The storytelling starts here.

Let’s create art that moves your soul and honors your journey with the dog you love.

The storytelling starts here.

Let’s create art that moves your soul and honors your journey with the dog you love.

We create art inspired by your Soul Dog.

Through a book or wall art, our mission is to create art that moves you deeply and is a beautiful expression of the dog you love.

The storytelling starts here.

Let's create art that moves your soul and honors your journey with the dog you love.

We create art inspired by your Soul Dog.

Through a book or wall art, our mission is to create art that moves you deeply and is a beautiful expression of the dog you love.

There’s more than one way to tell your story.

Your Soul Dog’s story can be told in a single piece, a series, or a collection.

There’s more than one way to tell your story.

Your Soul Dog’s story can be told in a single piece, a series, or a collection.

A single image.

If there’s one thing about your Soul Dog, or about your connection, that you want to remember. That one thing they do that is a full expression of their joy. That thing that represents the heart of your journey together. That’s what we’re gonna create as a wall art piece for you. 

One big, beautiful, show-stopping piece of art on your wall will help you honor your Soul Dog’s story.

A single image.

If there’s one thing about your Soul Dog, or about your connection, that you want to remember. That one thing they do that is a full expression of their joy. That thing that represents the heart of your journey together. That’s what we’re gonna create as a wall art piece for you. 

One big, beautiful, show-stopping piece of art on your wall will help you honor your Soul Dog’s story.

A series of images. 

If you want more than one piece of art that expresses your Soul Dog’s spirit and the joy they bring to your life. And your walls are longing to hold all of that joy for you. We’re gonna create a body of work to tell your Soul Dog’s story. 

A series of 3 or more wall art pieces will help you stay connected to the things you love most about your Soul Dog.

A series of images. 

If you want more than one piece of art that expresses your Soul Dog’s spirit and the joy they bring to your life. And your walls are longing to hold all of that joy for you. We’re gonna create a body of work to tell your Soul Dog’s story. 

A series of 3 or more wall art pieces will help you stay connected to the things you love most about your Soul Dog.

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A collection of images.

If your heart is calling for a deeper connection to your journey with your Soul Dog. And a way to hold onto the things you love most about them, then we’re gonna create a book together.

We’ll spend time letting you and your dog live in your moments during your session. The photos we curate for the book will be an expression of those living moments.

A book that holds your Soul Dog’s story will be your key to endless connection.

A collection of images.

If your heart is calling for a deeper connection to your journey with your Soul Dog. And a way to hold onto the things you love most about them, then we’re gonna create a book together.

We’ll spend time letting you and your dog live in your moments during your session. The photos we curate for the book will be an expression of those living moments.

A book that holds your Soul Dog’s story will be your key to endless connection.

How to work with SoulDog Creative

There are two main session options currently available for booking.

How to work with SoulDog Creative

There are two main session options currently available for booking.

SoulDog Story Session

For clients who want a customized experience and artwork to help tell their Soul Dog's story.

Starts at $1290

SoulDog in The Wild Session

For clients who want to explore a WA State park with Marika and have beautiful photos of their adventure.

Starts at $2500

SoulDog Story Session

For clients who want a customized experience and artwork to help tell their Soul Dog's story.
Starts at $1290

SoulDog in The Wild Session

For clients who want to explore a WA State park with Marika and have beautiful photos of their adventure.
Starts at $2500

Your SoulDog Story Session 

All custom sessions are focused on honoring your Soul Dog.
Your Soul Dog's joy.
Your Soul Dog’s spirit.
Your Soul Dog’s story.
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Let me show you, you.

You deserve artwork that reminds you of your beautiful life with your Soul Dog. To make that happen, you need an experience that allows you to be in your moments together.

I’m here to create that experience and artwork for you.

Everything we do together focuses on creating space for you to live the journey with your Soul Dog. This means you get to be present with them so that the photos we create speak to the heart of your connection.

Let me show you, you.

You deserve artwork that reminds you of your beautiful life with your Soul Dog. To make that happen, you need an experience that allows you to be in your moments together.

I’m here to create that experience and artwork for you.

Everything we do together focuses on creating space for you to live the journey with your Soul Dog. This means you get to be present with them so that the photos we create speak to the heart of your connection.

Live the journey with your Soul Dog.

Be in these moments today, and have photos taken for tomorrow.

Live the journey with your Soul Dog.

Be in these moments today, and have photos taken for tomorrow.

Live the journey with your Soul Dog.

Be in these moments today, and have photos taken for tomorrow.

One-of-a-kind artwork for a one-of-a-kind connection

The art we create is inspired by the story you share, the places we go, and the time we spend together during your session.

Your connection with your Soul Dog is one of a kind. Your artwork should be too.

The art we create is inspired by the story you share, the places we go, and the time we spend together during your session. Your connection with your Soul Dog is one of a kind. Your artwork should be too.

One-of-a-kind artwork for a one-of-a-kind connection

The art we create is inspired by the story you share, the places we go, and the time we spend together during your session. Your connection with your Soul Dog is one of a kind. Your artwork should be too.

SoulDog Creative Artwork Favorites

These are the most popular ways SoulDog Creative clients enjoy the art from their session.

SoulDog Creative Artwork Favorites

These are the most popular ways SoulDog Creative clients enjoy the art from their session.

Impact on your walls.

Whether you opt for a single impact piece or a series, displaying your favorite photos from your Soul Dog’s session on your walls creates an environment where you can feel close to them, always.

Hot Tip – Buying a series of pieces gives you multiple design options for displaying your Soul Dog’s story.

Connection in your hands.

The ultimate companion in storytelling, your SoulDog book keeps you connected to your Soul Dog’s story while allowing you plenty of opportunity to share their joy with those you love.

Hot Tip – All those little details you love about your Soul Dog? They BELONG in a book!

Joyful extras that wow.

Small works of art like the acrylic block print (available as an add-on to SoulDog book and wall art orders) help to remind you every day of the joy your Soul Dog brings to your life.

Hot Tip – In case you’re wondering – no, there’s no unreasonable number of these you can display in your home. They are the best.

Impact on your walls.

Whether you opt for a single impact piece or a series, displaying your favorite photos from your Soul Dog’s session on your walls creates an environment where you can feel close to them, always.

Hot Tip – Buying a series of pieces gives you multiple design options for displaying your Soul Dog’s story.

Connection in your hands.

The ultimate companion in storytelling, your SoulDog book keeps you connected to your Soul Dog’s story while allowing you plenty of opportunity to share their joy with those you love.

Hot Tip – All those little details you love about your Soul Dog? They BELONG in a book!

Joyful extras that wow.

Small works of art like the acrylic block print (available as an add-on to SoulDog book and wall art orders) help to remind you every day of the joy your Soul Dog brings to your life.

Hot Tip – In case you’re wondering – no, there’s no unreasonable number of these you can display in your home. They are the best.

“Truly a piece of art.”

I never imagined the end product could look so perfect.
Very high quality work!

– Jasmine (Pumpkin & Peekaboo’s mom)

“Fun to share her story.”

I am so grateful to have such fantastic images of her that capture her true personality that I can keep forever.

– Becky (Piper’s mom)

“Perfect captures.”

Not only did Gibson shine, but the photos of my husband are authentic to him and perfect captures of this slice of life.

– Javila (Gibson’s mom)

“Truly a piece of art.”

I never imagined the end product could look so perfect.
Very high quality work!

– Jasmine (Pumpkin & Peekaboo’s mom)

“Fun to share her story.”

I am so grateful to have such fantastic images of her that capture her true personality that I can keep forever.

– Becky (Piper’s mom)

“Perfect captures.”

Not only did Gibson shine, but the photos of my husband are authentic to him and perfect captures of this slice of life.

– Javila (Gibson’s mom)

How it works

1. LET’S CHAT

It starts with a conversation.

During your initial consultation, I want to hear as much about you and your dog as you’d like to share. We can discuss all the details that go into telling their story, so any questions you have will be answered in this meeting. Consultations take place via Zoom.

When you decide to book your session I send a contract and invoice for your session fee via email.

2. LET’S PLAY

We’re gonna hang out and make some art.

Sessions can take place just about anywhere in the Pacific Northwest. At home or in the wild, we go where our hearts are calling. If you’re not sure where you want to go yet, that’s ok. We work together to find the perfect spot where your dog will be happy to be doing the things they love.

3. LET’S DESIGN

A vision brought to life.

The first time you see the photos from your session is when we meet over Zoom to go through them together. I’ve taken the time to curate a collection that represents the vision of your Soul Dog’s story. You’ll be presented with artist recommendations (wall art and SoulDog book mockups), and by the end of the meeting, you’ll have selected how you want your story to come to life in print. You’ll pay for your artwork, and then the advanced editing and design process begins.

4. LET’S ENJOY

Your story in print.

The best day of all is the day you receive your finished, printed artwork. Some specialty items take a bit longer to create, so expect printed artwork to be ready between 4 and 6 weeks after your order has been paid in full and any designs have been approved. I check each item to be sure it looks beautiful, and then arrange for pickup or delivery of your finished order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Some things you might be wondering about.

YES! No matter where you’re at in your journey with your dog, we can work together. I believe all dogs are Soul Dogs for the people who love them. One will never be like another, but that doesn’t mean they don’t hold their own special place in our hearts forever.

PLEASE be in photos with your dog. I can’t tell you enough how grateful I am to have booked TWO professional photo sessions with my Soul Dog before she died. The photos of us together, just being our wild selves, are some of my greatest treasures.

If you’re nervous about being in photos, I get it. It can feel awkward not knowing what to do, or what’s happening behind the camera. But here’s the thing. When you are with your dog, just being in the moment together, you are absolute magic. We’ll work together to create a fun, joyful, and stress-free experience for you and your dog. If anything awkward comes up, we take a break, regroup, do some zoomies, and continue living in the moment where you and your dog are in your beautiful light.

Afterwards, you’ll be so happy to have photos that show just how amazing you are with the dog you love.

That’s totally okay! Many of my sessions take place on leash in beautiful spaces. The safety of your dog is most important which is why I do leash removal in post-production. An at-home session is also an option if that’s where your dog is most comfortable.

This is a common concern of first time clients. We love our free-spirited dogs, but it makes it hard to capture their sweet faces when they are bouncing around so much. Luckily, I’m a professional photographer equipped with not only the proper equipment, but the knowledge to create beautiful portraits of even the wildest dogs. I’m also a free-spirited animal, so I’m always up for the challenge.

An untrained dog can still have beautiful photos  taken. I do recommend that for your dog’s best interest and safety, you take some time to work on basic commands. There are many wonderful trainers in the greater Seattle area who can help you and your dog become a wonderful team.

I’m so very sorry for what you’re going through. Yes, it’s possible to book an emergency session. I encourage you to email and call me as soon as possible so that we can schedule a Legacy session for you and your dog.

The biggest difference between these session types is that a SoulDog in The Wild session takes place at a Washington State Park, and the session package includes a wall art piece. This is a great option if you’ve worked with me in the past, or if you have a favorite state park you’d love to have your dog photographed in, or if you just want to go explore a new place and would like to be a part of this fun project where I’m photographing dogs in all dog-friendly Washington State Parks.

A SoulDog Story session is custom – meaning we create an experience based on your needs, and the best opportunities to create art that honors your Soul Dog. This is the best session option if you want to focus on your Soul Dog’s story, your connection, and want a customized experience to bring your vision to life. 

For SoulDog Story sessions, the $1290 session fee includes an artwork credit of $1000 that will be used toward your final artwork purchase (a SoulDog book, wall art or both). Depending on what we create together, you can expect to spend between $1800 – $8000 or more on artwork.

For a SoulDog in The Wild session, the $2500 package includes the session, one acrylic wall art piece (up to 20×30 inches), and a copy of the official SoulDog in The Wild Adventure map. You’ll be able to purchase more artwork too (and you’ll probably want to once you see what we create together in the wild).

Yes! I also love working with clients who would like to have their cats or horses photographed. 

If you’re looking for a session to tell your cat’s or horse’s story, go ahead and book a consultation, and we’ll talk details!

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