Hi, i'm rae
Greenville, south carolina pet photographer
 
I am a fellow animal lover (even the feathery and scaley ones!) and a Licensed Veterinary Technician. I began my photography journey back in 2019 when I leased my first horse, Indy. I started toying around with taking pictures of her on my phone and tried to come up with new angles and ideas for photos. Quickly, I reached a point where I wanted to get an actual camera, so I saved up and got my first DSLR, which was the coolest thing. I was mentored by a couple professinal photographers in the area and then branched out to find my own style.
I ended up putting the camera down after a couple years due to college and job seeking, and I began working at a vet clinic, which I still love! I still dabbled in some hobby photography from time to time, but did not seriously take it back on until 2025 when I decided to take the leap and start Upstate Pet Portraits.
I have enjoyed taking portraits of all kinds of animals, and my role as an LVT has created a special interest in end of life care and photography. I take great pride in being a part of this process and helping clients navigate this difficult time.
I currently offer pet portraits in Greenville, SC as well as Pickens, SC and the surrounding areas. I have limited travel availability to other regions.
I am currently studying wildlife biology at Clemson University and take wildlife and landscape photos on the side. When I am not behind the camera or at school, you can find my friends and I rock climbing, SCUBA diving, hiking, playing in our little jazz ensemble (flute and upright bass anyone?) skiing, and so much more! We don't shy away from much!
Your portrait sessions can be wherever you are most comfortable. If that is within your own home or in Falls Park in Greenville that's amazing, but you desire a little more fun and want to hike up Linville Gorge for your portrait session I am absolutely on board!
If you think we would be a good match, send me an inquiry on my contact page!
 
 
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