Alfie
Ranald has photographed our whippet, Alfie, twice, once as a playful one-year-old and later as an older gentleman. He beautifully captured Alfie and his cheeky nature. These pictures are more than just photographs, they are treasured memories of our beloved family dog. Patient and kind, Ranald knows how to bring out the best in his subjects. Thank you!
Bibiana W.
Bonnie and Honey
We are very grateful to Ranald for capturing our dogs, Bonnie and Honey (Cavalier King Charles), just as they are...
We have never seen Bonnie (our Black and tan) look more beautiful and to have a photo of our both dogs looking lovely – at the same time – is not only rare but testimony to Ranald's immense skill as a photographer...
The shoot could not have gone better and we are absolutely delighted with the photos that Ranald took.
It is very comforting to know that in the days to come, we will always have these photos to remember our dogs by. If you are thinking about having your pet’s portrait done by Ranald, I would not even hesitate.
Kate L.
Otto
From the moment our gorgeous cavapoo Otto joined our little family, he made us aware of a very special loveliness that he brought to our lives.
Ranald managed to capture that in a series of photos that will forever embody what we feel makes Otto so special.
Honestly, I wasn’t sure how well Otto would cope with the shoot situ. As a mark of Ranald's incredible expertise and professionalism, at only 6 months, Otto was completely at ease, enjoying the attention, entirely comfortable in front of the camera like a seasoned supermodel!
Thanks to Ranald, we have a suite of photos that are just stunning…I can’t wait to book for the next edition.
Dawn C.
Leo
Ranald was absolutely incredible to work with, he photographed two of my little ones and was great at communicating a common vision for the photoshoot. The way he captured my Leo’s expression was so beautiful it really made me fall in love with him all over again, we didn’t realise we would have to say goodbye to our sweet boy so soon after his photoshoot so these photos truly will be cherished forever.
I wouldn’t recommend anyone else! Ranald’s talent is second to none and his clear adoration for our canines made the entire experience even more enjoyable.
Charlotte K-W
Franca
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Ranald Mackechnie, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the stunning portraits he captured of our two English Setters, Franca and Enzo. Photographing dogs, especially lively ones, requires an incredible amount of patience, skill, and an intuitive understanding of their personalities, and Ranald demonstrated all of these qualities in abundance.
From the moment we arrived at his studio, he put both us and our dogs completely at ease, taking the time to let them settle and ensuring every detail was perfect. His calm and professional approach meant that Franca and Enzo (who can be especially difficult!) responded beautifully, allowing him to capture their unique personalities with remarkable skill.
The final prints are nothing short of extraordinary. The level of detail, the richness of the tones, and the way he has brought out their individual characters is truly breathtaking. These are more than just photographs; they are timeless pieces of art that we will treasure forever.
If you are looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond to create exceptional images, we wholeheartedly recommend Ranald Mackechnie. His talent, patience, and passion for his craft are evident in every image. Thank you, Ranald, for giving us such wonderful memories of our beloved dogs!
Ann and Andrew P.