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Ragamuffin Pet Photography

Specialising in natural dog portraiture with a patient, relaxed approach.

Photographing the happy dogs of Melbourne & Victoria since 2010

Hello!

We specialise in natural portraits, with a relaxed and patient approach. No cheesy poses, no stressful studios - just pets being themselves.

I started Ragamuffin back in 2010, after adopting my own scruffy gal Lyra. I didn’t have a speck of business knowledge, but I had a camera round my neck, Lyra by my side and a dream.

Over a decade later, I now have a team of passionate, dog-loving photographers. We are dedicated not only to creating gorgeous portraits for our clients, but also to making a difference for pets in need. To date, we’ve published nine dog-filled books which have raised over $200,000 for animal rescue charities.

So thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for choosing Ragamuffin and supporting this happy little business.

I’m Caitlin McColl: proud dog mum and owner of

Ragamuffin Pet Photography.


young pups .

old souls .

silly .

shy .

cuddly .

independent .

social .

anxious .

ball fantatic .

food obsessed .

water loving .

rescued .

pedigreed .

basic training .

all the tricks .

young pups . old souls . silly . shy . cuddly . independent . social . anxious . ball fantatic . food obsessed . water loving . rescued . pedigreed . basic training . all the tricks .

We have photographed thousands of dogs over the past fifteen years.

Each one is special in their own way,
but they also all share one thing in common. . .

They are family.


30 Minute Photoshoot
BIG LOVE IN A LITTLE SESSION



THE DETAILS
30 minute mini session - perfect for those just wanting a few special portraits with their dog
Gorgeous outdoor park locations :
Werribee, Williamstown, Lilydale, Brighton, Malvern & Sorrento
Up to 2 dogs from the same household
Online gallery – select and save your favourite digital files
(packages start at $550)



$175

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Morning or Afternoon Session
THE MOST HEARTFELT WALK YOU'LL EVER TAKE



THE DETAILS
No time limits - typically 1 to 2 hours of relaxed photoshoot fun
Stunning outdoor locations: Geelong, Werribee, Williamstown, Lilydale, Brighton, Malvern & Sorrento
End with a swim at the beach or creek
All your dogs and family
Session Reveal and Artwork Design Appointment
Enjoy a stunning slideshow viewing, followed by a personalised print and album design consultation over Zoom. Prints start at $195, ready-to-hang wall art starts at $495 and albums start at $1250.


+
$200 Print Voucher


Signature Sessions are the most popular option. We'll start by exploring the park, capturing beautiful portraits while the sun sparkles through the trees above. Then we’ll head to the water – think zoomies, splashing in the waves, and plenty of play!

Signature Sessions are perfect for those looking for a relaxed and heartfelt photography experience. While you take the opportunity to slow down and connect with your dog, we will be there to capture every detail of their story and the unique bond that you share. These are the photographs that you will cherish for many years to come.



$450


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Full Day Session
UNLEASHED JOY, UNFORGETTABLE PORTRAITS



THE DETAILS
No time limits - typically 3 to 4 hours
Location(s) of your choice*
All pets from the same household included - perfect option for families with cats or horses
Session Reveal and Artwork Design Appointment
Enjoy a stunning slideshow viewing, followed by a personalised print and album design consultation over Zoom. Prints start at $195, ready-to-hang wall art starts at $495 and albums start at $1250.


+
$400 Print Voucher


Take your dog on the ultimate photographic adventure!

Every Adventure Session is different. We'll plan it together so it's the perfect day to capture your dog's happiness.

*Popular choices include hiking the You Yangs or Dandenong mountains, snow days at Dinner Plains, exploring the laneways of inner city Melbourne, and beachy roadtrips down the Great Ocean Road or Mornington Peninsula. Or keep it relaxed and simple with a day-in-your-life session at home. Travel anywhere within Victoria is included.


$800

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Personality filled portraits

with a natural style & patient approach

Three steps to your perfect photoshoot…

  • 1: Planning the Session

    Get in touch and we'll have a chat to learn all about your furkids so we can plan everything for your perfect session. This chat covers everything from location and scheduling, to what to wear and how to prepare.

  • 2: The Photoshoot

    Our photoshoot starts with getting to know your pets. Whatever their behaviour, training & personality, rest assured that we have photographed thousands of animals over the past fifteen years and never met a pet we couldn't photograph beautifully.

    Once they're comfortable, we'll start photographing. Sessions take place outdoors with the natural light and have extremely patient, relaxed approach. That means lots of play, treats, fun and cuddles!

  • 3: Your Session Reveal

    After our shoot, it’s time to take the photos back to the retouching team. We carefully curate and edit your final gallery (usually around 15 images for Pawtrait sessions, 50 images for Signature Sessions and 100 images for Adventure Sessions).

    Two weeks later, you’ll join Caitlin on Zoom for your online Session Reveal - the best part of the experience! You’ll view all your gorgeous photographs and together we’ll design the perfect print options to showcase them in your home.

    This is my life's purpose.
    To create art that brings a smile to your face for many, many years to come.


Reviews & Testimonials

“We really cannot express how much we love the results of our shoot!

The whole process was enjoyable and Caitlin went above and beyond every step of the way, from getting the perfect shot to communicating after the shoot, answering questions, making adjustments and allowing us to be flexible with our payment plan.

Such attention to detail and so professional, thorough and a pleasure to work with. You can tell she loves what she does and puts her heart and soul into her art and her business!! Cannot recommend highly enough.”

- CARLY R.

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“Ragamuffin is simply the BEST! It was our first time having a natural outdoor photoshoot, so we did not know what to expect at all. It was natural, relaxed and we had so much fun. We knew whenever when our photographer had captured the perfect moment because she would smile ear to ear with excitement. Her passionate energy is pretty contagious!


We loved our photoshoot, but the Session Reveal was our favourite heartwarming experience. It pulled at our heartstrings and we all cried tears of happiness and joy. Clark’s playful, adorable puppy eyes, cute head tilts, happy smiles and wagging tail - she captured it all. Thank you Ragamuffin - you went gone above and beyond our expectations! This is the BEST thing we have ever done as a family with Clark.”

- Clark’s Family (Leanne Kate, Leah, Fil and Aleczander)

What’s the key to a successful pet photoshoot? Patience and love.

Being a good pet photographer is a little bit about the photography, creativity and knowing your craft. But it’s a lot about the pet. Our ultimate goal is to create images that captures the essence of your pet. Their soul, their personality, what makes them unique. Images that make you smile wide and say to yourself “Oh my god, that’s so them!”

In order to do this, I pour myself into connecting with the animal I am photographing. Forgive me a moment if I sound soppy (or even a bit nutty), for this is the simple truth. I can chit chat and change exposure, measure my light and location scout, but really what I’m doing at all times is carefully, intensely, getting to know your dog. Reading their expressions. Matching their energy. Coaxing out the confidence of a nervous boy, or happily meeting an excited girl in her enthusiasm.

Every movement I make, every word I say, is me trying to communicate “Hi, I am a friend. I see you. I appreciate you. Please, let me know you.” 

It is my greatest honour to enjoy and share in even the tiniest part of the lives of so many dogs.

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 HAPPINESS GUARANTEED

If you don’t love your photographs,
we’ll reshoot or refund - no questions asked

happy clients (and happy pets) are our number one priority!

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