I'm Lynn, the person behind the lens

Black and white photo of person holding smiling pitbull dog outdoors.

I'm incredibly lucky to make my living taking pictures. With thirty years of experience in commercial, family, and animal photography, I've developed a wide range of skills that allow me to approach every session a little differently.


From beautifully lit, expressive studio portraits to unscripted outdoor images of dogs running, jumping, or swimming, I love the variety that photography brings. Just as meaningful to me are the quieter moments - capturing the connection between people and their pets, whether at home, in the studio, or at a favorite outdoor location.


I'm honored to have been recognized as one of the best dog photographers in the St. Louis area and as an internationally recognized pet photographer. My images have appeared in calendars, greeting cards, and advertising campaigns throughout the pet industry.



I'm also the creator of the viral dog photography series Dogs in a Photo Booth (2014), which became the book Tails from the Booth, published by Simon & Schuster in 2015. My work has been featured in The Huffington Post, Yahoo!, The Dodo, Good Morning America, The Bark, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and more.


Lynn Terry Photography is a full-service studio. When you book a session, you're getting more than two decades of experience photographing and working with dogs, along with the expertise to turn your favorite images into beautiful, lasting artwork.


Every session includes professionally edited digital images, with options for custom-framed prints, albums, and wall art. From planning your session to creating your final images, I take pride in every detail and in delivering photographs you'll treasure for years to come.

 

 

 

A happy dog bounding into the studio is a sure sign it’s going to be a great day. From the towering Great Dane to the tiniest Yorkie, I’m endlessly fascinated by the differences in their personalities,  physical character, expressions, and quirks. I'm inspired by the uninhibited spirit, devotion, and joy that is distinctly canine.  I am here to immortalize all those little details that make your dog uniquely yours - the goofy smile, the quirky expression, the crooked ear, the snaggletooth, the sheen of their fur, or that unmistakable wiggle in their walk.

 

 

 

Grey pit bull and person lying together on wooden floor in a portrait style photo shoot.
Small scruffy dog running through autumn leaves in soft focus nature setting.

WHY CHOOSE ME?

 

 


I love animals. I mean, I'm truly obsessed with everything fuzzy. I equally love photography. Put the two together, and you get beautiful images you'll treasure for years to come.After photographing dogs for over two decades, I've worked with hundreds of dogs of every personality and training level. I take pride in being one of the top animal photographers in the Midwest, and I never settle for anything less than my best.


Clients often tell me how hard I work during their sessions. The funny thing is, I don't know any other way. I want you to love your photographs just as much as I want the experience itself to be fun and rewarding. The hardest part should be choosing your favorites!

 

 

DEDICATION

Four photo booth style portraits of a dark colored pit bull type dog.

My first dog was a rescue who came into my life in my early twenties. She was a 45-pound cattle dog/pit bull mix, and I named her Deedee. Deedee stole my heart with a single look and a lick. The soft spot I'd always had for animals grew into something much bigger. The wiggle butt of love would forever and always be at my side. Deedee was with me for 15 years and loved me unconditionally. She had this ability to simply lean in, snuggle up to me, and cure any ailment. No matter how low I got, she could always make me laugh. She taught me how to love and her devotion made me a better person.   


Pet owners universally share the same basic answer: Nobody can give us the unbridled joy, the unconditional love and warmth our pets give us. In return, we look beyond the fur, and floppy ears, and wet noses to the real “person” underneath. Dogs love us and want to be with us so much that they reflect our own selves back at us. If you look at my photos of dogs in their unguarded moments you will see, not just a bunch of quirky, adorable dogs, but emotions that you might have thought were only human: love, friendship, annoyance, laughter, confusion, and joy.

 

GIVING BACK

 

White background banner with decorative holiday elements and winter theme.

With the support of my amazing clients, I’m able to speak out on behalf of the voiceless by volunteering my time to local and national shelters and rescues, some of which are listed below. I not only photograph homeless animals for their adoption profiles, I have had the opportunity to photograph campaigns to generate much-needed revenue for these organizations.


In return, I have been able to produce a huge collection of beautiful imagery. The rescues I have worked with have always been grateful for what I do, but I am just as grateful to them. I truly believe that I owe my career to animal rescue. Even though my range in photography is more than animals, nothing brings me more joy. Not everyone can love their job. I get to go to work daily and be surrounded by the endless love and amusement animals bring us. I'm forever grateful for the path animal rescue has led me down.

Row of circular pet rescue organization emblems featuring animal silhouettes in muted green.

 

OUR PARTNERS

 

Series of whimsical pet rescue logos in bright blue and purple colors.
Collection of pet organization logos with paw prints and silhouettes in earthy tones.
4 Paws 4 Rescue logo in orange and black text on dark background.
Logo design for The Feral Companion featuring a blue stylized dog silhouette with heart.
Blue logo for Belleville Area Humane Society showing silhouettes of a dog and cat.
Pet adoption center logo featuring heart-shaped paw prints in green and burgundy.
Orange cat head shaped logo for Tenth Life rescue organization.
Purple themed pet rescue organization logos with paw print designs.
APA Adoption Center logo featuring red text and stylized cat and dog silhouettes.
Series of red circular logos for pet adoption and rescue organizations.
Row of animal shelter and pet rescue organization logos with paw prints in brown and burgundy colors.
Best Friends Animal Society orange logo showing a smiling face design made from abstract shapes.
Even Chance organization logo featuring a black pit bull silhouette on green circular background.
Line of pet adoption center logos featuring house and animal designs in black and white.
Book cover for Tails from the Booth showing dogs posing in photo booth strips.

 

TAILS FROM THE BOOTH


Furry friends meet photo booths in this quirky photography book that captures all the cute canine action when the leashes come off and the dogs are the stars of the show.


If dogs could take selfies, it might look something like Tails from the Booth. For this adorable collection of photographs, Lynn Terry draws on more than twenty years of professional photography experience to capture the most endearing moments between canine companions: A couple of pitbulls grinning widely at the camera. Two saggy-faced bulldogs bumping jowls. A Pomeranian, an English bulldog, and a Boston terrier dog-piling (of course) on top of each other. These pictures show the countless ways dogs will ham it up in front of a camera, and that more dogs in a photo booth = even more fun!


Tails from the Booth, published by Simon and Schuster, in October 2015.

www.simonandschuster.com/books/Tails-from-the-Booth

www.abramsbooks.com/product/tails-from-the-booth-notecards

www.amazon.com/Tails-Booth-Lynn-Terry

 

Vintage style photo strips showing multiple black and white pet photos in red frames.
Multiple photo booth film strips showing dogs posing together against various backdrops.
Tails photo booth product box featuring dog photos in a retro style design.
Target retail store's iconic red and white bullseye logo with text underneath.
Goodreads website logo with book spines illustration underneath.
Barnes & Noble bookstore logo in traditional green and black text.
Available at Amazon logo with the company's signature orange smile design.
Books-A-Million (BAM!) logo in bold blue letters on white background.

 

Zoomies Pet Cafe

 

Students work diligently at white tables in a classroom setting with colorful artwork displayed on the walls.
Black coffee mug with Zoodles logo sits on desk with laptop and dog in background.

Did you know I have another business? Even though photography is my first passion, I started a second business in 2020 to bring together my love for pets and the arts with another lifelong love -coffee and community. Zoomies Café blends my affection for great coffee, cozy spaces, and the joy of being around fellow pet lovers. After countless hours spent editing in coffee shops (and fully embracing my coffee obsession), all while missing my own pets, I began to see a need for spaces where people could relax and enjoy time with their dogs. I wanted to create a place where the pet-obsessed (like me) could indulge in the simple pleasures of loving and spoiling their animals. So, I took the leap, and with the help of an incredible team, we built Zoomies. I immersed myself in coffee culture, honed my barista skills, and developed our own house roast, carefully crafted for quality and flavor. We created a thoughtful menu for both humans and pups, and turned Zoomies into a vibrant, welcoming café that celebrates the joy of pets, creativity, and connection. And yes, I’m still behind the camera, doing what I love, all while cultivating this passion-fueled space. Come visit!

Grilled zucchini slices topped with herbs, balsamic glaze and fresh greens arranged on a white serving platter.
Artfully crafted wooden coaster with vibrant blue resin inlay creates a striking organic pattern design.
Someone working on a laptop at a cafe table with two dogs sitting beside them and framed artwork on the wall.
A happy brown dog sits with people in a bright casual restaurant setting with white walls and framed artwork.
Customers enjoy drinks and meals at white tables in a modern cat cafe while cats roam freely around the bright space.
A Boston terrier sits in a blue woven basket surrounded by plush toys and other items.
A black and tan dog lies on a wooden table next to a coffee cup and green potted plant.

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Black and white portrait of a pit bull and companion among leafy foliage.

 

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