Carrie Southerton Dog Photography

Purchased the photoshoot for hubbys birthday and was expecting to hand the dogs over for an hour or 2 and observe from a distance at best HOWEVER we had an absolutely fantastic day and it was not just a photoshoot but an experience - what a way to spend the day. we had so much fun and were all so very well looked after. Then was the excited wait for the images to arrive - we were not disappointed. We are so very happy with our 'dogs catching' images and would highly recommend to other dog lovers!

Delighted with my overall experience with Carrie Southerton Photography. I was gifted a photo shoot for my dogs and this was my first photo shoot of any kind so I had no idea what to expect. I must preface my overall experience by saying that I have a very small dog and a very large dog both of whom flip between impeccably behaved and utter eejits, the size difference in itself can make it a huge challenge to get a picture of them together but add to that their characters and you know there will be tears (mine and brought on by hysterical laughter or frustration). I cannot put into words how wonderful Carrie was throughout our time. Her creativity shone through in the setting up of scenes to compliment or take advantage of the size difference. What really made the experience so positive for us was her patience, kindness, good humour, and willingness to put her life on the line to get the shot she envisioned. There were heart stopping moments particularly as Carrie lay on the grass while Ali threw a ball at her head so that my 45kg muppet would run at her face full speed. There was freedom for the dogs to do whatever they wanted to do including the big one trying a spot of gardening and joyfully claiming the root balls she dug up as her own. And there were lots and lots of tears and laughter (and I said more than a few naughty words) while trying to get a shot of the wee one jumping over a log which he would do with glee when the camera wasn't on him but whenever we were ready he ran around. With both Carrie and Ali, the prevailing factor throughout the shoot was the comfort and wellbeing of the dogs, we were never asked to do something which my dogs wouldn't naturally do and she quickly picked up when they were getting tired and that was when the shoot ended (it far overran the allotted slot). When I saw the proofs I felt quite emotional, from beautiful portraits to the most ridiculously funny moments she had caught there was no mistaking that these were my dogs, their character was so perfectly captured. I can't thank Carrie Southerton Photography enough for a thoroughly enjoyable experience. From initial contact onwards you are truly in the hands of a professional and a clear dog lover who not only has brilliant customer care skills but can back it up by leaving you utterly spoiled for photographic choice.

We've had two shoots with Carrie now and cannot rate her highly enough. From our very first visit with Sam & Tia we were treated as if we'd been lifelong friends and Carrie & Ali both made the shoot seem effortless, getting the absolute best out of the dogs.When Fraggle joined our family it was time to get another shoot done with him and Tia and there were laughs, smiles and tears at the absolutely stunning images that Carrie managed to capture - showing them both at their most handsome and their goofiest in equal measure.Treasured memories from both shoots that have pride of place in our house!

Excellent photos of our dogs .very nice people very professional from start to finish

Extremely talented photographer who not only produces fantastic photos but also gives time and patience to capture memories of your beloved pet. Highly recommended.

Fantastic photos! Very professional!

Stunning photos, superb location and studio facilities. Fantastic and very professional.