natural outdoor PET photography in the beauty of Southern alberta, Canada

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four season fine art dog photography for nature-lovers

in the mountains, foothills and prairies of the Calgary Area

A German shepherd dog with a brown and black coat sitting among white daisies in a green field with its tongue out and looking to the side.

dog photography that invites you back into the moment

The incredible bond between a family and their dog often lives on in a collection of phone photos. Ask any dog lover what their dog is like and you’ll see a phone with hundreds of insta-photos. Is that the only place you have photo memories of your dog, too? Are all of these mobile photos underwhelming and don’t quite show how awesome your dog is? Do you find that you just don’t “feel” what you felt when taking them? That’s because phone photo reality never matches the moment’s potential.

Professional photography of your dog is timeless. It’s quality outdoor imagery that makes you feel who your dog is when you’re together in nature. The BARK TO NATURE session images are so vivid that they invite you into that moment, every single time you see them.

the experience
A German shepherd with black and tan fur, lying on grass in front of pink flowers, with its tongue out and ears perked up.

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A shield-shaped logo featuring a German Shepherd dog's face with the text "NED'S WISH" and "PSD - 687" below it.

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photo session memories are the canvas

A Bark to Nature Session is not like any other dog photography experience, anywhere. You’re not just booking a session. You’re part of something rare that is a wonderful memory, built in to each outdoor image. The photo session experience provides the canvas and your dog is the soul.

portfolio of pups
A fluffy Pomeranian puppy walking in the snow with a slightly cloudy sky in the background.

each gallery image from your bark to nature photo session speaks to who your dog is.

A fluffy red Pomeranian dog lying on snow, raising one paw, with a slightly squinting expression.
A small, fluffy Pomeranian dog with a reddish-brown coat sitting on a piece of rugged, dark gray wood.
Close-up of an Australian Shepherd puppy with black, white, and tan fur, smiling with its tongue out, outdoors

dog photography for every size and life stage

Tiny or tall, shy or bold, your dog is welcome here. Each session is shaped around their pace, personality, comfort and abilities.

Each BARK TO NATURE Photography Session is carefully personalized for any dog that is:

  • toy, small, medium and large breeds

  • puppies to seniors

  • purebreds

  • rescued

  • energetic to lazy

  • sensitive and gentle

  • introverted

  • eager but inexperienced

  • new to training

  • health challenged

  • special needs

  • service dogs

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A red Shiba Inu dog sitting on rocks by a body of water at sunset, looking out over the water.
Close-up of a black dog with snow on its nose and mouth, wearing a colorful collar.
Two pomsky dogs standing on snow-covered ice near a river in a winter forest.
A red Shiba Inu dog standing on rocks in a creek with dark forest background.
A Belgian Malinois dog running across a grassy field with a large hay bale behind it and a partly cloudy sky above.
A golden retriever sitting in a forest during fall, with colorful red, orange, and yellow leaves in the foreground, evergreen trees in the background, and the sun setting over the horizon.
A black and white Australian Shepherd dog lying in the snow with snow on its nose, outdoors on a bright winter day.
A dog with a black, white, and brown coat shaking off water in a pond or lake.
Cute curly-haired puppy sitting among tall grass with a happy expression.

“Joy is the Annie Liebovitz of the animal world.”

TATIANA, Director/Vice President of Ned’s Wish: A SOCIETY FOR RETIRED POLICE AND MILITARY SERVICE DOGS

think professional photos of your dog is mission impossible? I don’t.

Close-up of a person wearing a red beanie with a white logo, a navy blue winter coat with a faux fur hood, and a gray knitted scarf, in a snowy outdoor setting.

I’m Joy - whimsical by nature, artist at heart, and deeply devoted to capturing beautiful, emotional images of your dog. I totally understand what makes dog owners reluctant to get professional photos. I would be hedging too. However, I know a few things…

A silhouette of a dog wearing a pink bow tie sitting in a snow-covered field, with tall trees and snow-capped mountains in the background during a sunrise.

A Luxury, or a loving investment?

Professional photography feels like a luxury. It’s one of those “some day” things that we put off. But to create the images of your dog that you’re dreaming of, it’s worth every single penny. It’s an opportunity to have the closest thing to them being right with you.

can we stop time?

Although we don’t like to think about it, our pets are not eternal. What’s the first thing you think of having when you think of their lives? Photo memories, right? Invest in photography that helps you feel that your dog is with you, always. A Bark to Nature Photography Session is more than valuable. It’s irreplaceable.

let's do this

A pet photographer you can trust.

As a trained zoologist and professional, published dog photographer, I read your pet’s body language and behaviour, adapting each session with patience, compassion, and insight. We keep things light, calm and responsive to how your dog feels while you both enjoy the natural setting. Enjoyment and positivity always comes first.

Brown pitbull dog with one ear upright, lying in tall green grass, facing right, with dark background.
about Joy

The Latest Review

A corgi dog sitting on a large rock outdoors in a forested area with trees and bushes in the background.

“Joy d'Argent, from Pup Tent Photography is an awesome photographer. She was so patient with Freddie and us while we got her set up for THE SHOT. She and Dom were so great and put us all, even Freddie, at ease.

Freddie loves her so much that she fell asleep on her during the drive back from the mountains.

Anyway, look at this shot! Freddie at Quarry Lake in the Rockies! When Joy gets a vision of how she wants a shot to look, we are all along for the fun. And this was so fun!”

Linda, Calgary

October 2025

my clients share

  • Piper Shiba Inu dog in mountain creek

    ..."something so much more perfect than anything I imagined I would get, something that filled me with so much happiness and relief that I cried "

    Ivy, Calgary

  • Two Boston Terriers sitting outdoors on a rock with a green blurred background, wearing red collars and bow ties.

    “An experience to remember, allowing both pets and humans freedom.”

    Debi and Peter, Calgary

  • A small fluffy Pomeranian puppy walking on snow with paw prints behind it, captured in bright daylight.

    “I could not recommend anyone more than Joy to capture incredible moments of your furry friends.”

    Ashley, Fort McMurray

  • A large, curly-haired Labrador doodle dog with a white coat standing in a field of yellow and brown grass during sunset.

    "Joy told our story for us, beautifully and sensitively."

    Alan, Edmonton

  • A white dog with a black collar sniffs purple flowers in a green outdoor setting.

    “Joy has a remarkable talent for understanding dogs' needs and capturing their personality.”

    Ryan, Calgary

  • A man with a hat and beard is leaning close to a golden retriever dog against a backdrop of trees and autumn foliage, during sunset.

    "Her love for animals is evident in her approach to working in a natural and fun setting."

    Bryan, Calgary

  • A white dog with black spots on its face, standing among bushes near a body of water with trees in the background.

    “A wonderful experience from start to finish.”

    Kim, Calgary

  • A happy husky dog standing on a gravel path in a green park with trees.

    "Now I can see the difference and the value in professional dog photos vs mobile phone."

    Erin, Alberta

  • A cute Siberian Husky puppy with a bandana around its neck sitting on a rock outdoors with blurred trees and a blue sky in the background.

    "Joy's creative process is relaxed and comfortable."

    Nicole, Calgary

  • A dog appears to be running in a forested area, but the dog has a digitally added poodle's fur and hairstyle.

    "If you're thinking about booking pet photos, stop thinking and just do it. Pup Tent Photography is the real deal."

    Sarah, Calgary

  • A German Shepherd dog walking on a paved path in a park with green trees in the background

    "Joy was awesome to work with and captured beautiful moments to cherish forever."

    Sandra, Calgary

  • A brown dog with floppy ears and a white stripe on its forehead, wearing a plaid bandana, lying in green grass with a shadowed background.

    "Joy understood my dog perfectly and went above and beyond."

    Allyson, Calgary

  • A dog with black, brown, and white fur sitting on a tree stump outdoors, with a small pine tree in the background and cloudy sky overhead.

    "...dazzling images that I am thrilled to display and share."

    David, Delacour

  • A dog swimming in water with its head lowered, wearing a purple collar and a purple bandana, with water splashing as it moves.

    "The session was not only fun but also felt like a peaceful outing with a friend who just happened to have a camera."

    Kaylee, Calgary

Living room fireplace with a dark wood mantle and white brick surround, decorated with framed photos of dogs and outdoor nature scenes, along with a glass vase with a flower, a potted plant, and a gold-colored container.

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Let’s show off your best friend so you’ll feel the way you love them.

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