible pictures. I brought in my 3-month old puppy to her on extremely short notice, and she was so kind and accommodating to both me and my dog and was able to create a relaxed atmosphere that made my dog feel at home.

I could immediately tell that she was wonderful with animals and knows how to connect with their personalities. She produced an extensive range of backdrops and poses from my dog that ultimately provided so many fantastic pictures to choose from. If you are looking for high quality pictures of your pet that will last a lifetime, she is the real deal and I highly recommend that you reach out to her. I am so glad that I did because I absolutely love the finished work product.
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1 June 2018

I am SO happy with my experience at Artful Paws Photography. Annie is amazing at her job as a photographer and has a terrific eye for capturing incredible pictures. I brought in my 3-month old puppy to her on extremely short notice, and she was so kind and accommodating to both me and my dog and was able to create a relaxed atmosphere that made my dog feel at home.

I could immediately tell that she was wonderful with animals and knows how to connect with their personalities. She produced an extensive range of backdrops and poses from my dog that ultimately provided so many fantastic pictures to choose from. If you are looking for high quality pictures of your pet that will last a lifetime, she is the real deal and I highly recommend that you reach out to her. I am so glad that I did because I absolutely love the finished work product.
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Thank you Jacob! I can't wait to see Kobe again for his next session. I bet he has grown so much!

1 June 2018

I am SO happy with my experience at Artful Paws Photography.  Annie is amazing at her job as a photographer and has a terrific eye for capturing incredible pictures.  I brought in my 3-month old puppy to her on extremely short notice, and she was so kind and accommodating to both me and my dog and was able to create a relaxed atmosphere that made my dog feel at home.  I could immediately tell that she was wonderful with animals and knows how to connect with their personalities.  She produced an extensive range of backdrops and poses from my dog that ultimately provided so many fantastic pictures to choose from.  If you are looking for high quality pictures of your pet that will last a lifetime, she is the real deal and I highly recommend that you reach out to her.  I am so glad that I did because I absolutely love the finished work product. More...

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24 May 2018

I can't say enough good things about Annie and Artful Paws. She was very responsive and accommodating with scheduling us, and she was sweet and patient with my dog, who is quite old and doesn't move around very well. She took fantastic photographs, and she helped me through the selection process. Finally, she made sure the printer delivered excellent quality prints. Highly recommended! More...

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24 May 2018

My husband and I don’t really give each other Christmas gifts, but this year I decided to surprise him and get our dog’s photo professionally taken. I had seen Annie’s (Artful Paws) work for the Fairfax County Animal Shelter and was impressed by her talent and commitment to helping some of the most special shelter animals find loving, forever homes.Annie arranged for me to bring Lucy to her studio for an introductory visit. This was very beneficial because Lucy was comfortable in the setting on the day of our shoot. Annie was so patient with Lucy (and me) and made us both feel comfortable in a strange setting with lots of lights! Lucy did great and I thought we’d get a couple keepers. When I sat down with Annie to look at the images she had captured, I had tears in my eyes. The photos she took of Lucy captured her personality perfectly and there were so many wonderful shots it was hard to choose! I eventually settled on three different poses and had prints made of two of them and a “fine art” portrait of the third - meant to be hung in my husband’s home office. They all turned out magnificent. When my husband opened his gifts on Christmas morning he was overwhelmed. Needless to say, Lucy’s portrait is not hanging in his office - rather, it is proudly displayed in our bar area where it can be seen by everyone visiting our home. Without a doubt, this was the best gift I could have given my husband and I’m so grateful to Annie for making it happen. If you are considering having your pet’s photos taken - please trust me and go with Artful Paws. You will not be disappointed! More...

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24 February 2018

I can't say enough good things about Annie and Artful Paws. She was very responsive and accommodating with scheduling us, and she was sweet and patient with my dog, who is quite old and doesn't move around very well. She took fantastic photographs, and she helped me through the selection process. Finally, she made sure the printer delivered excellent quality prints. Highly recommended! More...

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10 January 2018

My husband and I don’t really give each other Christmas gifts, but this year I decided to surprise him and get our dog’s photo professionally taken. I had seen Annie’s (Artful Paws) work for the Fairfax County Animal Shelter and was impressed by her talent and commitment to helping some of the most special shelter animals find loving, forever homes.

Annie arranged for me to bring Lucy to her studio for an introductory visit. This was very beneficial because Lucy was comfortable in the setting on the day of our shoot. Annie was so patient with Lucy (and me) and made us both feel comfortable in a strange setting with lots of lights! Lucy did great and I thought we’d get a couple keepers. When I sat down with Annie to look at the images she had captured, I had tears in my eyes. The photos she took of Lucy captured her personality perfectly and there were so many wonderful shots it was hard to choose!

I eventually settled on three different poses and had prints made of two of them and a “fine art” portrait of the third - meant to be hung in my husband’s home office. They all turned out magnificent. When my husband opened his gifts on Christmas morning he was overwhelmed. Needless to say, Lucy’s portrait is not hanging in his office - rather, it is proudly displayed in our bar area where it can be seen by everyone visiting our home. Without a doubt, this was the best gift I could have given my husband and I’m so grateful to Annie for making it happen.

If you are considering having your pet’s photos taken - please trust me and go with Artful Paws. You will not be disappointed!
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Thank you Sarah! It was so much fun helping you create his Christmas surprise!

10 January 2018

My husband and I don’t really give each other Christmas gifts, but this year I decided to surprise him and get our dog’s photo professionally taken. I had seen Annie’s (Artful Paws) work for the Fairfax County Animal Shelter and was impressed by her talent and commitment to helping some of the most special shelter animals find loving, forever homes.

Annie arranged for me to bring Lucy to her studio for an introductory visit. This was very beneficial because Lucy was comfortable in the setting on the day of our shoot. Annie was so patient with Lucy (and me) and made us both feel comfortable in a strange setting with lots of lights! Lucy did great and I thought we’d get a couple keepers. When I sat down with Annie to look at the images she had captured, I had tears in my eyes. The photos she took of Lucy captured her personality perfectly and there were so many wonderful shots it was hard to choose!

I eventually settled on three different poses and had prints made of two of them and a “fine art” portrait of the third - meant to be hung in my husband’s home office. They all turned out magnificent. When my husband opened his gifts on Christmas morning he was overwhelmed. Needless to say, Lucy’s portrait is not hanging in his office - rather, it is proudly displayed in our bar area where it can be seen by everyone visiting our home. Without a doubt, this was the best gift I could have given my husband and I’m so grateful to Annie for making it happen.

If you are considering having your pet’s photos taken - please trust me and go with Artful Paws. You will not be disappointed!
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10 January 2018

My husband and I don't really give each other Christmas gifts, but this year I decided to surprise him and get our dog's photo professionally taken. I had seen Annie's (Artful Paws) work for the Fairfax County Animal Shelter and was impressed by her talent and commitment to helping some of the most special shelter animals find loving, forever homes.Annie arranged for me to bring Lucy to her studio for an introductory visit. This was very beneficial because Lucy was comfortable in the setting on the day of our shoot. Annie was so patient with Lucy (and me) and made us both feel comfortable in a strange setting with lots of lights! Lucy did great and I thought we'd get a couple keepers. When I sat down with Annie to look at the images she had captured, I had tears in my eyes. The photos she took of Lucy captured her personality perfectly and there were so many wonderful shots it was hard to choose! I eventually settled on three different poses and had prints made of two of them and a "fine art" portrait of the third - meant to be hung in my husband's home office. They all turned out magnificent. When my husband opened his gifts on Christmas morning he was overwhelmed. Needless to say, Lucy's portrait is not hanging in his office - rather, it is proudly displayed in our bar area where it can be seen by everyone visiting our home. Without a doubt, this was the best gift I could have given my husband and I'm so grateful to Annie for making it happen. If you are considering having your pet's photos taken - please trust me and go with Artful Paws. You will not be disappointed! More...

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16 September 2017

Zak and I first saw Annie at a pet expo and were immediately drawn to her amazing pictures. Little did I know several years later that she would photograph my engagement! Zak and her planned the whole thing and I did not have a clue. She was wonderful to work with, is extremely talented and she took pictures of us and our dog Flip that we both treasure! Absolutely would recommend to anyone, the pictures are truly amazing. More...

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31 July 2017

We are thrilled beyond words how wonderful our photos turned out. Annie is very talented and was able to capture the joyful happy loving spirit of our sweet Josie in photos! She spends a lot of time setting the lighting perfectly and tailors the setting to your wishes and what will look best with your pet's coloring in photos. We were not rushed in any way, and I think our Josie had a great time during the process too. Best experience ever, and we have the amazing photos forever! More...

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31 July 2017

We are thrilled beyond words how wonderful our photos turned out. Annie is very talented and was able to capture the joyful happy loving spirit of our sweet Josie in photos! She spends a lot of time setting the lighting perfectly and tailors the setting to your wishes and what will look best with your pet's coloring in photos. We were not rushed in any way, and I think our Josie had a great time during the process too. Best experience ever, and we have the amazing photos forever! More...

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1 July 2017

Annie did a great job! I never thought I'd be able to have pictures of my boys like this. She was able to capture their personalities.

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1 July 2017

Annie did a great job! I never thought I'd be able to have pictures of my boys like this. She was able to capture their personalities.

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30 June 2017

Annie did a great job! I never thought I'd be able to have pictures of my boys like this. She was able to capture their personalities. I didn't think they would ever sit still long enough to have professional photography done but Annie knows all the tricks. She is extremely patient and professional and I highly recommend her. More...

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27 June 2017

We met Annie at Pet Expo and were impressed with her work, so we booked a session at her studio with our two pitbulls. They are young and crazy dogs, and it was almost impossible to keep them still. Annie managed to capture amazing photos of both of our dogs and us. I love them more than my wedding photos! :) More...

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27 June 2017

We met Annie at Pet Expo and were impressed with her work, so we booked a session at her studio with our two pitbulls. They are young and crazy dogs, and it was almost impossible to keep them still. Annie managed to capture amazing photos of both of our dogs and us. I love them more than my wedding photos! :) More...

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18 April 2017

I cannot say enough good things about my session with Annie and Artful Paws Photography. Her #1 concern is for the comfort and well-being of your pet. Before my studio session, she gave my dog Sully ample time to get acclimated to the studio and photography equipment. Sully was rewarded with treats for sitting, staying, etc. Between poses or background changes, Annie ensured he had time to rest and "be a dog". The outside shots were no different. Awesome experience!

As for the quality of the images...WOW! Her use of lighting, balance and color is outstanding. Annie's equipment is top notch. And she uses it to its full potential. She captured Sully's multiple sides (playful, serious, pensive, goofy) in one session.

It doesn't end there. Your order is delivered in tasteful and reusable packaging. Even my husband was impressed with the bag and folders our prints arrived in. I plan on going back to incorporate more of my family into the shots with Sully. And I'm looking forward to it!
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18 April 2017

I cannot say enough good things about my session with Annie and Artful Paws Photography. Her #1 concern is for the comfort and well-being of your pet. Before my studio session, she gave my dog Sully ample time to get acclimated to the studio and photography equipment. Sully was rewarded with treats for sitting, staying, etc. Between poses or background changes, Annie ensured he had time to rest and "be a dog". The outside shots were no different. Awesome experience!

As for the quality of the images...WOW! Her use of lighting, balance and color is outstanding. Annie's equipment is top notch. And she uses it to its full potential. She captured Sully's multiple sides (playful, serious, pensive, goofy) in one session.

It doesn't end there. Your order is delivered in tasteful and reusable packaging. Even my husband was impressed with the bag and folders our prints arrived in. I plan on going back to incorporate more of my family into the shots with Sully. And I'm looking forward to it!
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1 January 2017

Love, love, love the framed photographs of my yorkie and chihuahua that Annie created for our home. The whole process was so much fun (from the photo session, to picking out the pictures, to editing the photos) and Annie was super professional and accommodating. The framed photographs are now the main art collection in our home. I highly recommend Annie for anyone who is looking for a "master piece" for that captures the images of their pets. More...

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23 December 2016

I met Annie at the animal shelter where she is a volunteer photographer. She takes such gorgeous pictures of the shelter dogs that I had to get my dog into her studio. I've always had trouble getting good pictures of my boy because he either looks too serious as soon as I pull out the camera or he's constantly moving and I can't get him to sit still. Annie was able to beautifully capture his fun, silly, smiley side, and I absolutely love the photos she took! I will cherish them for years to come! More...

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23 December 2016

I met Annie at the animal shelter where she is a volunteer photographer. She takes such gorgeous pictures of the shelter dogs that I had to get my dog into her studio. I've always had trouble getting good pictures of my boy because he either looks too serious as soon as I pull out the camera or he's constantly moving and I can't get him to sit still. Annie was able to beautifully capture his fun, silly, smiley side, and I absolutely love the photos she took! I will cherish them for years to come! More...

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21 December 2016

I met Annie at a the Super Pet Expo and signed up for a session with my 2 dachshunds.  We had a wonderful experience during her shoot.  She took her time, allowed my girls to relax and become comfortable with the different environment, and was able to capture many different poses for them and surprisingly one even including me, which I hadn't intended.  The hardest part was choosing from among her many good shots!  Both thumbs up for professionalism and quality! More...

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8 June 2016

Annie was incredible, and her gift as a photographer is having a clear vision of the shots she wants to get.  No standing around debating ideas. She cuts through all of that and provides clear, calm, and detailed direction about the poses she thinks will work best.  That's not to say that she's not open to your ideas.  But the majority of the time her ideas are way better.  She captured amazing action shots of our dog Kobe fetching in the water, along with the perfect picture of my husband and I with our two dogs (ages 1 and 13). I loved her work so much I hired her to do engagement photos of my son and his fiancée with their two dogs. Trust her and her talent and you'll get beautiful photographs just like we did.  Lisa & John Centreville, Virginia More...

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10 May 2016

We enjoyed working with Annie so much! I was worried that our high energy dogs would be nearly impossible to take great pictures of, but she handled them so well! Our portraits came out stunning, we absolutely adore them! More...

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I love helping my clients create memories that they will treasure for life!

When I worked for a big photography company, I did not feel that I had the ability to give my clients the real personal attention that they deserved. I have been self-employed since I was in my twenties, and when I decided to return to photography as a career, there was no question in my mind that I wanted to have a small photography business where I could give my clients and their animals a truly top notch personal experience.

I offer my clients a personalized experience that is all about creating memories with their pets. My goal with every session is to truly capture an animal's personality and to provide my clients with works of art that they will cherish for years to come! I am a full service print artist, so I help my clients through every step of the process from clothing choices to helping you choose the right products to display your artwork in your home. My clients go home with finished archival quality artwork that is ready to be displayed.

Photography sessions can be done on a drop off basis. Ordering sessions can be done remotely if needed.

Studio photography can be done on a drop off basis if needed.

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