Looking for a Virginia Horse & Dog Photographer? Catherine Michele Photography specializes in including your fur babies in your portraits, because they are part of the family after all.
Virginia Horse & Dog Photographer
Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year for an equine portrait session in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and this session at Steadfast Farm was the perfect example. Surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage and crisp fall air, we spent the evening capturing the special bond between this sweet couple, their beloved horse, and their faithful dog. From heartfelt family portraits to festive holiday photos, every part of this session celebrated the people and animals they love most.
The stunning fall colors at Steadfast Farm created a timeless backdrop as we photographed Stacey with her horse and dog. Some of my favorite images highlight the connection they share, showcasing the joy, trust, and companionship that make these relationships so meaningful.
As a Virginia horse & dog photographer, I love creating portraits that capture every member of the family—including the four-legged ones. Whether you’re planning a horse and dog photography session, family portraits with your animals, or festive Christmas card photos, fall offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in Coastal Virginia. The golden light, colorful leaves, and cooler temperatures make it one of the best seasons to preserve memories you’ll treasure for years to come.
To finish the session, we added a little holiday magic by bringing out Christmas accessories for their annual Christmas card photos. It was the perfect way to blend the beauty of an autumn portrait session with the excitement of the holiday season, creating images that felt both elegant and festive.
Stacey, as always, thank you for trusting me to capture you with Jonathan and your animals!
Location | Steadfast Farm – Virginia Beach, VA
Looking for a horse & dog photographer?
Catherine is available year-round for portrait sessions. She specializes in equestrian and pet photography as well as seniors who want to include their animals in their portraits.
Find more information on booking equestrian sessions here.
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Catherine travels along the east coast including but not limited to: Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida.
You may also see her at horse shows offering white background portrait sessions in VA, MD, NC and SC.
Get more information on white background portraits here.
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