Jana Sokolovskaja.
Capturing paws, personalities and pure joy.

From graphic designer to pet photographer.

Sydney pet photographer Jana specialising in relaxed, natural dog and cat photography on the Lower North Shore, standing in a garden with shrubs and trees under an overcast sky

Hi, I’m Jana, a Sydney-based pet photographer with a lifelong love for animals and a creative background spanning many years in graphic design. After working with imagery, layout and visual storytelling for most of my career, I followed my heart (and a few muddy paw prints) into pet photography.

What started as photographing my own pets quickly turned into a passion for capturing the unique personalities, expressions and bonds that make every animal special. I believe the best images happen in real moments: the head tilts, the zoomies, the quiet cuddles and the wonderfully imperfect in-between.

My design background shapes the way I shoot: with a strong eye for composition, light, details and a focus on creating images that feel timeless, joyful and full of character. Whether we’re out on a walk, at the beach, in the park or at home, my sessions are relaxed, playful and tailored to your pet’s personality.

At Pawsome Smiles Photos, it’s not just about beautiful photos, it’s about celebrating the love you share with your furry family and turning those fleeting moments into memories you’ll treasure forever.

Pet photographer enjoying a playful moment with dogs during a relaxed photography session in a garden
Pet photographer sharing a playful moment with a gray tabby cat leaning against a wooden barrel
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My Team

My Chief Supervisors and Inspiration Committee

A fluffy Birman cat Freya with blue eyes resting among green grass and leaves in an outdoor setting.

Freya

A fluffy Birman cat Darcy posing to the phone.

Darcy

Close-up of a black Cocker Spaniel named Luna with her pink tongue out, enjoying the sun outdoors

Luna

My Recent Favourites

  • A happy white fluffy dog standing in shallow water at a beach or lake, with boats visible in the background.
  • Dog playing in water with a ball in its mouth, wearing a red bandana and a harness.
  • Close-up of a gray tabby cat with green eyes sitting indoors near a window with blurred greenery outside.
  • A brown dog walking down a garden path surrounded by purple flowers and greenery under a partly cloudy sky.
  • Gray and white tabby cat with green eyes lying on a wooden surface, looking at the camera, with a plain blurred background.
  • Two Cocker Spaniel puppies cuddling outdoors on grass with blurred trees in the background.

Questions?

I’d love to chat and answer any questions you have.

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