Aaron Jay Young Studio
Southern California’s Best Pet Portrait Photography Studio
“It isn’t just the photograph. It’s the process. It is being open and allowing yourself the opportunity to be seen from a different perspective. Each perspective is to be celebrated, whether it feels safe and easy, or pushes you to outside your comfort zone. That is where the magic happens. That is where you give yourself the grace you deserve to heal, to feel loved, and to be seen.”
— Cat Ford-Coates (client)
Behind the Scenes at the Studio
It’s time to boycott the word “photogenic”. All animals are incredible creations of our Earth and deserve to bask in the limelight. Preserve the bond you share with your pets by capturing their personalities in an unforgettable way.
Pet Photography Gallery
About Aaron Jay Young
I’ve been a portrait photographer in Southern California for over a decade.
My work is my passion, it’s all my life experiences - the pain, the trauma, the work I’ve done to find forgiveness, love, and compassion for myself - that allows me to really see other people, their pain, their joy, their vulnerability, and capture it authentically.
Everybody deserves to be seen and to be heard.
How The Pet Photoshoot Experience Works
BEFORE THE SHOOT
Before booking a portrait photoshoot I always do a phone consultation to learn more about you, what kind of photos might be wanting, and to discuss other aspects like wardrobe and cost.
I will guide you in what outfits to bring and how you can style your hair and makeup. I’ll also get to know your pet so I can best prepare my studio for their arrival.
Hair and makeup is always available (but not required), at an additional cost.
THE DAY OF YOUR SHOOT
On the day of the shoot you’ll arrive with your selected clothes and we’ll take a moment to just get to know each other a little more. We’ll hang up the clothes on a rack and prep your wardrobe. Then we’ll get you and your pet ready & posed for your photos! The shoot itself lasts about 2 hours.
DURING THE SHOOT
During the shoot, it will be more relaxed than any other photoshoot experience you might have had. I will guide you & your pet through the entire process, there’s really nothing you have to “do” except trust me. I guarantee we will get stunning images that you will love.
AFTER THE SHOOT
After the shoot, we will schedule a photo ordering appointment that will take place a couple of days later over a Zoom session. During these 2 days, I will hand-pick the absolute best images from your shoot and you’ll have the opportunity to view the beautiful selection of images and decide which ones you would like to purchase.
Once you’ve made your decision, I will then retouch your purchased images (and have them printed if the order prints) and have them ready for you within 2 weeks.
Memories That Last A Lifetime
Wall Art & Products
FAQs - You Asked, I’ve Answered!
Can I be in the photos with my pet?
Most certainly! You can be in as many photos with your pet as you like to celebrate your bond together. This isn’t required, though. If you’d like your pet to be the sole star of the show, we can do that too.
Where will the photoshoot take place?
The photoshoot will be at our beautiful studio in downtown Los Angeles. Occasionally we also will go on location to do shoots as well, It really all depends what the client wants.
What kind of pets do you photograph?
I love photographing all sorts of animals, dogs, cats, rodents, reptiles - you name it! I’m great with animals. As long as we are able to keep you, your pet, and all studio staff safe during your session then we accept all kinds of critters in our doors. If you have any concerns about your pet, get in touch and we’ll see if we can make it work!
What about hair and makeup?
Usually men don’t need hair and makeup. However, it is available upon request for an additional fee. For Women, hair and makeup is always available for an additional fee and recommended, however you are welcome to do your own.
What if I have no idea how to pose?
It’s our job to direct you and make sure you look incredible. Your job is to just have fun.
I don’t think I’m photogenic so why would I do this?
The idea of being photogenic is a myth. We go beyond this idea to something called “soulgenic”. We capture your soul - the very essence of who you are. Every single person on the planet is soulgenic and we are on a mission to prove it, one human at a time.
Some of the most beautiful photographs you see on this site were taken of people who were convinced they were’t photogenic. It’s our job to really see you and to capture the true you. We are pretty sure you’ll fall in love with the person you see looking back in your photographs.
Contact Me
Are you ready to start planning your family photoshoot?
Feel free to call or message us directly!
Phone: 424.335.1041
Email: Info@aaronjayyoungstudio.com
We would love to answer all your questions and go over details about the experience and pricing.
Location: 3430 S Hill Street #201, Los Angeles, CA 90007