Est. 2010

Workshops and Speaking Programs

 

Beginning in late 2026 or early 2027 I will offering photography workshops, both in my new Roseville studio space, and via Zoom. Details on topics, dates, and registration will be announced here when available. To be notified when workshops are announced, use the contact form below.

 

In the meantime, I am available for speaking engagements at photography conferences, camera clubs, and professional associations. With over 15 years of experience as a specialist in dog portrait photography and multiple degrees and credentials, I bring a quality-driven perspective to topics including animal photography, working with dogs, studio lighting, and building a specialty photography business.

 

To inquire about speaking engagements or to request speaker's pack, please complete the form below or email contact@greenpawsphoto.com.

PPA Master of Photography (M.Photog.)

PPA Photographic Craftsman (Photog.Cr.)

PPA Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)

AIM Master of Animal Imagery (MAI)

MPI Master Photographer in Portrait (MPP)

PPA 8-time Medalist (IPC)

PPA Imaging Excellence Award

PPA Top 10 Grand Imaging Award Finalist (IPC)

 

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Bio

Ann O'Neill Deal

M. Photog., Cr., MAI, MPP

Ann is an award-winning Master Photographer, Photographic Craftsman through PPA, Master of Animal Imagery (Animal Image Makers), and Master Photographer in Portrait (MPI). She is an eight-time Medalist in PPA's International Print Competitions, Imaging Excellence Award recipient, and a 2022 Grand Imaging Award Finalist. Ann has been a professional dog photographer since 2010 and has more than 35 years’ experience in animal behavior, including a Bachelor's and Master’s degree in Anthropology with a specialization in Primatology (primate behavior). She has studied canine behavior for over 25 years and uses this knowledge to connect and work with a variety of different dogs in her studio. Ann is the owner of Green Paws Photography, an exclusive studio specializing in fine art dog portraits with an animal and Eco-friendly and cruelty-free product line.

 

Speaking programs and workshops

Working with dogs - behavior, body language, and best practices

Working with dogs in a studio environment

Dog photography - Posing, props, and great expressions

Studio dog photography - approaching challenges

Studio lighting, lens choice, and camera settings

Workshops

Workshop Contact

Portfolio Sample

  • Studio portrait of Belgian Tervuren, Chihuahua mix, & Pomeranian on black background. Roseville, CA
  • Studio portrait of spotted black and white Heeler Dog on black background. Roseville, CA
  • Studio portrait of black Great Dane on black background. Roseville, CA
  • Studio portrait of Blue Heeler dog on black background. Roseville, CA
  • Studio portrait of French Bulldog on black background. Roseville, CA

Past Workshops and Programs

  • August 18, 2024, Green Paws Studio. Half-day Zoom Workshop: "Setting up a Residential Studio: Pros and Cons."
  • May 11, 2024, Green Paws Studio. Full-day Zoom Workshop: "Working with and Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • June 8, 2023, American Society of Photographers. ASP's Zoom Programs: "The Psychology of Working with Dogs"
  • April 15, 2023, Animal Image Makers Conference. Platform Speaker: "The Other End of The Lens: It’s a Dog’s World; Let’s Capture It"
  • May 18, 2022, PPA Photography Workshops. PPA Merit Program: "Working with and Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • May 14, 2022, PPA Photography Workshops. PPA Merit Program: "Working with and Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • May 2, 2022, PPI Virtual Evening Program. "Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • April 4, 2022, TNPPA Virtual Evening Program. "Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • March 26, 2022, TPPA Texas 10 Workshops. PPA Merit Program: "Working with and Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • September 18, 2021, PPA Photography Workshops. PPA Merit Program: "Working with and Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • July 17, 2021, PPGH Zoom Workshop Series: PPA Merit Program: "Working with and Photographing Dogs in a Studio."
  • July 13, 2019, PPGH Workshop Series: PPA Merit Program: "Photographing Dogs in a Studio."

Kind Words

"I was confident this would be a fun workshop. What I was not counting on was walking away from it with twenty-six pages of notes chock full of such actionable information. This whole day has been so inspiring, beginning to end. The instructor is so generous in sharing her insights and tools, too. I can't wait to implement what I have learned in my own home studio and look greatly forward to participating in whatever workshops Ann gives in the future." - Marie

 

“I took Ann’s workshop on photographing dogs. And I’m so glad I did! It was a very comprehensive workshop covering breeds of dogs, dog behavior, how to handle dogs in the studio, lighting, composition and much more! Ann’s images of dogs are outstanding! Ann presented her workshop in an online Zoom class and covered so much material. Participants were able to ask questions and see examples with still photographs and videos. I highly recommend taking Ann’s class if you are interested in creating fine art images of dogs.” - Diane

 

"Ann's step-by-step "how-to" guidelines are exactly the kinds of things every dog photographer should know, if they are interested in pursuing successful studio photography sessions." – Elaine

 

“Ann is an award-winning photographer whose class will forever change the way you approach dog photography. Her technical skills along with her clear presentation style will make photographing dogs in the studio a whole new experience for you and your clients.” - Joan

 

“Ann was a fabulous instructor for this workshop. She was kind to answer any questions we had. She kept me motivated and eager to learn more. Ann was very professional with her work ethics and as a speaker. I would love to take future classes with her and would highly recommend her if you desire to learn photography for your beautiful fur babies.” – Teresa