About
Amie Barron
London’s portrait and lifestyle dog photographer.
Amie Barron is a dog photographer based in London who works with natural light to capture the unique and beautiful personalities of dogs with urban and green space fine art photography, as well as fun and vibrant studio photography.
Hi, I’m Amie and in all honesty I’d much rather be talking about your dog than myself but let’s give this a go.
I’m a dog photographer, dog-owner and all-round dog enthusiast who lives and shoots in London. I love capturing lasting memories and authentic moments of our capital’s dogs and I absolutely cannot wait to meet yours.
The Real Reason I do What I do
Shenna. Solo. Flick. Elphie. Jersey. Oscar. Theo.
There hasn’t been a single day in my entire life that I haven’t shared with a dog, and I hope there never will be. If you’re reading this, chances are you have your own list of dogs who have touched your life in their own special way.
Those named above helped me through some of my most difficult times and they have absolutely no idea. Shenna and Solo were childhood friends of mine, shaping my first interactions with dogs and helping me understand that they are more than just pets, they are our chosen family.
There are, however, two dogs whose effect on my life has been so profound they have shaped the dog photographer and dog advocate that I am today:
OSCAR THE JACHSHUND
He guided me through one of the toughest periods of my life and was so strong for such a little dude. Although he had his problems with fear and reactivity, he was so full of love for us at home.
Being the source of trust for Oscar was key: I was his safe space. He’s solely responsible for developing my understanding of dogs facing similar issues. He became the reason I got into dog photography and became such a strong advocate for and champion of fearful and reactive dogs in particular.
When I was first learning how to photograph, I was never of a good enough skill level to capture images of him that I thought were good enough. To this day I wish I’d learned how to take good pictures much earlier on in his life so I’d have some extra special ones of him to be super proud of now. .
Losing Oscar was… there are no words. His passing made me look at my own life in a way I never had before. His impact was so strong that I quit my job to become a dog walker, spending time with dogs that others wouldn’t want to walk on account of their fearfulness, reactivity or advanced age.
THEO THE MINPIN
The dog I’d named before I’d ever even met her. Where Oscar changed the way I looked at reactive dogs, Theo has changed the way I’ve looked at the world.
When I brought Theo home for the first time I understood how little I had known about dogs, despite loving them every single day of my life. Although Theo was so different from Oscar in many ways, they became best friends and - more importantly - gave each other confidence. He showed her that watching fireworks out of the window wasn’t scary at all when you were comfortable in bed, and she taught him things I never could, like how to play confidently in the park.
Through working very closely with a behaviourist friend to train Theo, I learned so much about the importance of nurturing a dog’s abilities and uniqueness with a mixture of knowledge, kindness and patience - a philosophy that I carry with me as a dog photographer every single day.
Theo has been the driving force behind my development as a dog photographer - we’ve explored all corners of London together, and she’s taught me how to see London from a dog’s eye view. My little muse.
Dog-led, consent-based photography
My approach to dog photography is simple: the photograph never matters more than the dog.
I work in a dog-led, consent-based way, which means I pay close attention to body language, comfort and choice throughout every session. Dogs are never forced into poses, interactions, or environments they are uncomfortable with, and there is no expectation that they “perform” for the camera.
If a dog needs a break, we take one. If something is making them uncomfortable, we change it. If continuing is not in their best interests, I stop.
Reactive, nervous and shy dogs are always welcome. Dogs can remain safely on lead, quieter locations can be chosen around known triggers, and appropriate safety equipment can often be removed later during retouching. Owners are never asked to compromise their dog’s welfare simply to create a particular photograph.
My aim is always to create beautiful portraits with your dog, not at their expense.
Training, behaviour & education
I’m continually developing my understanding of canine behaviour, body language and science-led, reward-based training so I can adapt each photography session to the individual dog in front of me.
My photography experience is shaped not only by years of working with dogs but also by ongoing education in behaviour, fear, reactivity, cooperative handling, and positive training methods.
That knowledge helps me recognise when a dog needs more space, a change of approach, a break, or simply more time - and lets me build sessions around what helps them feel safe and successful.
I am dedicated to ensuring as many of London’s dogs as possible have a positive, enjoyable experience with photography. I’m deeply committed to combining thoughtful dog handling, behaviour knowledge and photography to create a fun, relaxed experience for every dog I meet.
That dedication is extended to you as well. The most significant part of your dog’s story. I am here for you, every step of the way, to ensure neither you nor your dog is ever confused and left wondering what to do. If you would like to get to know each other a little better, or ask me anything at all while you consider booking a photography session for you and your dog, you can do so by:
Calling +447746819335
Emailing hello@amiebarron.co.uk
Sending a Whatsapp Message
“I couldn’t be happier with the final photos; they are honestly amazing and capture Bonnie perfectly!”
“Bonnie had the best time!! It was such a fun day. Bonnie is a super playful and energetic puppy, but Amie was so patient and professional and gave us really good and clear instructions during the process. Bonnie got the hang of posing very quickly haha.
I couldn’t be happier with the final photos; they are honestly amazing and capture Bonnie perfectly! Every single photograph was so special and so much thought and creativity went into them.
I highly recommend Amie; she was so calm, caring, knowledgeable and patient throughout the whole process. I’m so happy I chose Amie to capture such beautiful memories of Bonnie.”
- Bonnie’s Human (Amie Barron Photography 5* Google Review)
READY TO CELEBRATE YOUR DOG?
Studio Portraits
With me in Wimbledon or in the comfort of your home.
Outdoor Portraits
London (or Surrey) streets, parks, and green spaces.
If you look through my portfolio and think, “My dog would never be able to pose like that”, then I’m ABSOLUTELY the dog photographer for you.
I believe so strongly in the philosophy of ‘no dog left behind’. It’s that simple for me because I haven’t yet met a dog that I have not been able to understand and communicate with to get the very best out of them. I feel so passionately about creating a culture of inclusivity around dogs, especially dogs who are reactive, unwell, older, or considered by some (but not me!) to be “difficult”.
In photographing all different personalities and quirks of dogs, I aim to surprise you with awe-inspiring images of your own dog that you never thought were achievable. My goal is for you to leave your portrait session thinking, “I cannot believe my dog was able to pose like that!” and to view your session images completely filled with reverence for your dog.
If you would like to explore my approach in more depth, I’ve written a few guides that walk through the experience.
MY DOG PHOTOGRAPHY PHILOSOPHY
Amie is thrilled to have achieved the following awards…
Why I’ve Got the Goods
Don’t just take my word for it - it turns out that some International Photography Organisations and Brands quite like what I do too. Here are some of my biggest achievements to date:
Shot for The Royal Kennel Club in 2025
Collaborated with the Affordable Art Fair: Hampstead for two consecutive years
1st place in WPE Awards 2023
Image of the Year runner-up with The Guild of Photographers 2023
Top 10 Pet Photographers of the Year with The Guild of Photographers 2023
Partnered with brands such as Armani and Barbour
Worked with international brands including Giorgi Armani, Weatherbeeta and Zesty Paws
Amie Barron has worked with some of the leading UK-based pet companies to create impactful brand and marketing images:
a few things about mE…
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Vegan junk food, fictional crime thriller books, comic books, video games and binge-watching TV and Movies. Oh, and building gaming PCs.
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I can be found hanging out with Theo. She is very explorative and enjoys being outside, so we spend a huge amount of time exploring together. She accompanies me to sample coffee and vegan cakes at dog-friendly spots around London, and we’ve recently gotten really into our new hobby of cataloguing the local wildlife and birds of London.
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An author. When I was a teenager, I would spend a lot of time at home and in corners of my school writing poetry and fiction. For years I thought that is what I wanted to do, and some of my poetry has even been published.
Amie is proud to be a member of the following Photographic Associations
WHAT THE HUMANS SAY…