Relaxed family & dog Portraits
Award-Winning Portraits · The Gap, Brisbane
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Pet & Family Photography, as authentic as YOU are
At Paul Elby Photography, we create meaningful, authentic portrait experiences for Brisbane families and dog lovers. From black-and-white family portraits in our The Gap studio to outdoor dog sessions around Brisbane, every experience is thoughtfully planned around you. We welcome energetic kids, neurodivergent families and dogs of every personality, with plenty of guidance along the way. The result is beautiful, personal artwork for your home that you’ll treasure for decades.
Trusted by Brisbane dog pawrents and families
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"Not enough space to say how wonderful the results are - AJ Rodgers
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...went above and beyond to get to know our family - Philippa Willis
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From the moment we met, Paul made the entire experience relaxed, enjoyable and completely stress-free - Alicia Manley
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...exceeding expectations with the final images - Michelle Cross
Three steps to relaxed, joy-filled photos
An expert, guided process start to finish
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CHAT WITH PAUL
It starts with a quick chat on the phone.
Once you feel we are the right fit, we will get to know your family and work together to make sure the experience and artwork we create is custom to you.
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YOUR PHOTO SHOOT
Your photoshoot is designed around your family and dog, and most importantly, it’s meant to be fun.
I’ll guide you the whole way so everyone can relax and look like themselves.
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ARTWORK DESIGN
This is the good bit.
You’ll see your photographs, choose the ones you love and we’ll work together to turn your favourites into beautiful artwork for your home.
I’ll help with everything from choosing images to sizes, layouts and finishes, so you end up with photographs of your family or pet you’ll love seeing every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Portrait Experience — $250
Planning + Photography + Design Appointment + Artwork Ordering → one desktop-sized Fine Art Portrait, valued at $250
Artwork purchased separately -
Start by booking a quick discovery call to ask questions, check availability, and plan your session.
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There is no perfect age, every stage tells a story. From toddlers to teens, family portraits preserve moments you’ll never get back.
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The best time is now. Dogs age quickly, and portraits preserve their personality and your bond while they’re still by your side.
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Yes! they preserve memories that become more valuable over time. Many families say their portraits become treasured heirlooms.
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Pets are family. Including them honours the bond you share and preserves memories of a relationship that is deeply meaningful.
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Sessions include a design consultation, guided portrait session, professional retouching, and a private ordering appointment to choose artwork for your home.
For the love of dogs and the celebration of neurodiversity
Because the moments you live today deserve to become the art you’ll treasure tomorrow.
Our mission is simple: to celebrate the people and pets we love through relaxed, genuine photography.
From the incredible bond we share with our dogs to the wonderfully different personalities within our families, we create meaningful photographs of life as it really is — and turn them into artwork you’ll be proud to have on your walls for years to come.
It’s a relaxed 10-minute phone call where I’ll get to know a little about you, hear what you’d love from your photoshoot, explain how the experience and artwork work, and answer any questions before you decide what feels right.
Let’s Plan Your Photography Experience
Fill in the form below and I’ll be in touch to organise a time that suits you.