Mikala Thomas. Capturing the personality behind your pets.
I’m Mikala, a pet, and nature photographer
I pick up my camera to find the beauty in the simplest moments
For me, photography isn't just about taking photos - it's about capturing the personality, connection and quiet moments that make your pet uniquely yours.
As someone who grew up with dogs, and now a dog owner myself, I know how much our animals mean to us. They're family, adventure partners, and sometimes the reason we get outside and see the world a little differently.
My goal during every session is simple; create a relaxed, fun experience for you and your pet, while capturing images that feel natural, emotional and full of life.
A cause that is near and dear to my heart is rescue. I spend a lot of my time volunteering for local rescues, to take better adoption photos for their dogs. To see my work, and who is available for adoption - click the button below.
Fact 1
I dreamed of owning a big, black coated dog named Omen when I was little. Today, I am lucky enough to share my life with a beautiful, black coated, Cane Corso named Omen.
Fact 2
My childhood dogs were my biggest inspiration for pet photography. I truly believe that you can NEVER have enough photos of the animals you love - preserving their memory through images means everything to me.
Fact 3
Outside of photography, I love hiking, camping, Muay Thai and dog training. Training Omen has been an incredible experience - I love watching him learn and grow.
Fact 4
I will probably be more excited about your pet and its photos than you are (not probably... definitely) Don't be surprised if I greet them first at our session, all my clients are important to me... but I can't contain my love of animals.
My childhood pups
We got Duke, a Boxer, when I was 2 years old. We grew up together for 13 years. He was such a cheeky pup, from sneaking inside and climbing into bed with Mum and Dad (He wasn't allowed inside, let alone on the bed!) to sneaking in and scattering all of my toys across the house.
When Duke was 10, we welcomed Shadow, an American Bulldog, into the family. Duke's immediate reaction was "why is this thing in my yard" but they eventually became great friends.
Shadow was a fun loving, enthusiastic pup who was happiest just being with you, whatever you were doing. He gave 110% to every game of tug or fetch, loved munching on ice cubes (his favourite treat) and lounging in the sun on the grass (even though he was allergic).
When it came to fetch, Shadow was completely dedicated to the ball. If it bounced off the brick wall... so did he. For 9 years he was a joyful companion through my late teenage years.
I loved those two boys so much. They didn't just shape my love of dogs, they inspired my photography journey and the way I wanted to raise my own dog, Omen.
