A LIFE WELL LOVED: SENIOR DOG PORTRAITS

I’m looking to photograph 20 senior dogs for a special portrait series and gallery exhibit

  • Close-up of a black dog with brown eyes against a dark background.
  • A sitting dog with a short dark brown coat, a white heart-shaped marking on its neck, and a muscular build, facing away from the camera on a dark background.
  • Close-up portrait of a tan and white dog with one ear flopped over and the other standing up, against a black background.

A Life Well Loved:

Senior Dog Portraits

A curated fine art portrait project featuring senior dogs

A limited edition photography campaign celebrating the beautiful, soul-filled faces of senior dogs. A gallery exhibition.

Your dog forever remembered as a work of art.

Applications are now open

Just 10 spots left

Close-up of a brown and white dog with a black background, showing its face in profile with relaxed expression.

This project exists because of Winnie

In February, I said goodbye to my 14-year-old pittie, Winnie.

Grief does strange and tender things to you. In the weeks after losing her, I found myself drawn again and again to a framed portrait of her hanging in my hallway. Every single day — sometimes multiple times a day — I stop in front of it. I look at her face. And for a moment, she's right there with me.

That portrait is one of the greatest gifts I have ever given myself.

This project was born from that hallway moment. I want every senior dog parent to have what I have — a beautifully crafted portrait of their dog on their wall. Something to walk past every morning and feel that rush of love. Something to hold onto long after the leash is hung up for the last time.

This project is for Winnie. And it's for your dog too.

A Fine Art Portait Series + Gallery Style Exhibit

Each participating dog will be photographed in my signature fine art painterly style and featured on a 16x20 framed canvas as part of a cohesive exhibit. This is a curated project designed to feel timeless , elevated, and deeply personal.

This is for you if….

You find yourself photographing them more than ever lately

You want something better than a phone photo on your phone

Their grey muzzle is one of your favorite things about them

You've already thought about what life will look like without them

You want to be part of something that celebrates dogs like yours

You've been waiting for the “right time”

How much does it cost?‍ ‍

We’re offering this portrait experience for only $790 (plus tax)

The total value is $2,000

Living room with gray walls, a white couch with pillows, a blanket, a portrait of a dog on the wall, dark wood door, windows with natural light, light wood flooring, and a radiator.

What’s included:

  • Studio Portrait Session (for one dog)

  • One final image of your choice

  • A custom 16x20 fine art portrait, professionally printed on canvas and framed

  • Inclusion in the gallery-style exhibit

  • Additional portraits are available for purchase

This project is open to senior dogs age 7 and up. Sessions are for one dog. Multiple seniors require multiple sessions.

Apply for Your Dogs Portrait Session

A happy brown dog with a white patch on its chest sitting on a gray surface against a dark gray background, with its tongue hanging out and ears flopping to the sides.
Close-up of a happy golden retriever dog with its tongue hanging out on a dark background.
Close-up of a brown and black dog's face with its tongue out, against a dark background.
Brindle mixed breed dog with white paws, sitting on a gray background with tongue out.
A white dog with light brown patches on its ears and face, lying down on a dark surface with a dark background, looking directly at the camera.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The fee is for one dog only. You are welcome to purchase another session for a second dog.

  • If multiple people want to be a part of the session then you’d need to book a custom session. Please inquire for more info.

  • Sessions are held on specific days each month. Please inquire for the dates

  • I have personally had 4 pitbulls so I know and love the breed quite well. Additionally, I’ve photographed over 150 dogs and spent years working hands-on with animals through volunteer work with rescue organizations. This background has given me a deep understanding of dog behavior, body language, and stress signals—something most photographers simply don’t have

  • Photoshoots will be done at my studio in Mendham, providing a safe and secure space for you and your dog.

See What My Clients Are Saying About Me

  • A man and woman sitting together with two dogs in a studio with a dark gray background.

    "Stephanie is fantastic. She was incredibly professional, prepared, and made us feel comfortable. Most importantly, she managed to coral and perfectly capture our crazy fur babies in all of their glory. We are absolutely thrilled with the final photos and look forward to displaying them in our home."

    - Vin & Sam Mehnert

  • Close-up of a gray and white dog with amber eyes and a pink tongue, smiling with dark background.

    “My pup Mya, husband Jason and I had a photo shoot with Stephanie today and it was AMAZING! We all had a blast. My pup is a pitbull and she was the star of the day! Stephanie and her assistant made Mya super comfortable and figured out ways to keep her engaged and focused. We shared lots of laughs and truly had a great time. We got to see the raw images before we picked which ones we wanted and wow they came out incredible! We can’t wait to receive the pictures, so we can get them framed immediately. I highly recommend Stephanie Blum photography!

    -Chelsea Dolce

  • A smiling man and woman standing with a black and brown dog, in front of a white background.

    Stephanie has such a calm, joyful energy, and as a genuine animal lover, she instantly connected with our pups. She was patient, kind, and knew exactly how to bring out their personalities (which, with basset hounds, is no small feat!). It never felt forced — just fun, relaxed, and so “us.”

    When we received the photos, we were blown away. I couldn’t have asked for pictures that felt more authentic     or more perfectly reflective of who we are as a couple (and as very proud dog parents). Every image feels full of love, personality, and warmth.

    In Stephanie, I didn’t just find an incredibly talented photographer — I found a wonderful human being. We will treasure these photos forever, and I can’t recommend her enough.

    -Colleen Healy

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