Pet Portrait Photography: Capture the Heart, Frame the Memory

Pet Portrait Photography: Capture the Heart, Frame the Memory

In the world of photography, capturing the essence of pets goes beyond mere images; it's about encapsulating their spirit, the love they share with their families, and the unique personalities that make each one special. At Val Westover Photography, we specialize in pet portrait photography, where we aim to "Capture the Heart, Frame the Memory."

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Woods, Wolfhounds and Wonder: My Family Photo Session

Woods, Wolfhounds and Wonder: My Family Photo Session

In a stunning autumn landscape, where the deep, rich colors of the season adorned the dense wooded forest, my family photo session unfolded like a beautiful story. As Val Westover’s wife, I was thrilled to step into this picturesque setting, accompanied by two of our beloved Irish Wolfhounds. The rustic charm of the forest, with its lush greenery and tranquil ambiance, provided the perfect backdrop for capturing the essence of my unique family portrait.

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Including Your Pets in Your Family Portraits

Including Your Pets in Your Family Portraits

Stephanie and I have always had dogs, cats, birds and horses in our lives. All of our children have grown up with a house full of loving animals. We would always try to include our pets in our family portraits whenever possible, which created wonderful family memories.

We encourage those who have pets to include them in their own family portraits, as we have many pet friendly outdoor portrait locations.

The Cohee family included their spectacular horse and their beautiful dog in their last family portrait session. The rustic natural trail was the perfect backdrop for their family portraits…

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