An end-of-life photo session is a gentle portrait session for a senior or terminally ill pet, built to capture the bond you share while there is still time. It is sometimes called pet Memorial, farewell, or senior pet

photography. Mine are called Legacy Sessions, and they are for dogs and horses. Every session is built around your pet and what you want, whether that is studio portraits, a favorite place on location, or an adventure that highlights something specific about your bond.

A gentle, unhurried session built around your dog or horse. We talk first about who they are and what they love. The session happens wherever they are most comfortable, at home, at your barn or property, outdoors, or in my studio, and there is no time limit. Favorite toys and Sentimental objects are welcome, and I work around whatever they can comfortably do. Afterward we meet at my studio or virtually to see the images together.

You are not doing this alone. I am with you and will walk you through every step, from the first conversation to the day we meet. Choose a place where they are comfortable, and set out a favorite toy or something sentimental if you would like it in the images. Tell me about any mobility needs and what a good day looks like for them, and we will plan everything else together on the planning call.

A Legacy Session, my end-of-life and senior pet photography session, is $250. That includes priority scheduling, a planning call, a session in the studio or on location in Carteret County, no time limit, an image reveal and ordering session, professional editing and retouching of your purchased images, a 5×7 matted print, and a $250 credit toward your artwork. Because I understand the burden of caring for a senior or terminally ill pet, payment plans are available.

Look for someone who will never rush you, who plans the session with you beforehand, and who lets your pet set the pace. I've been where you are, and I will be gentle with you both. A good place to start is a free consultation call, where you can ask me anything before you decide.

No. Legacy Sessions are end-of-life and senior pet photography, and they can be beautiful portraits that capture the bond you share right now. They can also be documentary style, with me coming along for a last day together or a last adventure. We decide together what feels right for you and for them.

That is a very common worry. I can retouch hair loss, and professional editing and retouching are included on every image you purchase. If something else about their age or illness is on your mind, tell me and we will talk about it before the session.

As soon as you think about it. It is always better to schedule a day too early than a day too late. I can typically book a Legacy Session within a few days, if not within the week, because I keep room in my schedule for them.

Legacy Sessions are for dogs age 10 and up, with exceptions for giant breeds, and for horses age 20 and up. They are also for dogs and horses of any age facing a terminal diagnosis.

Yes. I work around what they can comfortably do. For dogs that can mean stationary positioning, a wagon, or a dog stroller. Nothing is ever forced, and there is no time limit.

Yes. Legacy Sessions are for senior horses age 20 and up and for horses facing a terminal diagnosis. I come to your barn or property, so your horse stays in the place they know best.

Sessions take place at home, at your barn or property, outdoors, or in my studio in Newport, serving Emerald Isle, Morehead City, Beaufort, and all of Carteret County on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. Travel is available, so reach out with your location and we'll talk it through.