Montreal dog pet photographer Ilana Block

Montreal Animal Portraits

Fine art portraits capturing your dog’s true spirit

Where Every Animal Becomes Art

Portraits That Last a Lifetime

Montreal pet portraits
Montreal pet portraits
Montreal animal pet photographer Ilana Block
Montreal animal pet photographer Ilana Block

I spent years in the wild, waiting—for a glance, a gesture, a fleeting moment that revealed something real. That same patience, light, and intention now shape how I photograph your animals. Just your dog, your cat, your horse—as they are. Seen with the same artistic eye as my gallery work.

Let’s create something real.

Meet Ilana Block

Ilana Block has practiced Naturopathic Medicine in Montreal since 2001, but since 2010 her passion for nature has taken her far beyond the office and into the wild, camera in hand.

A lifelong nature lover, she found wildlife photography to be a natural extension of that deep connection.

Ilana is an award-winning photographer whose work has been exhibited locally and internationally, published in nature magazines, featured in the Montreal Gazette, and included in permanent hospital collections.

A former Chair of the Nature Division at the Montreal Camera Club, she loves leading workshops, traveling, discovering new wildlife, and sharing her deep love of photography with others.

Her love for animals extends far beyond the wild. Ilana has a profound affection for all animals—especially dogs—and is deeply inspired by the unique bond they share with their people. Through her fine art pet photography, she strives to capture not just an image, but the soul, personality, and quiet beauty of each animal, creating timeless pieces that families can cherish forever. To her, these photographs are more than portraits—they are lasting tributes to beloved companions and the love they bring into our lives.


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dog running on beach during daytime
dog running on beach during daytime

Why Choose Us?

They’re with us for such a short part of our lives,
but somehow, they become our whole world.

Wild Souls was created to preserve that bond—the personality, the quirks, the feeling of them—in a way that is both beautiful and deeply personal.

Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy or celebrating a lifelong companion, these sessions are designed to create artwork you’ll treasure forever.

LIMITED EDITION PET PORTRAIT SESSIONS

Wild Souls offers a refined, fine art portrait experience for those who see their animals as family—and as art. Each session is thoughtfully designed to create timeless, museum-worthy portraits that honor your pet’s presence, beauty, and individuality.

Elite Photography Shoots
Montreal pet photographer Ilana Block
Montreal pet photographer Ilana Block

A refined, intimate experience designed to capture the essence of your pet in a short and artful session. These are limited editions.

Perfect for: those wanting a small collection of stunning, frame-worthy portraits.

Includes:

  • 15 minute guided session

  • One location or studio-style setup

  • Gentle posing direction to bring out your pet’s natural expression

  • A curated gallery of professionally edited images

  • Your choice of 3-5 fine art digital portraits

  • Option to upgrade your gallery or purchase wall art or a book

Montreal dog cat horse photographer Ilana Block
Montreal dog cat horse photographer Ilana Block
Fine Art Portrait Experience

A deeply personalized, storytelling experience designed to preserve your pet’s spirit as timeless artwork.

Perfect for: those who want a full gallery and a meaningful experience.

Includes:

  • Up to 60 minute custom session

  • Pre-session consultation to design your vision (location, style, mood)

  • Multiple setups (if desired)

  • A relaxed, unrushed experience to capture personality, movement, and connection

  • A fully curated gallery of fine art images

  • A larger selection of included digital portraits

  • Access to exclusive fine art prints, albums, and wall collections

A once-in-a-lifetime journey capturing your puppy’s transformation into who they are meant to become.

Perfect for: new puppy parents who don’t want to miss a single stage.

Includes:

  • 4 Signature Sessions over 12 months
    (typically: early puppy, playful stage, adolescence, and first birthday)

  • Priority booking throughout the year

  • Consistent artistic style to create a cohesive story

  • A curated gallery from each session

  • Special bundled pricing for digital collections

  • Exclusive option to create a handcrafted heirloom album documenting their first year

The First Year Collection

"You captured the quintessential essence of Millie. Thank you!"

Jacqueline, Montreal, QC

Pet Photography in Montreal Quebec
Pet Photography in Montreal Quebec

★★★★★