Meet Penny
Your photographer, Penny King, has specialized in event photos all over Delmarva for over 20 years. Penny uses cutting-edge equipment to take professional pictures and customize them at your event and print them on locations. She has extensive experience with animal portraiture.
Santa Photos
The most magical time of the year is here and Penny is here to capture your pet's visit with Santa Claus!
Location: Ocean Pines
(Address provided upon registration)
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Unfortunately, Santa has canceled for December 9th.
We will be scheduling another day soon!
During the session, I will capture and create a beautiful art photo for your home so that family and friends can share the memories of this Christmas time and be treasured for a lifetime.
Tips for Taking Your Pup To Meet Santa
Taking photos with Santa is a classic holiday tradition, and now here is an opportunity to include your pup in the fun.
Is Your Dog Comfortable With Others?
A location with other dogs and humans can be a stressful situation for even the most socialized of dogs. If your pup has a history of being fearful in crowds or is not a big fan of meeting others, specifically kids and other pets, it might be best to leave Fido at home. If your dog has a bite history, you will definitely want to skip out on this tradition, and maybe schedule a private photoshoot at your home.
Dress Your Pup in Their Holiday Best
Dress your pup in a Christmas bandana pup or Christmas Sweater, now is the time to dress him up in his holiday finest! Let's be real, this is going to be the family Christmas photo this year. And be ready to hop in the photo with him, if needed. May we suggest a hilariously adorable matching sweater, or your Christmas outfit in case the situation occurs?
Bring Your Pup's Favorite Treats
After practicing at home with your dog's favorite treats, make sure to bring a bunch to the photo shoot. These will help encourage your dog to look at the camera while posing with Santa, as well as helping to introduce your dog to the guy in the big red suit.
Move Slowly When Introducing Santa
Unless you reside in the North Pole, Santa is likely a stranger to your pup. Strangers can be anxiety-inducing in a regular situation, but a strange man in a red suit with a large white beard can be especially unsettling to a dog who has never met the big guy before. Allow your pup to move slowly to greet Santa, and maybe even give Santa one of your pup's favorite treats to build trust.
Practice Your Training Commands
Simple commands like "sit" and "stay" are especially useful when taking dog photos with Santa. If you are posing your dog next to Santa while he's sitting on his throne, instruct him to sit, which will have him facing the camera, and then instruct him to stay so that he doesn't immediately come running back to you, his trusted owner.
Position yourself behind the photographer or camera with a treat or toy that is especially important to Fido. This will capture his attention and provide a great "happy" face for the photo. And don't forget to treat your pup after for his good behavior!
Disclaimer
For pet parents, the safety and security of their pet, and the photography crew, it is a top priority that all pets must remain on leashes and be controlled by the owner at all times.
Capture your personalized holiday photo at home.
Contact Penny to schedule a private photo session.