Pets

We looove our animals, don’t we? Whether it’s a fuzzy kitten, clumsy puppy, or gallant steed, we are madly in love, and completely obsessed with our critters.

Who could resist benefits like unconditional love, laughter, galloping through the pasture, a cool wet nose on a hot afternoon, a warm purr on a cool winter morning, all the people (and animal) friends you collect along the way while out walking or riding… It rarely gets any better than this!

Our animals are our family, and often our refuge for peace, comfort, healing and sometimes our safety. One of the most joyous ways to pay tribute to your animal friend is a professional, carefully designed portrait to display in your home or on your desk, or even the walls inside your beautiful barn.

My sessions are on location. I travel throughout the Northwest (or farther if needed/requested). We meet for a consultation so I completely understand the desired end product, any animal or location specifics we might need to consider. A lot of homework (on my part) is done before we ever have our session. As a professional, it is imperative I arrive prepared, and with a plan, and a backup plan (or two). I’m also very flexible, and when we see something amazing – it’s perfectly ok to toss the original plan because the moment delivers us something completely unexpected and breathtaking. Flexibility is the key – always.

Every pet/animal has his/her own agenda and mood. Because of this, I don’t wear a watch, and don’t want my clients to worry about the time. And, if things go awry, we have a second session – at no additional fee. The purpose of the session is to create images that thrill my clients. It hasn’t happened yet, but in the event there is a session that doesn’t yield what the owner wants… we do it again!

I’d love to visit with you about a portrait for your pet(s) or your entire family! I may be reached at: nina@ninabeheim.com
Home office: (360)613-0914 Mobile: (360)674-8175

I envy children for their ability to make up words, and get away with using those made-up words. My personal favorite is “funner” – and I use it more than I care to admit. In that spirit, I have to admit, there’s nothing funner than creating beautiful art involving a family pet, or pets.
The image on the left garnered me the 2012 Washington State Animal/Pet Photographer by the Professional Photographers of Washington, and was also awarded first place in a B&W fine art show in Bellevue.