Pets and their People . Families . High School Seniors . Executive Portraits

David and Iris, our newest adoption. Many of my sessions include Iris observing the goings-on from the comfort of her office chair in the studio. She’s in training to be a therapy dog.

About my studio - Celebrating 35+ Years.

I created David Jensen Photography and Alaska Pet-ography with my wife, Carol, in 1989. Creating portraits of dogs and their people is my passion and specialty. My services also include high school seniors, executives and more. I love creating and sharing special moments with my customers.

I’m a full-time photographer with regular office hours throughout the week and weekends. Consultations are free.

Located in South Anchorage

My studio is located near the intersection of Birch Road and O’Malley Road. It features a comfortable interior setting with professional lighting and a large variety of backdrops to fit most every request.

The studio is surrounded by an acre of trees, groomed landscaping and exceptional natural lighting. Your dogs and kids will love playing, running and posing for my camera. It’s a fully enclosed park setting with room to roam. The dogs can run free.

Studio and Location Sessions - Anchorage

$150. Executives. Visit my Executive page for more details.

$325. Includes photography at my studio exclusively. Inside and outside. Your session includes up to 10 digital images. The session includes about one hour +/- of studio time. This is ideal for small families, a dog or cat or two, etc. You can purchase digital images and additional products however you wish. Your final collection of images will be available for download through a private online gallery. Or, I can prepare a USB Thumb drive with your collection for an additional $25.

$425. This session begins at my studio and then, if you wish, we’re off to a scenic adventure. This session is designed for larger families, studio and on-location work. Please set aside at least a couple of hours. Your session includes up to 15 high resolution prints with full release/printing rights. You can add on to your package with many different options including additional digital rights, portrait prints, wall portraits, books, albums and greeting cards. This session fits just about everyone and everything. You can purchase digital images and additional products however you wish. Your included/edited images are made available for download through a private online gallery.

$425. High School Seniors. Click here to visit my high school senior page.

Gift Certificates
Only occasionally offered. Gift certificates sessions are available exclusively for families who plan to include their dogs or pets as an important part of their session. They are available to returning customers and must be used within one calendar year. Minimum $325. Gift certificates, when offered, expire within one year of purchase.

Donation Requests
I receive many requests for donated sessions as silent or live auction items. When I’m able to offer session donations, I prefer to donate to organizations or people who actively support my studio. Visit my Community page to see how my staff and family choose to make a positive impact with our efforts.

Cancellations
A $100 fee is required for cancellations/postponements less than 24 hours before your session. This covers part of the expense for my assistant(s) who are scheduled at least a week in advance. They depend upon the hours I’ve promised so they can feed their own four-legged kids.

Scheduling Sessions

I’m here to help with selecting the best date and time to schedule your session.

  • All sessions are scheduled via phone: (907) 868-1680 (this is a landline)

  • I schedule just one session on any given day.

  • Weekday sessions begin between 10 - 4 p.m. depending upon lighting. Winter shooting is limited to daylight hours.

  • My studio is open seven-days a week. Saturday sessions start between 11 and 1 p.m. Sundays are at 1 p.m.

  • $100 non-refundable deposit locks in your date. No-shows remain liable for the full amount of the session fee. This helps pay for lost staffing costs.

  • Completion of your session payment is requested the day of your session.

  • Cash, checks, Visa and Mastercard are accepted.

If weather is not cooperating, we can revisit the schedule and you will not lose your deposit. I prefer to wait until the morning of your session date before making any postponement decisions.

Health Policy

People: Please let me know if you or any of your family members have any COVID, cold or fly symptoms or if anyone is visiting from out of state (recent travel.) My staff and I work in close contact with our guests. Please schedule your session at least two days following any travel. This will help protect future studio guests as well as me, my staff and family.

Dogs/Pets: Let me know when you schedule your session if your pets have any health or safety concerns.

Your Ordering Appointment.

Following your session, I’ll share an online preview gallery of your photography collection. It will be available to view online for about one week. This will help you with previewing your initial favorites. I recommend visiting the studio to finalize your package and to make additional purchases or requests. I can help with your selections using our large display screen. These appointments are usually 30-60 minutes. I’m also really happy to create special packages to fit your needs. Turnaround time for final prints and other items is 1-2 weeks. Let me know about any more immediate needs and I’ll do my best to accommodate.

I offer prints, digital images, wall portraits and gift ideas, books, albums, business cards, greeting cards and more. If you purchase digital images, I’ll give you different options to ensure that your final images are printed professionally through my studio or other quality resources. Please try to avoid using local grocery or department store or self-serve photo labs. They cannot produce the colors, printing/paper quality or handling that your photographs deserve.

Payment for your order is requested following your ordering appointment.

A little about me

Iris, Lizzie, Beau and Maggie.

Born in Fairbanks before statehood and raised in Anchorage, I’m a third generation Alaskan. My family moved to Anchorage in 1962. My grandfather brought his family to Alaska in the early 1940s. He helped build the Alaska Highway.

Eight Stars of Gold featuring “Shaker.” A donated mixed-media artwork I created in support of the Downtown Mushing District. Created from plywood, photographs and copper work, he represents some of my most vivid reflections about Alaska (including my experiences with the 1964 Great Alaska Earthquake.)

  • Married to Carol for 38 years. We share four adopted dogs and our ‘Sassy’ cat.

  • Graduated from Service High School, 1976

  • Graduated from UAA, BA/Communications and Public Relations, 1989 (2015 - JPC Alumnus of the year)

  • Created Alaska Pet-ography & David Jensen Photography studio, 1989

  • Member/Past president - Antique Automobile Mushers of Alaska

  • Member - Alaskan A’s Model A Club

  • State Director / Volunteer Bugler, Bugles Across America

  • Certified Pet Partner Therapy Dog Team with his Golden Retriever, Iris

  • Director - Front Row Seats Band

  • Alaska Trails and Tails Hiking Group (Facebook Admin and Founder)

  • Anchorage Daily News: 2016 & 2017, 2021 Best of Alaska Photographer

  • Volunteer/supporter of animal care organizations - especially Friends of Pets.

  • Elected Board Member/Chair, Totem Limited Road Service Area (LRSA.) Seat A

  • Contestant on Wheel of Fortune (Christmas Day, 2023) It was a total blast!!

  • I like to jump from perfectly good airplanes. ZipLines are cool, too.

  • Avid hiker on and among the mountains with my four-legged companions.

  • Occasional mixed media artist when the mood insists.

  • Author of four books - It’s Important to Paws series.