Lights, Camera, Fetch: A Playful Product Lifestyle Shoot for Paws & People

Here is a really fun project we made for Genius Dog Activity Kits. The idea is to have engaging and memory-making activities for you and your dog.

We recently had the pleasure of creating a fun and energetic campaign for Genius Dog Activity Kits, a brand focused on building connection and creating memory-making moments between people and their pups. The concept behind the kits is simple: turn everyday time at home into engaging, brain-boosting activities that strengthen the bond between dog and owner.

In our neutral light lifestyle set, we captured polished product shots, a playful box reveal, and multiple activities in action. From curious noses diving into the box to hands setting up enrichment games, we focused on authentic interaction and movement. The goal was to show not just what’s inside the kit, but how it brings joy and excitement to real life.

We also produced a lifestyle video that ties everything together—from unboxing to playtime—creating content perfect for e-commerce and social media. This project was a reminder that the best product photography goes beyond features and packaging; it tells a story about connection, energy, and the everyday magic between humans and their dogs.

Wanna know how fun it is to shoot dogs, models, and products? Check out our BTS reel. I am forever grateful to my dog, Ansel, and the models for 8 hours of creative and happy work! He loved all the treats, apparel, activities, and attention!

BTS from photoshoot

How to paint and sip with your dog. All without any paint spilled. By Genius Dog.

Judy Doherty

I am a food, beverage, and CPG product photographer specializing in photos, stop motion, and video, with over 90,000 photos and motion graphics delivered. Clients hire me for my eye, creative direction, and passion for taking their idea to the next level.

My strength lies in a nimble and lean creative process. Clients love getting creative content at a reasonable cost since my studio can art direct, style, and shoot their images quickly and on budget. My studio features an extensive surface library and prop house with a fully equipped kitchen and two shooting studios.

My experience as a chef, stylist, and photographer has earned many awards, including APA Top 100, ACF Gold Medal, and a juried fine art photo exhibit at Art Basel Miami. I was Executive Pastry Chef for two Hyatt Hotels and Resorts before completing two post-baccalaureate certificates for Visual Art and Graphic Design at U.C. Berkeley Extension in San Francisco.

https://judydohertyphotography.com
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