About Artful Paws Photography
Capture the Love with Pet Photography
At Artful Paws Photography, I specialize in pet photography, dog photography and family photography that includes animals. I understand the special bond you share with your animal. They are part of the family! Every animal has his own unique personality and it takes special skill and a lot of patience to truly capture that personality in photographs. That’s where I come in… My mission at Artful Paws Photography is to capture your pet’s personality in a fun and creative style and to provide you with beautiful artwork that you will treasure for life. I help you through every step of the process from preparing for your pet portrait session to helping you select the frames, styles and finishes that will work best with your decor. When we are finished, you will have beautiful artwork that is ready to be displayed in your home or office. Whether you are looking for a family photographer to capture a series of portraits that include your pet or a dog photographer to create a stunning portrait of your best friend, I can help you create lasting memories of the love you share with your furry friend.
What people had to say…
My name is Annie Ballantine and I live in Fairfax, Virginia with my dogs Bogey and Cassie and my cat Emma. I have been an animal lover for as long as I can remember, having grown up around all kinds of animals from cats and dogs to reptiles, birds and horses. I believe that as a pet photographer, I have the best job in the world! I discovered photography in high school and quickly developed an eye and a passion for capturing moments that move people. I have done work in studio photography, wedding photography, photojournalism, and even underwater photography, but my real love has always been working with animals and children. Nothing gives me greater joy than to see the love in the faces of my clients as they view the images that I have created of their loved ones.
When I’m not behind a camera, you can usually find me either on the golf course or cooking in my kitchen. I also love to travel off the beaten path and am an avid scuba diver. I believe in giving back and I volunteer with the Fairfax County Animal Shelter as a cat and dog photographer and a dog walker. I would love to help you create lasting memories of your pets and family, so contact me for more information or to book a pet photography session!