
This session was layered and meaningful — the kind that unfolds slowly and reveals the heart of a family in between moments of movement, laughter, and connection.
Pepper may be the smaller of the two, but she carries herself like she knows exactly who she is. Curious, alert, and always tuned in, she brings a spark of energy that keeps things lively. Mary Ann, on the other hand, is pure steadiness. Calm, affectionate, and endlessly patient, she has that soulful presence that makes everyone slow down just a bit.

What stood out most was the way the connection showed up in small, everyday moments — hands instinctively reaching for leashes, quiet check-ins, and the easy way they moved together down the path. It felt familiar, grounded, and genuinely theirs.
There was laughter, soft talking, and plenty of moments that simply unfolded as they moved together. Pepper checking in — and sneaking in sweet kisses for Dad — Mary Ann staying close. Their parents instinctively reaching for them without thinking. That kind of connection doesn’t come from training alone — it comes from years of shared mornings, walks, routines, and unconditional love.

As the session slowed, everyone settled into the grass, and that’s when the connection really showed. These are the moments I love preserving the most, because they’re the ones that tend to fade first if they’re not documented.
As a Grand Junction pet photographer, this is what I aim for every time: images that feel honest. Not overly styled, not forced — just true to the relationship you have with your dogs right now. Pepper and Mary Ann are a clear reflection of what it looks like when dogs are fully woven into a family — present in every moment, every routine, and every shared experience.
Brian and Marjorie, I am so incredibly honored you keep coming back to me and I know just how much you adore your pups andthat you will cherish your Artwork forever.
Much Love,
Csilla


















At Csilla Leonard Fine Art Portraits, we specialize in capturing the unique bond between pets and their people. As a professional pet photographer in Grand Junction, our photo studio is dedicated to creating timeless images that celebrate love, personality, and connection. Whether you’re looking for stunning wall art, custom albums, or keepsake portraits of your furry family members, we make the experience fun, stress-free, and unforgettable. If you’re searching for the best photographer in Grand Junction to capture your pet’s story, we’d love to help turn those fleeting moments into beautiful works of art.
We also serve Fruita, Glenwood Springs and Montrose, CO.