CHICAGO PET AND FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY

Chicago Pet and Family Photography

Looking for a Chicago pet and family photographer who captures more than just a posed portrait?

At Candice C. Cusic Photography, I specialize in authentic, Moment-Driven™ pet and family photography in Chicago—creating images that reflect the real connection you share with your animals and the people you love.

Whether it’s the quiet comfort of nap time, the joy of play, or the small, everyday moments you never want to forget, your session is designed to feel relaxed, natural, and completely personal.

Sessions take place in meaningful Chicago locations or in my private West Town studio, where you and your pet can feel comfortable, connected, and fully present.

These aren’t just photographs—they’re custom-designed artwork created to live in your home and tell the story of who you are, not just what you look like.

Schedule your consultation to begin creating something truly lasting.

Chicago Pet Photographer

“I have a bed and a blanket now.”
She didn’t always.
This is Tootsie.
Available for adoption at @hinsdalehumanesociety
The See Hear Love Project™

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“I have a bed and a blanket now.”
She didn’t always.
This is Tootsie.
Available for adoption at @hinsdalehumanesociety
The See Hear Love Project™

Level up.
The See Hear Love Project on WGN’s Spotlight Chicago. Check back soon for the full interview!

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Level up.
The See Hear Love Project on WGN’s Spotlight Chicago. Check back soon for the full interview!

Meet Tootsie 💛
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Surrendered by her owner, Tootsie arrived at Hinsdale Humane Society with little to no information about her past. That’s where we stepped in.
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Nicole, Administrative Manager at Hinsdale Humane Society, brought Tootsie to us and is part of this moment you’re seeing—helping us begin to understand who Tootsie really is.
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The See Hear Love Project is the only project that combines animal communication and professional photography—helping uncover each dog’s story and showing who they truly are.
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Now it’s Tootsie’s turn to be seen for exactly who she is 💫
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Seen. Heard. Loved.
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#SeeHearLove #SeeHearLoveProject #RescueStory #AdoptDontShop

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Meet Tootsie 💛
⠀
Surrendered by her owner, Tootsie arrived at Hinsdale Humane Society with little to no information about her past. That’s where we stepped in.
⠀
Nicole, Administrative Manager at Hinsdale Humane Society, brought Tootsie to us and is part of this moment you’re seeing—helping us begin to understand who Tootsie really is.
⠀
The See Hear Love Project is the only project that combines animal communication and professional photography—helping uncover each dog’s story and showing who they truly are.
⠀
Now it’s Tootsie’s turn to be seen for exactly who she is 💫
⠀
Seen. Heard. Loved.
⠀
#SeeHearLove #SeeHearLoveProject #RescueStory #AdoptDontShop

Avalanche didn’t start life this way.
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Rescued from a hoarding situation through @reddoorshelter, his world was once crowded, uncertain, and far from safe.
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But something beautiful happened—
his foster saw him… and never let him go.
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Avalanche is now home.
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Seen. Heard. Loved.

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Avalanche didn’t start life this way.
⠀
Rescued from a hoarding situation through @reddoorshelter, his world was once crowded, uncertain, and far from safe.
⠀
But something beautiful happened—
his foster saw him… and never let him go.
⠀
Avalanche is now home.
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Seen. Heard. Loved.

Meet Blanca.
Rescued, but still learning how to feel safe again.
During her animal communication session, Blanca shared a feeling of being abandoned in the rain—until Michelle, her foster mom, found her and brought her to safety.
“I’m scared… but I’m trying.”
She’s waiting for someone to show her she’s finally home.
Blanca and other incredible animals are available for adoption at SAYv Animal Organization (@sayvanimalorg).
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The See Hear Love Project is the only project of its kind, combining animal communication and portrait photography to help rescue animals be seen, heard, and adopted.

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Meet Blanca.
Rescued, but still learning how to feel safe again.
During her animal communication session, Blanca shared a feeling of being abandoned in the rain—until Michelle, her foster mom, found her and brought her to safety.
“I’m scared… but I’m trying.”
She’s waiting for someone to show her she’s finally home.
Blanca and other incredible animals are available for adoption at SAYv Animal Organization (@sayvanimalorg).
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The See Hear Love Project is the only project of its kind, combining animal communication and portrait photography to help rescue animals be seen, heard, and adopted.

This is Part 2 of Ramona’s story from The See Hear Love Project™ — a Chicago-based initiative combining animal communication and fine-art photography to help foster animals be seen, heard, and adopted.
Each session begins with an on-camera communication reading followed by a professional portrait session, allowing foster animals to connect with potential adopters through emotion and storytelling.
Ramona’s message is part of a larger mission to bring visibility to animals waiting for homes and to highlight the life-saving power of fostering.
Follow the project:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cusicphoto
Website: https://www.cusicphoto.com/
Adopt a friend like Ramona! https://www.chicagolandpigrescue.com/

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This is Part 2 of Ramona’s story from The See Hear Love Project™ — a Chicago-based initiative combining animal communication and fine-art photography to help foster animals be seen, heard, and adopted.
Each session begins with an on-camera communication reading followed by a professional portrait session, allowing foster animals to connect with potential adopters through emotion and storytelling.
Ramona’s message is part of a larger mission to bring visibility to animals waiting for homes and to highlight the life-saving power of fostering.
Follow the project:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cusicphoto
Website: https://www.cusicphoto.com/
Adopt a friend like Ramona! https://www.chicagolandpigrescue.com/

Your best friend at home deserves to be celebrated.
Not just in your camera roll — but in fine art that lives on your wall.
That’s why I hire a professional trainer for every session.
Because your best friend deserves to feel safe, calm, and supported while we create something beautiful.
And because women celebrate everyone else in their lives…
Why not the one who waits for you at home?

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Your best friend at home deserves to be celebrated.
Not just in your camera roll — but in fine art that lives on your wall.
That’s why I hire a professional trainer for every session.
Because your best friend deserves to feel safe, calm, and supported while we create something beautiful.
And because women celebrate everyone else in their lives…
Why not the one who waits for you at home?

For the women who love fiercely — and the dogs who love them right back. 🖤
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That kind of connection deserves to be remembered as art.

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For the women who love fiercely — and the dogs who love them right back. 🖤
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That kind of connection deserves to be remembered as art.

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Our location

Located in downtown Chicago.

1821 W. Hubbard St., Chicago, IL 60622

By appointment only

info@cusicphoto.com

Available for travel internationally, for pets & family photography, and education for photographers. Send us a note for details or reach us by phone at 312-248-2939.