The ‘Because of Them’ Project

Woman with curly hair sitting in a forest holding a French Bulldog for her professional dog photography session in Freeport, Maine.

Celebrating The Stories of the Dogs Who’ve Stood Beside You Through It All.

They’ve been there through the heartbreak.
Through the uncertainty.
Through the stillness, the joy, the growing pains.
They’ve held space for your quietest moments and your most unforgettable ones — they’ve never asked for a single thing in return, and yet… they’ve given you everything.

The ‘Because of Them’ Project is a tribute project created to honor the dogs who have shaped us, and the dogs who make our house a home.

This isn’t just a photo session.
It’s tale of friendship. A legacy.
A way to preserve the bond shared between the two of you that carried you when nothing else could.

For the dog who made your life whole —
this is for them.

All stories will be featured in a gorgeous limited-edition coffee table book dedicated to supporting dogs and pets in need throughout New England.

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The Details

The ‘Because of Them’ project is a fundraiser book project celebrating the stories of the dogs who have made a profound impact on their owners lives.

Your session is more than just a photoshoot. It’s a fully tailored and deeply personal dog photography experience. Crafted with care to celebrate exactly who your dog is, and the incredible bond you two share. From start to finish, you and your dog will be guided every step of the way through your photography experience. And the best part? You’ll walk away with stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork that captures you and your dog’s story—exactly as it deserves to be remembered.

All New England-based Dogs are welcome to apply.
Your $190 session fee* includes:
- A personalized consultation call to plan out all session details, ensuring we are capturing you and your dog’s story exactly as you’ve envisioned it.
- A custom, on-location portrait session that feels more like a playdate or adventure crafted just for you and your dog.
- A private artwork design and ordering appointment to select your favorite images and how you’d like to preserve them through art.
A feature in the Because of Them fundraising coffee table book— including a two-page spread with images and the story of you and your dog.
50% of each session fee and 100% of book proceeds will be donated directly to helping dogs and pets in need.
The Because of Them project will be designed, self-published, and professionally printed by Gina Soule with a Spring 2026 release goal.

*Your session fee does not include any digital files, prints, products, or the coffee table book. All artwork and prints, which start at $500, are purchased separately at your artwork design and ordering appointment. The coffee table book may be purchased separately. No session fee is due unless your application is formally accepted for this project. Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis. Once spots are filled, applications will close.

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Your Dog Deserves More Than Just Pretty Pictures, They Deserve Portraits That Truly Embody Them.

The Experience: What To Expect

Let’s Say Hello - Reach out using any of the ‘apply now’ buttons on this page to start the process. We’ll schedule an inquiry call, and let the magic happen. I want to hear all about your exact vision for your portraits, what your dog means to you, and of course, how we can bring this all to life through these sessions.

Every detail, planned with you and your dog in mind - This isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience, your session is completely custom tailored around you and your dog. From the perfect location, your outfit, and the final artwork we will create, no stone is will be left unturned. Whether you have dreamed of a framed portrait above the fireplace, an heirloom album to flip through while your sit with your furry best-friend by your side, I will guide you every single step of the way.

A Session That Feels More Like a Playdate - When you schedule with me, you can rest assured that you are my only session for the day. That means no rushing, no stressing, and more time for playing, adventuring, and exploring! All of my sessions are force-free, and we work at your dog’s pace. That means no forced posing, no pressure, and working only in your dog’s comfort zone. Their happiness is always my top priority, ensuring not only do they have a great time, but so don’t you!

From Adventure to Art - After your session, we will schedule an Artwork Ordering Appointment. I will walk you through the best images from your session, and how they could be displayed throughout your home - scaled to your walls, and tailored to your space. From handcrafted albums to museum-quality wall art, everything is designed to fit your life, your style, and your vision.

Ready to Display and Love - All artwork arrives ready to hang and display in your home. You will never regret capturing these moments in time with your best friend — especially through art that just feels like them, allowing you to relive those special moments you shared over and over again.

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★★★★★

Working with Gina, and her photos, was just incredible!

“[Gina has]…an uncanny talent for capturing not just the physical format of the dog in the most breathtaking way, but somehow their SOUL, their SPIRIT, their ESSENCE’

-Sarah Hardison, 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions:

No off leash? No problem! Since we will be in an urban setting, all dogs will remain on-leash for their safety. I will even bring specialty collars for your dogs to wear that are easy to remove in post-processing, so it appears as if the were off-leash the entire time!
No training? No problem here! Your dog’s portrait sessions isn’t about stellar obedience, it is about letting them be 100% themselves. From zoomies in all directions, to exploring their surroundings, there has never been a dog, no matter the training level, that I haven’t been able to create breathtaking one-of-a-kind portraits of!
Honestly, dogs are kind of like potato chips in my mind, you can’t ever have just one! And if you have more than one pup in your household, it just wouldn’t be fair to not create art from your session featuring them all! Regardless of how many dogs you bring to your session, your spread will still be limited to two pages to feature them all, ensuring there is enough room in the book to feature all dogs who have applied and been accepted.
Of course you can be in the photos with your dog! I don’t just allow this, I encourage it! These sessions are about celebrating your best friend; embrace the moment, take the photo, and love the lasting memories of you two, together.
We live in a digital age - so why art?
Imagine the emotions you feel when you catch sight of your dog’s portrait displayed on the walls of your own home as you walk to make your morning cup of coffee, or imagine flipping through the pages of an album that captures an entire afternoon of memories that you two shared. Have you ever felt this way with an online gallery link that you’ve lost in your email? Yeah, me either. That is the power of physical artwork; it provides an experience that digital mediums simply just cannot replace or replicate.
The friendship you and your dog share is tangible, your art should be too.
YES! And the best part—you’ll get both: digital files AND stunning artwork. You and your dog deserve the best of both worlds!
Digital photos are great for sharing and scrolling, but here at Gina Soule Photo, we specialized in finished fine art pieces. Why you might ask? Because you and your dog’s love, bond, and friendship is tangible, so your portraits should be too! We want you to be able to relive those moments you shared with your dog each and every time you walk through your home and see your dog’s portraits on your walls. Or when you sit down on the couch and flip through the pages of your album with your dog at your side. The is the magic of finished pieces of art. However, we know you’ll want to share your images with your friends and family! That is why every portrait that is turned into art comes with the corresponding web sized digital image, perfect for sharing with friends and family!
100% yes! If your dog is accepted into the project, they will be featured in the book. They will have a two-page spread with story of the friendship the two of you share.