Off Leash Studio
We recently had the pleasure of meeting, and working with Kevin Sarasom, of Off Leash Studio during the filming of our PetSmart commercial. Kevin is the very talented and professional man behind the lens. After briefly composing ideas in his mind, he shared his thoughts and invited feedback from me, the pet parent. Perhaps knowing a bit about Henry, Reese and Ricky helped with his creative process. Mostly, I think it was Kevin’s easy going attitude; his ability to wait patiently for his models to become comfortable, open up and show off their personalities.
We are delighted to share with you some of the fun images from Off Leash Studio (recognize anyone?)
What inspired you to become a photographer and, in particular, to specialize in pet photography?
I’ve been a cinematographer for 5 years now and I realized that I’ve got a knack for making things look good, and I love animals. I had a vision to produce really high production value in the photos while capturing unique expressions or showing personality.
Natural, outdoor environment, home (of pet), or studio. Why is that your preference?
We only shoot in studio, at Off Leash Studio
As a volunteer, shelter photographer, I know how amazing it is to connect with the animals. Please share with us one of your most magical experiences (and photograph from that session, if possible)
They are all magical experiences! This is Tyson and Abby. They were especially awesome.
Tyson and Abby – Off Leash Studio
All time favourite photo – why?
Frankenstein – the first photo ever, that inspired the rest
Any ‘Oopsie Daisies’ during a shoot?
Nothing a pee pad can’t take care of.
Do you have a favourite species, breed, or age group to photograph?
Great Danes.
Do you have animal companions? Please tell us about them?
I have a pet corn snake, Clarisse. She’s awesome and will soon be featured!
Camera and favourite lens (why)?
Canon 5DM3, 50mm 1.2 – The shallow depth of field!
What, in your opinion makes a great pet portrait?
If it tells a story, it’s a great portrait.
What tips and suggestions do you have for shelter workers wanting to create a flattering photo for each pet’s adoption profile portrait?
A diffused light source. If you have a flash, point it towards and bounce it off a piece of paper.
Off Leash Studio specializes in capturing your pet’s unique personality. Using cinematic lighting techniques honed through years of experience shooting portraits, the style we aim for is classic and modern, with a fun twist. We love to meet new pets, discover their personalities, and capture all their wonderful expressions.
Thank you for sharing with us Kevin. The Parker Pack are thrilled with our Off Leash Studio photos!
To view more of Kevin’s work, please click to visit Off Leash Studio
Those are gorgeous photos! What a fun post! 😀 I love looking at other photographer’s work!
Thanks Lauren.
Those are amazing photos! I really love having some professional photos of Mr. N.
Very special keepsakes, indeed.
These are awesome photos. The pic of the frenchie had me laughing. What a great shot!
Kevin is able to capture the best of each dog’s personality. So much fun. Thanks Val.
What wonderful photos – they had me laughing and smiling as each dog’s personality shines thru. 🙂
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I visit Kevin’s website to check out the latest and for a smile. The intro. page has dogs from the shoot moving in slo-mo. AMAZING fun!
Thanks for sharing, these pictures put a smile on my face! BTW that Golden has a very long tongue!!! 🙂
Indeed it is!
What super photos these are! They make you smile, make you laugh. I would love to have a photo shoot done of Edie on day.
She would be a great model!
I love these photographs. He is very talented behind the camera lens. Thanks for sharing all of these cute dogs. ♥
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My pleasure! Thank you for visiting 🙂
Wow! Those photos are absolutely stunning. And, yes, he captures the personalities of the dogs perfectly. I almost feel like I know them.
Very true Kristen. Thank you.
Wonderful photos and a great interview!
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Thank you Beth.
Great interview! He takes amazing photos! I love the expressions he captures. As a photographer, I love to look at the style and talents of others and this is just so captivating! Love his work!
He really did capture those expressions.
What a great interview and those are beautiful captures.
Thank you. We are very happy with our photos of the pack.
Those are really awesome photos! Does he photograph cats as well?
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Yes! As long as the cat(s) is happy to travel to the studio.
WOW what great pics – thanks for sharing
Thanks Ruth.
What great photographs!
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We will cherish ours of Henry, Reese & Ricky.
Those are some fantastic photos! Thanks for the smiles!!
Our pleasure!
Great interview. These are some of the best pet pictures I have every seen. Every spectrum – from the funny to the cute and the just relax beautiful photos. Absolutely wonderful!
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The landing page of Kevin’s website is quite amazing too – the dogs moving in slow mo!
What beautiful photos. I love them and also know how hard it is to capture dogs. We use the same camera but we do more video. Great introduction thanks.
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Our pleasure – Kevin is in your area. I hope you’re able to meet him!
These photos are so fun! What a great photographer! I hope that I can learn to be half that good with my DSLR. I love how much these personality these dogs have in the photos. 🙂
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Oh, these made me smile! The photos are wonderful. That is some skill to be able to get such great shots of animals like that.
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Kevin is very talented. Thanks Patty.
I love these photos! He is a great photographer. I love reading interviews from people in the pet professional world.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks Faith.
These photos are incredible! I’ve worked with 3 so called pet photogs. Two of them didn’t have a clue how to work with a dog, the third one was excellent, she really “got it”. Working with pets is a skill and an art, your heart has to be in it. I can see Kevin has the will & the passion for it! I can’t get enough of these photos!
Love & biscuits,
Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them
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It was amazing watching him work Cathy. You’re right, a true art form!