Hi, I am Samantha

VanLaeken

The SVL of photosbysvl ;)

I’m a dog photographer and videographer born and raised in Las Vegas. I’ve always been a curious, creative person, and I found the perfect mix of the things I love most: dogs and a camera in my hands.


By day, I work in content creation and digital marketing... such as producing podcasts, managing social media, and telling stories online. That experience helps me bring a professional, polished touch to every shoot, while still keeping it fun and relaxed for you and your dog.


My goal is to give fellow dog parents photos and videos they’ll cherish forever! All the real, candid moments that show your dog’s personality, not forced poses. I focus on making every session comfortable, stress-free, and playful so your dog can just be themselves.


When I'm not behind the camera, I'm hanging with my dogs. Dyna is my AKC Grand Champion Beauceron. We love to hike, train in a variety of dog sports, and cuddle up on the couch. Please don't hesitate to reach out! We love making new friends in the dog world.


You can see more of our personal adventures at @WeLiveUnleashed on all social platforms!