Dog Photography near Saratoga Springs, NY

Forever capturing the heart and soul of your best friend

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What does Melanie Do?

Melanie Speer is an internationally recognized dog and pet photographer located in Saratoga, NY. She works out and about on location to capture unique moments and memories of your beloved friend and furry family member.

Melanie offers either Outdoor pet photography or Studio Photography. With her ability to create stunning works in both styles, you can rest assured that the images will be technically perfect, absolutely jaw-dropping and quite simply, gorgeous.

  • Outdoor Pet Photography

    Outdoor pet photography is our most popular session, offering the perfect backdrop to capture the unique bond between you and your furry friend. Whether you have a favorite spot in mind or need a suggestion, we're here to make it work. If you're unsure about a location, no worries—we specialize in finding the perfect angle to showcase your pet's personality, heart, and soul. Every moment is an opportunity to create unforgettable memories, and we guarantee your images will be as beautiful as the connection you share with your best friend.

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  • Studio Photography

    Our Studio sessions are a fun alternative to your every day photoshoot. Studio photography offers endless creative possibilities, allowing us to capture your furry friend in a fun, whimsical way or a more serious, moody style. Set indoors with a carefully positioned flash, the studio setting lets us experiment with lighting, props, and backgrounds to create truly unique pieces of art. Whether you’re aiming for playful and colorful shots that show off your pet's personality or dramatic, high-contrast portraits that capture their intensity, each session can result in a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that perfectly reflects your pet’s spirit.

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FAQs

  • Absolutely!! Safety of everyone involved is our top priority. Leashes and collars can be made to disappear through various techniques both during the photo shoot and in post editing.

  • Realistically speaking, the portrait session and collections available have a great deal of value packed inside them. Past clients have never said or suggested what Melanie offers is overpriced. In fact, most come back time and time again for more photographs!

    Our Portrait Collections, including investment values, can be seen on the Sessions page. Full product guides can be requested prior to booking and most clients tend to invest between $560 and $1500 on their photographic session and artwork afterwards.

  • Absolutely! There is no reason why images captured at your portrait session cannot be entered into, and win, photographic awards.

  • Melanie has a small studio available for portrait session. This is located in Ballston Spa, NY.

    For our equine friends, the situation is different. Usually, Melanie will travel to you unless you do not have an indoor arena, dark barn or similar on site.

  • Pet Photography Portfolios

    View examples of Melanie’s pet photograprphy by clicking through the galleries:

    Pet Photgraphy

    People and Pets

  • Sessions

    Learn about what happens during a normal portrait session from initial enquiry through to artwork delivery, along with a review of our portrait collections and product options.

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