The Blue Merle Photography Experience

A pet photography session designed around comfort, connection, and your pet’s unique personality.

Serving Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Dunedin, Largo, Indian Rocks Beach, and the greater Tampa Bay area.

Every pet experiences the world a little differently.

Some are playful and outgoing. Some are cautious or shy. Some are rescue pets still learning to trust. Others are senior companions who simply need a slower pace.

That’s exactly where I begin.

My sessions are calm, unhurried, and built entirely around your pet’s comfort. I always follow their lead, allowing space for natural expressions, quiet moments, and genuine personality to unfold.

1. Booking Your Session

After exploring my work, the first step is reaching out through the inquiry form. From there we can schedule a short phone call to talk about your pet, your vision for the session, and the best time of year for portraits. This helps us begin planning a session that truly reflects your dog’s personality.

2. Planning the Session

We’ll work together to choose the best location for your session. I know all the best places and will ask you some questions to help us decide where the best location is for your session based on your pet’s personality, comfort level, and energy. Options may include:

Quiet beaches in Clearwater or Indian Rocks Beach

Shaded parks in St. Petersburg, Dunedin, or Largo

Or the comfort of your own home

You can explore the locations I offer here: Location Guide.

We’ll also talk about what to expect during your session, what to wear, and what to bring. You’ll feel happy and excited about your upcoming session. Location plays an important role in the overall look and feel of your session.

3. Session Day Experience

You can expect to have a lot of fun with your best friend. I’ll ensure your pet is relaxed and ready for their closeup, and I always follow their lead. I’m in tune with your pet and will always put their safety and comfort first.  There is no pressure for perfect behavior or strict posing. Instead, I focus on building trust and allowing your pet to settle naturally into the experience. We take breaks when needed, follow their curiosity, and prioritize comfort at all times.

This approach is especially meaningful for:

• Senior pets who need a slower pace
• Rescue pets learning to trust
• Anxious or reactive dogs who need space and patience
• Cats photographed in calm, familiar environments

The goal is simple:

To let your pet be exactly who they are.

4. Image Reveal 

After your session, I carefully select the strongest images that reflect your pet’s personality, energy, and connection with you. We’ll schedule a relaxed ordering appointment (in person or via Zoom) where you’ll view your gallery and choose the images that speak to you most. This is where your pet’s story begins to take shape as artwork.

5. Choosing Your Artwork 

Your images are meant to be part of your life—not just something you scroll past on a screen. I’ll help you choose what feels most meaningful for you, whether that’s framed artwork for your walls, a custom album to revisit often, or digital image collections for everyday enjoyment and sharing. Together, they become quiet reminders of your pet’s presence, personality, and the bond you share.

Photography Session Options 

If you considering an on-location pet photography session we’ll choose a location that best fits your pet’s personality, comfort level, and the style of portraits you'd love to create. Some pets thrive outdoors, while others feel most relaxed at home. During our planning conversation, I'll help you decide which setting is the best fit. I have curated a portfolio of beautiful locations in Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Dunedin, Largo and the Tampa Bay area that you can explore here: Location Guide. Here are some things to keep in mind as you consider outdoor or at-home pet photography.

Seasonal Travel Sessions (2026-2027)

In 2026-2027, I will offer a limited number of seasonal pet photography sessions in select destinations around the country.

These sessions are intentionally limited and announced in advance.

Example locations include:

• San Francisco, CA (November 3-9, 2026 )
• Seattle, WA (July 9-15, 2027)
• Additional seasonal destinations announced throughout the year

Each location is chosen for its natural beauty and ability to support calm, meaningful pet portrait sessions. Photo sessions are scheduled with the same safety guidelines in mind as for Florida. If it’s too hot or too cold, or too rainy, we will do the session indoors or reschedule. If you do not have an indoor location like your home where you want to have the session, we’ll figure something out. 

Give me a heads-up if you're interested so we can plan for a fun and beautiful experience by sending me a message here.

Ready to Begin?

If you’re ready to create something meaningful with your pet, I would love to hear from you. Explore samples of on-location portrait sessions and browse my Outdoor Location Guide to find the perfect setting for your pet's portrait experience.