Hi, I am Ree
A pet photographer, behaviour enthusiast and very proud dog mum to Rae, Jace and Nova.

I have loved animals for as long as I can remember, but everything changed the day my border collie Nova was diagnosed with hip dysplasia. My fast, energetic boy had to slow down and suddenly every moment felt precious. I started photographing him constantly. His bright eyes. His brave attempts at zoomies. The way he softened into me during our quiet cuddles.

Those photos became my comfort.
They became his story.
They became memories I never wanted to forget.

That experience changed how I see pet photography and why I do this work.
Your dog is not just a pet. They are family. They are your daily joy. They are the one who sees you at your best and your worst and loves you anyway.

I understand that feeling because I live it to

Photographer taking pictures of two dogs in shallow water at the beach.
Photographer taking pictures of two dogs on a beach with shallow water and blue sky in the background.
Person crouching on a rocky beach, holding a camera, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, light jacket, and sandals, with ocean waves in the background.
Person relaxing in a hammock with black and white dog, while a tan and white dog sits nearby, outdoors with trees in the background.
Person walking a dog on a rocky terrain with greenery in the background.
Person jogging with a dog jumping over a log in a forested area.
A person with glasses and a ponytail, wearing a white shirt, holding a small dog that is licking their face in an outdoor, rocky setting.
Woman with glasses holding a small brown and white dog on a rocky outdoor setting.
Person standing by a lakeside with trees and rocks, wearing a hat and beige coat, looking at the water under a partly cloudy sky.

The Heart Behind My Work

My goal is simple.
I want to help you hold on to the moments that matter.
The expressions you adore.
The tiny quirks that make your dog who they are.
The bond you share that words cannot quite describe.

When you look back at your photos years from now, I want you to feel all of it.
The joy.
The personality.
The love.

My Approach

I believe dogs should be allowed to be dogs.

This means your session is always calm, relaxed and shaped completely around your dog’s comfort. If your dog needs time to sniff and warm up, we take that time. If they want to stay close to you for most of the session, that is perfectly fine. If they are full of beans and excited by everything around them, we use that energy to create joyful images.

Nothing is rushed.
Nothing is forced.
Your dog sets the pace and I follow.

With training in both animal behaviour and professional pet photography, I understand the small details that help your dog feel safe and understood. I read stress signs, notice subtle cues and know when to pause, when to play and when to let them simply be.

This is how I capture real moments that feel genuine and full of soul.

Start your experience

Meet My Dogs

The ones who shaped everything I do.

Nova
My soul dog. Brave, affectionate and endlessly loyal. He is the reason I discovered how powerful photos can be when life changes unexpectedly.

Jace
The softest heart in the house. Sensitive, thoughtful and always ready to remind me to slow down and breathe.

Rae
Full of personality and always making me laugh. She brings colour and mischief into every day.

They are each a huge part of my life and a huge part of why I love photographing the bond between people and their pets.

Jace

Nova

Rae

Proud Moments

I am grateful to have received recognition for my work over the years, but the real reward will always be the dogs who trusted me and the people who love them.

Certificate for Photographer of the Year 2021 presented by Nokia. Category: Animal & Nature, awarded to Marie Goldsworthy for "Dog Obsessions." Highly commended recognition. Includes details about judges and sponsors.
Certificate from the Royal Agricultural Society of the Northern Territory, Inc. for the Royal Darwin Show, awarded to Marie Goldsworthy for Champion Color Print in the Photography section, 2021. Features illustrations of farm animals and decorative b
A blue and white certificate from the Royal Agricultural Society of the Northern Territory Inc. for the Royal Darwin Show, awarded as a First Prize in the Colour Open section of Photography, Class 5, for the year 2021. The certificate features illust
Certificate from the Royal Darwin Show 2021 awarding second prize in the Photography section for Color Open category.
Two Border Collies, one black and white and the other brown and white, standing on rocks with trees in the background. An award badge labeled 'Highly Commended, Australasian Emerging Photographers, Animal 2022' is displayed.
Two dogs, one brown and white and the other black and white, standing in shallow water at the beach with a clear blue sky.
A wet dog sits on a beach during sunset, with the reflection visible in the water. A "Highly Commended" award badge for emerging photographers in 2022 is overlaid on the image.
The Mono Awards 2022 certificate for Marie Goldsworthy, recognized in the "Animals" category as Highly Commended, presented by SanDisk Professional and organized by Australian Photography and Capture.
Black and white photo of a dog sitting between concrete walls, with "The Mono Awards 2022" logo in the corner.
A dog running in grass with ears flapping, award text overlay for "Photographer of the Year 2022" in "Animal & Nature" category, featuring name Marie Goldsworthy."
A dachshund dog with a speckled coat sits among large rocks in a natural outdoor setting. The image is labeled as a top 40 entry in the Animal & Nature category of a photography contest.
A dachshund dog with speckled fur sitting on a stone ledge, in front of lush greenery with white flowers. The image includes a certificate that says 'Photographer of the Year 2022,' 'Animal & Nature,' 'Top 40,' 'Marie Goldsworthy,' and 'Luna’s Advent
Dachshund sitting on a log in a forest, with sunlight filtering through the trees. The image features a digital photographer commendation badge from the Australian Photographic Prize 2023.
Black dog with tongue out running on sandy ground, blurred ball in background, green award badge in corner.
One-eyed dog with brown and white fur, looking up with tongue out, an award badge in the corner for "Digital Photographer Commended, Australian Photographic Prize 2023."

A Few Lovely Places My Work Has Been Shared

Being featured in magazines is something I am grateful for, but the real joy comes from celebrating the dogs and families behind every image.
These features simply highlight the heart that goes into each session.

A dog standing on a large fallen tree trunk extending over water, under a dark and natural setting. Text includes details about the photographer, Marie Goldsworthy, and describes the editing process and camera specifications for the photo. Taken for
Magazine page featuring a header titled 'Your Best Shot - Speed'. It includes a photo of a dog running towards the camera in a grassy area. There's a badge indicating 'This Month's Winner'. Text emphasizes the importance of shutter speed in capturing
Silhouette of a dog sitting on rocks with a foggy sunrise background, accompanied by trees and shrubs. Text on the right describes photography details.