Family and Dog Photo Session in Paddington, London W9
A Heartwarming Family & Pet Photo Session in Paddington
Last spring, I received an email from a client who had been gifted a photography voucher for a baby and dog session. Her family wanted to capture some special moments for their daughter’s first birthday, so we began planning for a shoot later that year.
Fast forward to October, and we found ourselves meeting at their charming home in a quiet mews in Paddington, London. It was a crisp yet pleasant day, with overcast skies and just enough sunshine peeking through to keep things cozy.
Team Work For A Successful Family Photoshoot
The family was simply delightful—so playful, warm, and full of love. They really enjoyed spending time together, playing games with their daughter and sharing joyful moments. In my ten years as a family photographer across London and Surrey, I've learned that a successful session is truly a team effort. While I set the scene and guide the direction, it’s the parents' involvement that brings those authentic, candid moments to life. The more engaged they are, the more natural and creative the photos turn out.
At Home and Outdoor Family & Pet Photo Session
We started the session right outside their doorstep, spending around 45 minutes in the mews. The little one, their adorable daughter, had so much fun playing with her parents and their gorgeous black cockapoo—being thrown in the air, cuddles, tickles, and a fair bit of running around with the dog. Of course, there were also a few posed shots, and their dog made sure to steal the show in a few of them. In fact, I got creative and even used the pup to frame a portrait of the little girl. He was a star, and rightfully so!
Children Photography
When photographing families with young children, I often find it helpful to take a short break midway through. A snack, a change of clothes, or just a moment to unwind gives the little ones a bit of a boost for the second half of the session. After a quick breather—and some fun hide-and-seek portraits with their daughter inside—I suggested a change of scenery. We made our way to a nearby private garden for the next round of shots.
Autumnal Family & Pet Photography
As soon as we stepped through the garden gate, the sun finally emerged from behind the clouds, giving us that perfect autumnal glow. The golden light added a touch of magic to the family portraits, as well as some sweet couple shots and more playful images of their daughter.
Family Dog Action & Portrait Photography
To wrap things up, we headed back home for some action shots of the family dog. I had a little fun with this one, positioning him on top of a neighbor’s car (he was quite the model!). It was the perfect ending to a beautiful day of family and pet photography.
Reflections on Family Photography
Every family is unique, but what I love most about these sessions is how they capture the essence of connection—between family members and their pets, between parents and children, and the moments that truly tell a story. Photography is about more than just posing for the camera; it’s about creating memories that will be cherished for years to come.
Booking a Family Photo Session
If you are considering hiring a professional family photographer you’ve come to the right place! To find out more about family photo sessions, please visit my family photography services page. If you’ve already made up your mind, and you would like to book me in for a family session, or to mark your child’s first birthday, or baptism please contact me on mina@minamilanovic-photography.com or send me an enquiry though the contact form on my website. I look forward to hearing from you!
Photography Gift Voucher
Photography Gift Vouchers make unique and personal gifts for any occasion. Whether it is Mother’s Day, a first birthday, an anniversary, your beloved family pet, a baptism or arrival of a new family member, family & pet photography will capture precious memories which will be cherished in years to come. Contact me for more details, or visit my Store to find out more.
About Me
Hello! My name is Mina, I am a professional family & pet photographer based in Surrey, England. I love meeting new families and helping them capture the joy of their family. If you would like to find out more about me, please visit my “About Me” page. If you would like to know more about my family photo sessions, please visit the “Family Portraits” page. To discuss your upcoming family photo session, or family event like christening, birthday party or anniversary, please get in touch - I look forward to hearing from you!
Family and Pet Photo Session with Teenagers in Wandsworth Common | London Family and Pet Photographer
Family Photoshoot with teenagers and puppy
I recently photographed a really sweet family with two teenagers & puppy in Wandsworth. My brief was to photograph the two teenagers and their teenage puppy, a 9 month old golden retriever called Juno, to be used as Christmas cards during the upcoming holidays.
Outdoor Family Photography
We decided to do a home-park split, starting with some relaxed outdoor photographs on Wandsworth Common and going back home for more cozy images. It was an overcast day, the light was lovely and the common was bursting with autumnal colours, giving a gorgeous warm tone to the photographs.
Dog Action Photogrpahy
We started this family and pet photoshoot with some together photos, but soon the 9 month old puppy became restless and needed to move a little. She loved chasing leaves so I thought an action shot of her jumping to catch leaves would be fun. My two helpers gathered a bunch of leaves and on coundown they threw the leaves up in the air and Juno excitedly went after them. I love the resulting image - it is full of energy and movemet, and to me symbolises the joy of autumn.
Wandsworth Common Family and Pet Photography
Since golden retrievers love water, and Wandsworth common happens to have a large pond with a beautiful little feature bridge, I decided to use it as a backdrop and take the next set of photographs there. The love between the two teens and Juno was evident, and so I wanted to capture all the cuddles and kisses which were given out in bountiful quantities.
Family Portrait Photography in London
The rustic bridge on Wandsworth common was the perfect place for a group family photo. The trees in the background provided a colourful, but plane background, and the gentle uphill raise provided a pleasing perspective. We paused here for a few moments, for me to take a few frames of the family together, and the children on their own with the puppy.
Portraits of Teenagers with Puppy
Before heading back home, I wanted to capture each teen with their beloved puppy, and also take some photos of them having fun together, running around in the field.
London Dog Photographer
Finally just a few portraits of June before it was time to leave the park. By this point she was tired from all the running around, and kept relatively still for me to take a few portraits of her in the dry leaves.
Family and Pet Photo Session at home in Wandsworth
It was then time to head back home, snuggle on the sofa and capture a few quiet moments. I very much enjoyed working with teenagers and their puppy, learning what their interests are and hearing about their ideas for potential photos. I thoroughly enjoyed this family and pet photo session, and I hope I meet this family again to see what they are up to in a few years time.
Book a Family and Pet Photo Session in London and Surrey
If you’d like to book a family and pet photoshoot, please contact me though my website, or email at mina@minamilanovic-photography.com. I would love to capture memories of you and your family and pet enjoying each other’s company.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Gift a Photography Gift Voucher This Christmas
If you know someone who’s just got a puppy, or would like to surprise a dog lover in your life with a unique gift, then why not consider my family and pet photography gift vouchers? You can purchase a one hour, or a two hour photo session, and gift a fun experience together with captured memories which will be cherished in years to come. Please visit my gift voucher page, or contact me directly to discuss your requirements. Thank you!
Puppy and Couple Photoshoot on Wimbledon Common | London Pet Photographer
Puppy Photography on Wimbledon Common
I love my job, but for this particular photo session, I had to pinch myself! Photographing a morkie puppy in the middle of autumn, on Wimbledon Common was totally dreamy!
Wedding Photography with a Dog
When this couple asked me to photograph their London wedding next year which will include their little bundle of fluff I immediately said yes! But who was going to wait until next May to meet this precious little girl? Pre-wedding photoshoots were certanly a thing a few years ago, which gave me an idea to use this as an excuse for a chance to photograph the puppy (and the wedding couple of course!). I really wanted to get some snuggly cuddly photos amongst the backdrop of beautiful autumnal colours and luckly everyone involved was up for it.
Autumnal Puppy Photoshoot
It was an overcast day, and we’ve arranged to meet at Wimbledon Common - the perfect setting for outdoor images. The Common provides so much variety in terms of paths, vegitation, colour, texture that I was spoilt for choice. Autumnal colours were absolutely gorgeous and the weather was palying the ball. Drying oak and beech leaves provided warmth (in terms of colour) and an opportunity to play chase leaves and play games.
Outdoor Puppy Photography
I tend to keep puppy photo sesssions to one hour, as puppies easily tire and need more rest than adult dogs. With a pocket full of treats and a positive attitude, I worked quickly to get a variety of poses and backdrops, including action shots of the puppy running, family portraits, playful shots and a few puppy portratis.
We finished shoot with a set of playful photos under a beech tree, after which it was truly a time for a puppy nap!
Book a Puppy Photography Session
Would you like to arrange a puppy photography session for you, your friend or your family member? You’ve come to the right place! I love working with families and their dogs, and capturing memories which will be treasured in years to come. Contact me on mina@minamilanovic-photography.com, or through my website contact page and tell me all about your puupy!
Puppy Photography Gift Vouchers Surrey and London
Gift a unique gift to a dog lover this Christmas, or for any other occasion. Not only will you be gifting a unique present and experience, but the receipient will recieve a set of beautiful professional photographs which will provide lasting memories in years to come. The puppy photoshoot can take place at home, in a park, on a beach or wherever it is convenient! My puppy photo session gift vouchers are valid for a year. The price of a one hour puppy photo session gift voucher is £145, and it includes:
One hour shooting time
My time on the day
Travel within 30 miles of RH5
An on-line gallery with 25+ images available to purhcase (digital products sold separately; please contact me for more information)
A 9x6’’ print
Family and dog photoshoot in Bushy Park
I have been working as a professional family and pet photographer since 2015, after hanging up my lab coat and retiring from the world of cancer research.
English Bulldog Photography
Since starting work as a professional photographer, I have photographed English bulldogs only once. Therefore, I was so excited to be contacted by this senior lady’s owner who wanted a few portraits of her and a few photographs of his daughter with the dog.
English bulldogs have a great face for photography. They are so expressive and can appear grumpy, silly, comical and sweet as quickly as the weather changes in the UK. I wanted to show different facets of this canine’s personality in a set of portrait, action and natural looking photographs.
London Dog Photographer in Bushy Park
We met up in Bushy park in South West London, and spent a couple of hours walking, running, posing, climbing trees and taking photographs. It was an overcast day, lighting was nice and even, and everyone enjoyed making and capturing memories.
Senior Dog Photography
I’ve recently lost both my cats. Looking at the photos of them connects me back to a certain time in their (and my) life, and brings back so many joyful memories. I feel very privileged that pet owners put their trust in me to capture a memory of their pet for them. If you have a senior dog (or cat) and you would like to arrange a senior pet photo session with me, please get in touch. I will be working with you to understand your pet and their needs, and to try to capture memories for you which you can look back with fornd memories long after they’re gone.
London Dog Photographer | Christmas Dog Photo Session in Central London
Christmas pet photography can be a fun and festive way to capture the holiday spirit with your furry friends. I had the pleasure of meeting a gorgeous little girl, and photographing her around some of London’s most famous landmarks during the most festive of holidays.
Christmas Dog Photography in London | Festive Pet Photos
Christmas dog photography in London is a beautiful way to capture the festive season while celebrating the special bond between you and your pet. During this festive photoshoot, I had the pleasure of photographing a gorgeous little dog in the heart of London, exploring iconic landmarks such as London Bridge and Tower Bridge. Against the backdrop of Christmas trees, winter light and the vibrant atmosphere of the city, this session perfectly showcases how festive pet photography can transform everyday moments into timeless memories you’ll treasure for years to come.
Christmas Dog Photography
My client received a gift from her friends for a one hour dog photo session. We arranged to meet at London Bridge and explore the surround area, visiting some of the iconic London sites. We started the photo session with a classic Christmas shot - right in front of a Christmas tree. From there we moved on to Tower Bridge where we spent a few playful minutes running around on the frosty grass, with one of the most iconic London landmarks providing a majestic backdrop.
London Dog Photographer
As a London dog photographer, I travel all over London photographing dogs and their owners. Although I travel to different areas of London, I haven’t photographed in the heart of London for a while. I was so excited to be back in the city, to experience the hustle and bustle of pre-Christmas London and to photograph in the urban landscape which provides a different, yet equally compelling, canvas for dog photography. We met up at London Bridge, and from there went towards Tate Modern, St Pauls and Southbank.
Pet Photography Gift Vouchers
Dog photography in London is not just about capturing adorable moments; it's a celebration of the deep connection between humans and their furry companions against the backdrop of one of the world's most dynamic cities. Whether in the sprawling parks, the vibrant cityscape, or the cozy corners of pet-friendly establishments, I will work with you and your pet to transform everyday moments into timeless photographs which you and your family will cherish in years to come.
How To Purchase A Dog Photography Gift Voucher
If you would like to purchase a gift voucher for someone special in your life, please get in touch. I offer one hour and two hour pet photography gift vouchers, which come with a complementary 9x6’’ print and are valid for a year. These photography gift vouchers are unique and meaningful alternative Christmas presents which will mmortalize the love and joy that dogs bring to their owners. Photo sessions can take place at home, on location, or combination of the two. You can purchase a gift voucher alone, or add extra credit towards digital files and prints. For more information, please visit my dog photography gift voucher page.
FAQ: Pet Photography Gift Vouchers
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Each dog photography gift voucher includes a one-hour or two-hour professional pet photography session, plus a complimentary 9x6” fine art print. Vouchers can also be topped up with additional credit for additional photography products.
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Dog photography gift vouchers are valid for one year from the date of purchase.
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Sessions can take place at your home, outside on your favourite walk, at one of London’s iconic locations, or as a combination of both. Popular locations include parks, urban settings, iconic London landmarks, or country walks.
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Pet Photography gift vouchers make unique and memorable Christmas presents, where you are not only gifting someone a gift but an experience they will remember and photos that will become more and more valuble with the passage of time.
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Absolutely. Gift vouchers can be used for puppies, adult dogs, or multiple dogs from the same household. Please mention this when booking so the session can be tailored accordingly.
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Gift vouchers can be provided digitally or as a beautifully presented physical voucher, making them ideal for last-minute or traditional Christmas gifting.
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The recipient can get in touch via the website to arrange their session, quoting the voucher code. Dates and locations are booked subject to availability.
About Me
Hello! My name is Mina. I have been working as a London Dog Photographer for the past ten years, photographing pooches in some of the most iconic London landmarks and classic parks such as Regent’s Park, Holland Park and Richmond Park. Photographing dogs is one of my favourite things to do. If you would like to commission me for a dog photo session, or your would like to buy a gift certificte for someone, please get in touch - I would love to hear from you!
Give a Gift They’ll Treasure Forever
Looking for a meaningful Christmas gift for a dog lover? A pet photography gift voucher is a beautiful way to celebrate the bond between dogs and their humans. With flexible locations across London and vouchers valid for a full year, it’s a thoughtful present that creates lasting memories.
Couples photo session with dog in Wimbledon Common
Spring Photo Session with Dog In South London
Pets add a different dimension to a photoshoot, and it is no different with couples photography sessions. Whenever there is a dog involved, people and children tend to relax much quicker in front of the camera than in situations without a dog. So, during this spring couples and dog photography session in Wimbledon, we got straight into some loving and relaxed moments. It was an overcast day, which provided even lighting for all my subjects.
Dog and Couple Photography
I quite like to start the session with a together image of the couple and their four legged friend. This can be with a couple having a cuddle with their dog, or walking along a path. I try to observe the interaction and capture genuine moments which grab my attention and catch my eye. This path by a pond with trees scattered around appeared like a great setting for a walking (or running!) shot so we spent some time exploring different angles. This was my favourite image of the lot - I like how the trees in the foreground and background frame the dog and the couple in the distance.
Dog Portrait Photography
After the initial group shot, I move on and take several different dog portrait photographs. During this shoot, a lovely patch of sand by a pond in Wimbledon common caught my eye, so I decided to photograph the dog here. I love how the dog is contrasted by the sand in this portrait, no distractions but looking strait into her beautiful hazel eyes.
Surrey Dog Photographer
I work all across the South East, and have been to many beautiful locations. Surrey offers great locations for pet and couple photoshoots - it has beautiful towns, nature reserves and wooded areas but also has great countryside in the middle of urban areas - like Wimbledon common. This time of year, common gorse is in full bloom and Wimbledon common has plenty of gorse shrubs - a perfect backdrop! Incorporating nature into photoshoots gives a sense of place but also a sesnse of time as you will always be reminded of the time of year the photoshoot took place.
Photographing Dogs In Action
A dog photoshoot wouldn’t be complete without some fun action shots. Photographing dogs in action is great fun and reveals another layer of dog’s personality. Here - a head on action shot taken from a low angle, with three legs in the ear and ears flapping high, it shows the dogs love of running and makes for a really fun image.
Dog Photography Gift Vouchers
If you are thinking of having a couples photography session with your dog, or a family photo session with your dog, get in touch, I would love to hear from you! Alternatively, you can purchase a gift voucher as an alternative gift idea for your friend or loved one. I look forward to hearing from you!
If you’d like to view more photographs from this spring couples with dog photo session, check out the gallery below.
Cat Portraits in Greenwich, London
Couples Photography with Pets
Recently, I have been photographing more and more couples with their dogs. But this time I had the pleasure of photographing a lovely couple with their pet cat. As a cat owner myself, I know that cats are not just pets but a part of our family. Therefore, it makes perfect sense to include them in the couples, and family photographs.
Cat Photography at Home
Most often, cat photo sessions take place in the comfort of your home, like this photoshoot in Greenwich. I arrived in the couples apartment and spent the first 10 min of the session getting to know everyone and getting acquainted with the cat. This is really important when photographing cats as some of them can be very shy and weary of people. Once he was comfortable in my presence, I started photographing him while he was exploring the flat and playing.
Pet Photography Gift Vouchers
This couple received a pet photography gift voucher as a wedding present. I offer 1h and 2h pet photography gift vouchers, available to purchase from my store, or by directly contacting me either through my website or my email. If you are thinking of purchasing a gift voucher for someone who owns a cat, give me a call, I would love to hear from you!
Maternity Photoshoot with Puppy in Surrey Hills
Dogs are such a big part of family life; we share our experiences with them including big family milestones. That is why this couple decided to mark the arrival of their baby with a puppy and maternity photo session in the Surrey Hills. They wanted to have family portraits for their home, but also photographs which they can send out as cards to family and friends for Christmas.
Working with dogs is great fun! They are all individuals and their character comes through early on in the pet photoshoot. I love working with dogs because there is an element of unpredictability and freedom. I need to adjust my working style quickly to suit a particular dog. If it is an energetic dog, I would choose to take action shots first, then focus on portraits later. If it is an old dog, then the pace needs to be slower and the focus different. Puppies require special consideration, as they behave differently at different ages and have different energy levels. This particular puppy was few months old. He wasn’t particularly energetic but he was sweet and full of character. There was a comedic quality about him, which I wanted to capture.
In addition to puppy portraits, I wanted to capture the puppy and my clients together, for their family portraits. This is something I am putting a lot more focus on these days, even if it is a dog or puppy photoshoot. I am interested in recording the connection between people and their pets, capturing special moments for them which they can cherish as their family grows. Since this was a combined puppy and maternity photo shoot, it was even more important for me to capture everyone together. I wanted my clients not only to have the memories of the changing times in their lives but also the special bond they had with their new puppy, just as their lives were about to change, yet again.
If you are expecting a baby, and would like to arrange a maternity photo session with me, or you have a new puppy and would like to arrange a puppy photo shoot, please get in touch - either through the contact page on my website or email me at info@minamilanovic-photography.com
Dulwich Park Dog Photo Shoot
Dog photo shoots in London are a great way of getting acquainted to London parks. I have done a few family photo shoots in Dulwich park, but this was the first pet photography session.
The photo session took place earlier in the year when rhododendrons and spring flowers were out so I was keen to include them into some of the shots, as well as some of the scenes of Dulwich park and the surrounding area.
This young chocolate labrador called Merry was so sweet and so full of energy. Her owner wanted portraits of her, but she also wanted me to capture her youthful energy. I find practicing recall and chasing ball are two good options to get a dog running, and Merry was totally up for it! In addition, I was keen to get a silhoutte image of her jumping. I saw a beautiful black and white photograph of family framed by a big tree, and this inspired me to take a landscape shot of Merry jumping, framed by the tree. At the very end of the photoshoot, the sun came out briefly and I manged to get a few frames of Merry jumping. This ended up being my favouite shot from the session.
If you would like to arrange a dog photoshoot in London, please get in touch to discuss your requirements. Thinking of buying a gift for a dog lover? Head over to my dog photography gift vouchers page or contact me if you would like to add additional credit to your gift.
Puppy Photoshoot in Wimbledon
I have been photographing dogs for a number of years but for some reason I never had a request to photograph a small puppy - until now!
This was my dream job! I could hardly contain my excitment when I first met Wendy. She was sweet and small and soft and so lovely! I probably spent as much time cuddling her as I did photographing her.
For this puppy photography session, I wanted to capture a bit of Wendy’s character and also the first days in her new home. This was a great challange for me photographically because we were contained to a small space - a room and a balcony, so it really pushed me to think creatively. After a few group shots with mum and dad, I let Wendy choose what she wanted to do and followed her around, making sure to capture moments of play, rest, intrigue and exloration. I set myself a challenge to include a few rainy shots as the weather was very autumnal on the day. I had an image in my mind of the dog looking through the window, rain droplets dripping down. I executed this shot by taking a photograph from inside the apartment looking out, and also from outside looking in. I love how moody and sentimental one of the images turned out.
I enjoyed photographing Wendy so much that I started a new photography project called Puppies. The project will exlore the life of puppies with their new families, and try to capture memories in those first few special weeks. If you live in Surrey and own a puppy, please get in touch for more information and possibility to participate. If you own a puppy and don’t live in Surrey then drop a line to book your puppy photo session!
You can also buy a photography gift voucher as a lovely and unique Christmas present for someone who’s recently got a puppy. Please visit my gift voucher page or contact me directly to make a purchase. I offer one hour and two hour gift certificates, and with both you will receive a 8x6 print and a beautifully handwrapped voucher. You can also feel good about your purchase - not only you will be giving a meaningful long lasting present, but a portion of the voucher sale will go towards protecting nature. I will be donating 10% of the sales to WWF-UK. Gift vouchers are valid for one year from the date of purchase and you can also add credit towards digital files or prints.
