J Shantz Photography

05/14/2026

My assistant was just checking that my hair was perfect. 😉
Not seen, a second assistant was checking that the back of my belt was secured. 😂

05/12/2026

May's breed of the month is the Westie. Visit the BOTM page on my website for details to win your Westie a photo session.
Share with your Westie friends!

05/10/2026

Rigatoni and his mom Della.
It was a pleasure meeting them back in March

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms out there today 💐

Whether you’re a mom to children, dogs, or simply someone who nurtures, supports, and cares for others with love every day, today we celebrate you! ❤️

Thank you for all the kindness, patience, strength, comfort, and unconditional love you give to those around you.

Wishing you a beautiful Mother’s Day filled with love, appreciation, and happiness 🐾💕

Pictured is with his mom, 🥰

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05/09/2026

Happy dog mom day!

05/07/2026

A sweet little reminder to grab your VIP Mom session!
After this weekend they will be gone for another. It's the perfect time to save some $$ on a portrait sessions. Book for summer or fall.
$375 for a session with 10 digital files.
The link is in the comments.

05/03/2026

Very Important Pup Mom Sessions can be held in the studio, outdoors during summer or fall, include the family, or focus solely on your very Important pup.

Link is in the comments.

05/01/2026

It is May 1st! Not only is it launch day from VIP Mom Sessions but it is also time for a new breed of the month. May's breed is the West Highland Terrier.
If you have a westie visit the BOTM page on my website to sign up for a chance at a free session.

05/01/2026

VIP Mom sessions are now live. All the details can be found on my blog. I will post the link below. This is your time to get from behind the cell phone and in front of the camera with your best friend. Celebrate them and your unique bond. All that unconditional love that goes both ways.

https://www.crittercollections.com/blog/vip-mom-2026

04/29/2026

With my VIP Mom promo just around the corner I did a blog post about getting yourself into the photos with your dog.
https://www.crittercollections.com/blog/do-you-feel-nervous-in-front-of-the-camera

04/28/2026

I met some amazing graduates. DWW does amazing work.
I've also been doing some portraits for their 2027 calendar. Be sure to keep an eye out for that later this fall and grab a copy.