So, How Does This All Work?

Step 1: Consultation

Your optional pre-session consultation is just a chance to talk through what matters most: your dog, your vision, and where this art will live once it’s all said and done. We’ll chat about locations, logistics, and how you picture your final artwork, whether that’s one jaw-dropping wall piece or a fine art album made for Sunday coffee table bragging rights.

Step 2: Session Day

This is your dog’s moment to do what he does best: be unapologetically himself! We’ll meet at your chosen location for a relaxed, joy-filled session designed around his personality. If he wants to show off his good side, perfect. If he’d rather dive nose-first into the mud, even better. Either way, you’ll walk away with portraits that capture your dog exactly as you know him—perfectly imperfect.

Step 3: The Art

A few weeks later, we’ll meet at my portrait suite for your in-person ordering appointment. You’ll see your portraits for the first time, choose all your favorites, and design how they’ll live in your home. From custom wall groupings to heirloom folio boxes you’ll flip through for years, every detail is curated to fit your space and story. Fair warning: laughter and the occasional happy tear are common. Don’t worry, I’m fully stocked with tissues.

Step 4: Happy Tails

Just like that, the moment you've been wagging your tail (or maybe refreshing your inbox) for has arrived: delivery day! Once your products arrive, I'll contact you to arrange a time for your artwork pickup. And the best part? Everything arrives display-ready! No confusing assembly instructions, just pure wall-mounting glory. Brace yourself for an extreme case of can't-stop-staring-at-my-dog-in-a-frame syndrome may occur upon delivery.

Session Details

The Bark & Gold experience is all about connection, artistry, and ease with every session designed to capture natural, expressive portraits of your dog. We’ll meet at a beautiful outdoor location where your dog can simply be himself while I work my magic with natural light and a few tricks of my own.

Using natural light and a calm, force-free approach, each session (typically 45–60 minutes) unfolds at your dog’s pace for a truly stress-free experience. The result? Gorgeous, emotive images that reflect your dog exactly as he is—happy, relaxed, real, and unmistakably him.

Your session fee is $195 plus tax and includes:

An optional pre-session phone consultation to learn more about your pet(s)

An on-location session for up to two pets from the same household within the greater Pittsburgh area*

Your client portal to help plan your session and artwork

Professional editing of your images, including master art retouching and leash removals on ordered portraits

An in-person ordering appointment to select your favorite portraits and design your artwork

A matted 5x7 gift print of your choice, valued at $170

For senior or ailing dogs, Rainbow Sessions are available with priority scheduling whenever possible. These sessions focus on comfort, connection, and celebrating the love that’s been there all along.

BOOK YOUR SESSION

*Please note that Bark & Gold Photography does not offer in-home or backyard sessions. Your session fee does not include digital files. Prints and products, which start at $510, are purchased separately at your ordering appointment.

preserving their story, beautifully

Most Bark & Gold clients invest between $2,000–$3,000 in artwork that captures their dog’s spirit and turns it into tangible storytelling through handcrafted fine art albums, museum-quality wall art, and heirloom folio boxes designed to last a lifetime. Because these aren’t just portraits; they’re the way you’ll remember them.

PRODUCT & PRICING DETAILS

I'd Love a Session, But My Dog...

"Crazy" dogs, shy dogs, can't-be-off-a-leash dogs.

Most people don’t believe their dog will ever behave well enough, long enough, or at all for me to get good photos, and even more tell me it's also because their dog cannot go off-leash. Sound familiar? The great thing is that neither is a requirement for your session!

Drawing on my experience and patience to work with a variety of behaviors and temperaments, from rambunctious to reactive, I take a no-pressure, relaxed approach to our time together, which means there is absolutely no need for your pup to be an obedience school superstar or be leash-free to have a successful session. In fact, I'd estimate that close to 80% of all dogs I photograph are leashed (not that you'd ever know thanks to a little post-processing magic). Move the slider to check out this before-and-after of Rocky.

After

Before

Happy Tails

"I had a fantastic experience working with Jessica of Bark & Gold Photography. She was so thorough and responsive throughout the entire process and was so easy to work with. I couldn't imagine how she could get photos as I wrangled an older dog and a puppy, but the results far exceeded my expectations and I couldn't be more pleased with the final results. I'll cherish that day, and the photos, for years to come!"

Riley & Teddy's mom Maureen

"We are so very happy with how well our pictures turned out! Jessica was so kind and patient with Hank who was shot out of a cannon that evening and could barely sit still! With all the crazies, she was able to capture gorgeous pictures of Hank being his goofy self. I was very grateful for the prompt and organized communication and scheduling. Her organization is quite inspiring and made me feel like I could trust her to deliver an excellent product within the schedule you defined. She did not disappoint!"

Hank's mom Melinda

"I was worried that my dogs would not sit still and that would result in not-so-great photo options. Jessica did a great job of capturing my girls in their element, running, swimming, and loving the outdoors! Jessica was very easy to work with and the dogs loved her!"

Coco & Olive's mom Courtney

How Will You Remember?

To schedule your session or learn more about Bark & Gold Photography, contact me at jessica@barkandgoldphotography.com or call 724-913-BARK (2275).