muttographer.

All the quirks.
All the love.

Dogs being dogs. Beautifully photographed.

Playful pet portraits for the funny, faithful, one-of-a-kind family member you never want to forget.

Book a session Meet the good faces

Studio & outdoor photography in Chicagoland

Black-and-white spotted dog sitting with its tongue out against a gray studio backdrop.
Professional good dog.
Black-and-white French Bulldog standing in a sunlit grassy field with both ears upright.
A little attitude. A lot of love.
100%THEM.
No perfect manners required.
Shy dogs welcome Wiggly dogs welcome Main characters especially welcome

A few very
good faces.

Big characters. Little quirks. Entirely themselves.

Explore the portfolio
French Bulldog Out & about
Great Pyrenees In the studio
Shih Tzu Out & about
Senior rescue dog Out & about

Less “sit, stay.”
More “be you.”

Great photos don’t need perfect manners. Just a little patience, a few favorite treats, and room for a little joyful chaos.

We’ll follow their lead—with time to sniff, settle in, play, and show us exactly who they are.

See how it works
Yellow Labrador lying in sunlit grass with a stuffed toy between its paws and trees in the background.
On their terms. At their pace.

A little adventure.
A forever keepsake.

Studio, outdoors, or a bit of both. One easygoing session, built around your best friend.

The full experience

The portrait session

$400
  • 5 edited digital images
  • Studio, outdoor, or both
  • No time limit. No need to rush.
  • More photos & prints available to purchase
Let’s Make Memories
Black-and-white portrait of David, the Muttographer photographer, smiling and wearing glasses. Human behind the camera.

Hi, I’m David.
Dog person.
Camera person.

I fall in love with every dog I meet. And I believe each one deserves to be photographed as the wonderfully individual character they are.

The head tilts. The happy chaos. That look only you know. That’s what I’m here for.

Meet your muttographer

A little curious?

So are most of our models.

All your questions, answered
Does my dog need to be trained?

Not at all. Your dog does not need to sit perfectly, stay for long periods, or act like a professional model. I work with treats, toys, movement, breaks, and whatever motivates your dog. The goal is their real personality, not perfection.

What if my dog is shy, anxious, reactive, or very energetic?

Tell me in advance. We’ll talk through what helps your dog feel comfortable and plan around it, whether that means more space, a quiet location, or room to move. For safety, some dogs or situations may need a private location, additional planning, or a different session format.

Can I be in the photos with my dog?

Yes. Your relationship is part of their story. Choose a dog-only session, a few relaxed family portraits, or a session built around you and your dog together.

Your favorite face.
Let’s make it art.

Tell me about the one who has your whole heart.

Let’s plan your session