An Unforgettable, Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
Capture real moments with extraordinary animals.
Hocking Hills Portraits has partnered with PAWS & CLAWS Animal Encounters to bring you a portrait session unlike any other. During your private animal encounter, Cassie—your professional photographer—will document every interaction with a photojournalistic approach, blending candid emotion with expert guidance and composition.
📍 Photoshoots take place exclusively at PAWS & CLAWS Animal Encounters in Bremen, Ohio.
Get up close and personal with amazing exotic creatures.
Your private, one-hour encounter includes up to 3 species of your choice, with gentle, hands-on experiences like petting, feeding, and holding. Some of our most popular animal photo partners include:
🐾 After your photoshoot, you’re welcome to explore the rest of the animal farm and meet the other residents too!
All Exotic Animal Photoshoots are held at:
PAWS & CLAWS ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
📍 10970 Avalon Rd., Bremen, OH 43107
To ensure the safety and comfort of the animals, these sessions are offered exclusively on-site at PAWS & CLAWS. Both indoor (climate-controlled) and outdoor settings are available depending on weather and your preferences.
This is a collaborative experience brought to you by two independent partners. Total investment: $900
💡 100% of the photography fee is due at booking as a deposit. Your PAWS & CLAWS payment is made separately on the day of your session.
🦉 Your participation helps support wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and education through a USDA-licensed facility. Thank you for making a difference!
These exclusive sessions are offered only a few times each year:
📩 Once you submit your request, you’ll receive a confirmation email from info@hockinghillsportraits.com within 2 business days with next steps to secure your date and time.
Preview some of our past Classic Animal Encounter Photoshoots:
Mary Robinson's Project (pic-time.com)
David Bequette 's Project (pic-time.com)
Kaleena Farmer - PAWS & CLAWS Animal Encounters (pic-time.com)
Julie Massouh- Sophia - PAWS and CLAWS Animal Encounters (pic-time.com)
Preview some of our past Stylized Portrait Sessions (stylized sessions are only available during events or for special requests)
Hocking Hills Portraits + PAWS & CLAWS Animal Encounters
The animals belong to our friends at PAWS & CLAWS Animal Encounters. Many of these animals have been rescued from situations where they were confined and not receiving proper care. Others come from zoos that no longer have space for them, or private individuals who purchase exotics without the proper licensure.
You must be over the age of three, and be willing to listen and capable of following instructions. Loud noises, fast unpredictable movements, etc. will not be tolerated around the animals.
These sessions are held outdoors, so generally March- November generally work best with Ohio weather. One exception; foxes photograph best ~October-March when they have their full winter coats.
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