​Frequently Asked Questions - Pet Portraits
Hopefully this FAQ section will answer many , if not all, of your questions about a Pet Portraiture session. Should you have anything else that you would like answered or if you would like to receive a full information pack, please get in touch with me via the contact page or send me an e-mail at rachel@rachelwildigphotography.com and I will respond promptly.
When do I need to book?
​Ideally, your session will be booked as far in advance as possible as I can be booked up for some months, especially if you are hoping to secure a weekend spot. I only accept as many bookings as I can reasonably shoot, edit and return to my clients for proofing in my targeted time frame of two weeks.
I currently take session bookings 7 days a week.

How long will the session last?
Pet Portrait sessions are set at 30-minutes for one pet. Additional pets attract an incremental charge and the session length is increased by 15 minutes for each pet added.
Who may attend the session?
Family members are very welcome to attend the session and to be included in the experience, in fact I encourage it.
Where may the session be held?
Pet Portrait sessions are currently held exclusively at my studio which is located in Freshwater on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
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How should I prepare for the session?
Your input to the planning of the session is invaluable in making it run effectively. Have a think about what you would like to get out of the session and whether there are any particular poses or props that you would like to include.
If your Dog requires grooming, you may wish to schedule the session for shortly afterwards to ensure that they look their best.
If you have a high-energy Dog, it is beneficial to plan some exercise immediately prior to the session so that they have an opportunity to burn off some excess energy as well as go to the toilet.
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What happens if I need to cancel or postpone?
People and pets get sick and circumstances change meaning that occasionally cancellations or postponements are unavoidable. I require as much notice as possible for changes to our booking and I will show you the same courtesy.
I require payment of the session fee upon booking to hold your appointment and this will be forfeited in the case of an outright cancellation without mitigating circumstances. Subject to availability, I am happy to reschedule to accommodate changes due to illness.​
What is included in the session fee?
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A pre-shoot planning session to discuss your requirements (usually by e-mail or telephone)
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The photographic session which will last for an estimated 30 minutes for one pet plus an incremental 15 minutes for each additional pet
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Full use of all studio props
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A minimum of 25 images presented in an online gallery provided for the purposes of making purchasing decisions. These are not available for download unless purchased as part if a digital package.
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One 8x12" print (plus additional 8x12" print for each additional pet)
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A review session is optional and may be held to review images and to place print orders and any frame requirements. I have samples of albums and wall art in my studio.
What will happen to my images if I agree to their usage?
​When you book a photographic session with me, I will ask whether you are prepared to sign a model release. This is a requirement to enable me to utilise your session images for commercial purposes such as offering you a sneak peak on Facebook, producing a session blog with some of my favourite images or adding images to my website.
You are under no obligation to sign this release if you would prefer your images to remain private.
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Can I purchase a session as a gift?
Absolutely! Gift vouchers are available for all of my sessions including Maternity, Newborn, Family and Pet portraiture and last for two years after issue.
How long after the session can I expect to see my images?
I endeavour to provide you with your session proofs within one week of the session unless agreed otherwise. If you have signed a model release I will happily release a "sneak peak" to Facebook and/or Instagram as quickly as a day or two after the session. if you require prints or products ready in time for something special, I recommend factoring an additional couple of weeks allow for the print lab turnaround and delivery.
Once prints have been ordered, you can expect to receive these within 10 days. Print and product orders are placed with my print lab every week or 10 days.
How do I book?
​Send me a personal message via my contact page:
​Tel: 0400 872791
E-mail: rachel@rachelwildigphotography.com

I require payment of the session fee to secure your session. This ensures that no other bookings will be taken for this time and date. Deposits may be made by Australian bank transfer, cash or Paypal.
All print costs must be paid in advance of the order being submitted to the printer.