What every dog mom knows

Dogs are furry puddles of unconditional loving goo.

Within your circle of trusted beings, dogs are the only ones who are always in the present moment. They have an uncanny ability to give you exactly what you need.

Though you try to push it away, that nagging voice in your head reminds you that your time with your dog is tragically short. Maybe you’ve tried preserving the special moments using your smartphone, only to discover it’s not as easy as it seems. What if you could freeze time and preserve your dog’s quirky lovable self?

I’ve got you, fur parent.

I help dog loving Minneapolis St Paul parents celebrate their pets by creating timeless customized art.

Hi. I’m Lisa.

I’m a proud Crazy Dog Mom and a pet and people photographer. I founded Pawsh Photography because I want every pet parent to have beautiful images of their beloved fur babies.

And also because I am passionate about ensuring all beings are comfortable in our studio. Having not always felt welcome, much less accepted or celebrated simply for being my awkward, introverted, anxiety ridden, lesbian self, I know the sting.

All beings are affirmatively welcome here. If humans were as accepting as dogs the world would be a better place. Dogs love hard and unconditionally, and don’t judge. Neither do we.

I love working with other animal loving people. Most of all I love proving that any pet can be wildly successful with pet photography. It just takes patience and positivity. Untrained dogs, scaredy cat felines and imperfect humans are my perfect clients.

My clients call me the pet whisperer!

I am lucky to have a team of people working with me to give you the best service possible. Marlena and Logan are beautiful souls who are as passionate about animals as I am.

Together we will create the ultimate photography experience. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Meet the Pack

Lisa Peterson

Founder & Photographer. Snickers’ Mom.

When I am not taking photos, you will find me puttering in the kitchen, lifting heavy shiz at the gym, enjoying craft beer and pizza at Surly, or visiting the beautiful North Shore.

My soul is happiest when I get to be with my beautiful wife. She is my soul mate, and an exquisite gift from the Universe.

I am a proud fur parent to Duchess - a cat by marriage, and Snickers, a chihuahua whippet rescue from Puerto Rico. Snickers and I have a penchant for Culver’s frozen custard, and we have reached an understanding - neither of us shares. I’m a Wisconsin farm girl after all. (Go Packers!)

I’d love to work with you, so please contact me today.

PS - I use she/her pronouns. What are yours?

Logan

Social Media Manager

I am excited to work with you and your pets! I will mostly be behind the scenes working on our media engagement, I anticipate meeting all the people and pets possible!

Marlena

Studio Assistant. Rio’s Mom.

When you arrive at the studio or meet us at the park, Marlena is the first human you’ll encounter. She’s the one who will help you and your pet feel welcome.

Snickers

Chief Pawsitivity Officer

A native of Puerto Rico, Snickers enjoys napping under her mom’s desk, giving amazing if slightly sloppy kisses, and not sharing her Culver’s frozen custard.

She makes even the most frustrating day fun and exciting.

Professional cat photographer portrait studio

Queen of Everything

Duchess the Cat spends her days napping in the sun and walking across my keyboard when I am editing. She enjoys nightly cat treats whilst her human subjects drink tea and her fur sibling chases her treat ball.

Her favorite activity is playing with her cat nip laced cat toys.

Duchess

Publications & Awards

Award Winning Images

Certified LGBT Business Enterprise

Certified LGBT Business Enterprise® (Certified LGBTBE®) certification through the NGLCC Supplier Diversity Initiative

Certified Pet Loss Grief Specialist, One Last Network

Our pets stay forever in our hearts.

When our beloved pets cross the Rainbow Bridge, all we ever want is one last… of everything. One Last Network is dedicated to connecting pet guardians to the services and support they may need as their best fur friends age and ultimately leave us to mourn their loss.

Podcast interview on Focal Points with Dorie Howell

Podcast Interview on Hair of the Dog Academy

Interview for VoyageMinnesota Magazine

Interview by Plymouth Magazine

Interview by Explore Maple Grove

Article on Voyage Minnesota

Interview at PoMoArt Collective

Article in Lavender Magazine

Named one of the top pet photographers in Minneapolis.

Interview for VoyageMinnesota Magazinee

Enough about me! I want to hear about you and your quirky, anxious, or slobbery fur baby. It’s what I love most, after all.