Pet Portraits & show photos in Tulsa, OK
Celebrate Your Pets with Stunning Portraits
At Shipman Photography in Tulsa, OK, we know that pets are family. Whether it’s your loyal dog, curious cat, or majestic horse, our professional pet portrait sessions capture their unique personality and spirit – and your connection with them. From playful action shots to regal headshots, we create timeless images you’ll treasure forever.
Pair your pet portraits with our family portrait sessions for a complete family experience, or book a standalone session to feature your furry friend.
Book Your Free Consultation today.
Tulsa, OK
(918) 261-4064
support@shipmanphotos.com
Our Pet Photography Services
With decades of experience in portrait, headshot, commercial and sports photography, we bring highly diverse technical expertise and a love for animals to every session. Our team, led by Gregg and Jennifer, specializes in capturing the perfect reactions, poses, and lighting for dogs, cats, and horses in posed photos as well as razor sharp action shots, indoors and out.
Pet Portraits (Dogs, Cats, and More):
Studio or on-location sessions for classic headshots or candid moments, tailored to your pet’s personality.
Horse Show Photography:
Jennifer’s lifetime experience in the Morgan horse show world ensures stunning action shots and posed portraits at shows or stables. We coordinate with the show ring photographers and book sessions with the horses and riders at their convenience, with the ability to complete replace backgrounds and settings with complete photorealism in the case of busy backgrounds.
Action Pet Photos:
Capture your dog chasing a ball or your horse galloping with dynamic, high-energy images.
Pet and Family Portraits:
Include your pets in our family portrait sessions for heartwarming group shots that complete your family story. Maybe even involve that good boy in your engagement shoot!
Creative Digital Composites:
Transform your pet photos into unique artwork with custom backgrounds, perfect for wall art or holiday cards.
Cat portraits
The phrase “herding cats” exists for a reason, and that reason is cats are weird little dudes. They can be very reactive and are notorious escape artists. This is where sports photography meets portrait photography, and in some cases its easier to have an owner’s reassuring hand removed digitally than to try to upset the cat and wait for the perfect pose. Either way, the final results are what matter, and there’s more than one way to.. well, you know. And that extends to the background. We can apply digital backgrounds to our pet photos that perfectly compliment the animal after the fact. Very easy to do, and streamlines the shoot when you don’t have to constantly brush animal fur off of a background.
Service animal headshots and team photos
Does your good boy or girl have a job? Is he your protector and emotional rock, or is she a trained police officer just waiting for the word to go get a bad guy? Like any worker, small business owner or employee, they need good headshots too! Visit our headshot page to see what we can do for their humans, by the way.
Fun Creative Pet Photos
Photoshoots should be fun, and when the mood strikes – funny. Our creative scope has no limits and this was a fun example of that when this client had the idea to do a vintage SEARS studio homage with his cat.
Pets in Weddings
It’s more common than you might think! You really have to have a special bond with a trusted animal to involve them in your wedding. This good boy was a ring bearer and sat like a pro in all the wedding photos. We always love involving animals in our weddings. Be sure to visit our wedding page to learn more about this service.
Pets in Senior Portrait Projects
Senior portrait clients often involve highly personalized and themed elements in their photoshoots. Pets are among the most popular and frequently involved examples. What a great tribute to your best friend to bring him or her into your senior portraits! Visit our senior portrait page to learn more about this service.
Pets are family too! Adding a pet portrait to your family session is a seamless way to include every member of your household. Our pet-friendly approach ensures a stress-free experience for both you and your animals.
Why Choose Shipman Photography for Pet Portraits?
We’re not just photographers—we’re animal lovers with the skills to prove it. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Animal Expertise: Gregg’s patented “look at me” dog bark guarantees your pup’s attention for that perfect shot. Jennifer’s lifelong experience with Morgan horses ensures flawless equine photography.
- Versatile Settings: Choose from Tulsa’s scenic parks, your home, or our professional studio for the perfect backdrop.
- Fast and Fun Sessions: We keep sessions relaxed and efficient, respecting your time while capturing authentic moments.
- Heirloom-Quality Results: Our images are designed to become cherished keepsakes, printed as wall art, albums, or holiday cards.
- Free Consultations: Plan your session with a no-obligation consultation to bring your vision to life.
Pet Portrait Portfolio
Explore our gallery to see our work with dogs, cats, horses, and more. Get inspired for your own session!
Pet Portrait Pricing Guide
Our pricing is designed to offer flexibility and value, whether you’re booking a standalone pet session or adding pets to a family portrait package.
- Full Session (up to 90 minutes, 1-3 locations): $150*
- Half Session (up to 45 minutes, 1-2 locations): $75*
- Mini-Session (30 minutes, 1 location, 6 finished images): $400*
- Per Fully Retouched Digital File: $70
Session fees are due upon booking. Mini-session fee includes 6 finished images and is paid in full upon booking.
Pair your pet session with a family portrait session for a discounted combo rate—contact us for details!
Premium Printed Materials
- Canvases:
16×20 ($200), 18×24 ($250), 20×50 ($500), 24×56 ($550) - Albums (Photo Books): 8×8 ($250), 10×10 ($350), 12×12 ($450)
All finished images are fully retouched digital masters. Access our online print vendor for unlimited prints at wholesale cost with no markup.
This is our VERY good boy, Marshall the dog. He’s not only a best friend and valued family member, but often accompanies us on human-only portrait shoots. His job is mainly to chase squirrels and keep us safe from the trash collectors and mail delivery vehicle, but he’s undefeated in that regard!
“Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really,” – Agnes Sligh Turnbull. Get that portrait shoot booked today.
Book Your Pet Portrait Session Today
Ready to capture your pet’s personality? Contact Shipman Photography for pet portraits in Tulsa, OK.
Tulsa, OK
(918) 261-4064
support@shipmanphotos.com
For a free consultation or quote, contact us today! Visit the Tulsa County Parks website for ideas on your pet portrait shoot location, or explore our main website for more on our photographic and video services.