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"so nice to see you here"

I’m Tonya

And I sure hope I’ll be treating you soon to your very own private portrait experience! 

Until then, you may be asking yourself, “Am I really about to book a portrait session for my dog?” Yes. Yes, you are. 

And let me tell you from my own personal story how I know this will be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. And, how I know, when it’s all said and done, you’ll have zero regrets.


My Promise to you…

  • From booking to final artwork, your private portrait session will be delightfully crafted to fit your lifestyle and tell your story. Your entire experience with Tonya Dean Photography promises to be:

  • Specialized just for you

  • Infused with simplicity and joy

  • Full of fine art photography for your home

  • Savored for a very, very long time

Start envisioning your portrait experience

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“I’ve had portrait sessions with my dogs before, but I've never had an experience like this. This was amazing.”

Dr. Carol Ann Aylward, Artist, Surgeon, Mom to Jesse

I wholeheartedly believe you’ll look back on your portrait experience and final photography collection as one of the best and most fitting ways you could have found to hold onto, celebrate, and cherish the irreplaceable connection you have with your pet.

My Life Outside the Frame

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When I’m not behind the lens, I’m regularly adding books to my wishlist or making a fresh pour-over of Bulletproof coffee (to sit down with said books on said wishlist). I’m also a soul who’s down for spontaneous day trips to explore new trails with my love, who is learning that I need a daily quota of time outside in order to stay sane.

Let’s Work Together.

You’ll be guided through a made-to-order portrait experience that gives you permission to pause, play, reconnect with, and relish the unique bonds you’ve formed with the animals who’ve befriended you.