Remo the German Shepherd | Sydney Dog Photographer

Remo the German Shepherd | Sydney Dog Photographer

Here's a whole lot of handsome for your viewing pleasure. This is Remo the German Shepherd and I'm happy to report that all my fingers are still intact after playing tug with him. Just! Think your dog needs to be good off lead in order for me to get nice photos? Think...

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Phoenix (and his pack) | Sydney Pet Photographer

Phoenix (and his pack) | Sydney Pet Photographer

Soon after Kai passed away, his breeder asked his people if they were ready for another Shar Pei as he had a puppy that would be a good match for their home. After some consideration they welcomed little Phoenix into their pack. Click on the first thumbnail to open...

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Summer & Wattle | Sydney Dog Photography

Summer & Wattle | Sydney Dog Photography

Do you ever wish someone was there to capture your dogs living their best life? I can be there, that's what I do! And I don't charge extra for mud baths! Thankfully Summer and Wattle's Mum wasn't remotely bothered that this was how her dogs looked at the end of their...

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Mack and his people | Sydney Pet Photos

Mack and his people | Sydney Pet Photos

Now that Mack's order is complete and his artworks have gone home it's time to share the images ordered by his people after his recent Location Session with off-camera lighting. Sometimes, when the weather isn't cooperating, outdoor sessions need to be rescheduled...

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Twix (AKA Mr August) | Sydney Pet Photographer

Twix (AKA Mr August) | Sydney Pet Photographer

A look at the images ordered by Twix's people after his Studio Session for my 2023 Blockheads calendar. If you watch the video to the end you can see the finished artworks – a box of fine art prints, a couple of extra prints and some goodies. Click the cog wheel to...

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Cookie & Biscuit | Sydney Dog Photographer

Cookie & Biscuit | Sydney Dog Photographer

I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Biscuit and Cookie and their people recently. It's not often that I get two dogs who are this compliant and easy to work with. They made me look really good, thanks guys! If you watch the video to the end you can see the...

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Lola the Bull Terrier | Sydney Pet Photos

Lola the Bull Terrier | Sydney Pet Photos

I've really enjoyed getting to know Lola and her person this year. I typically meet my clients no more than three times (session, purchasing appointment and artwork collection) but I've probably seen Lola about eight times already and we're not even done yet! I think...

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Klaus Blue Staffy | Studio Pet Photographer

Klaus Blue Staffy | Studio Pet Photographer

I had a bonafide dog celebrity in the studio recently. If you're not one of the 100k+ people following Klaus on Instagram (I think it's even more on TikTok!), then you need to be! He's more than a little bit cute. Here's a look at the full slideshow from his shoot....

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Recent Studio Sessions 11.22 – Studio Pet Photographer

Recent Studio Sessions 11.22 – Studio Pet Photographer

Meet some of the dogs that had studio sessions recently – all three are models in my 2023 fundraiser calendars – Kira, Tortellini and Azuki ... ⁣ Click on the first thumbnail to open the full image and then scroll though the gallery using your arrow keys or the arrow...

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Nugget the Cavoodle | Studio Pet Photography

Nugget the Cavoodle | Studio Pet Photography

Nugget and some of his extensive wardrobe came for a Studio Session recently. I love this bit from his pre-session questionnaire: When I first saw a photo of him I said to my husband "that one looks like a chicken nugget" and my husband responded with "we are not...

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about ruth

Based in Sydney, Ruth O’Leary, is one of Australia’s most sought after dog photographers. She takes colourful and emotive photographs of dogs in stunning locations. Since the launch of Ruthless Photos in 2008 her images have brought tears of joy to hundreds of loving pet owners across the globe.

If you’d like to find out more please contact Ruth today.

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About Ruth

Based in Sydney, Ruth O’Leary, is one of Australia’s most sought after dog photographers. She takes colourful and emotive photographs of dogs in stunning locations. Since the launch of Ruthless Photos in 2008 her images have brought tears of joy to hundreds of loving pet owners across the globe. If you’d like to find out more please contact Ruth today.