ANCHOR
The Dogs Who Greeted Us at The Door of Every Chapter
A fine art photography book featuring local senior dogs to help fund grants for senior dog programs .
For the one who has seen every season of you and walked beside you through them all.
ANCHOR is a curated fine art photography book honoring senior dogs in our local community, the dogs who have walked life alongside us long enough to become part of who we are.
This is not a farewell project.
It is a recognition of presence, depth, and shared life while it is still unfolding.
Limited spaces. Applications reviewed in the order received.
What ANCHOR Is
ANCHOR is a curated fine art photography book project created to honor senior dogs in our local community and share the stories of the lives they have walked alongside.
Participating dogs and their people will receive a custom fine art portrait session designed to capture each dog’s personality with painterly light and intention. Selected portraits will be featured in the published ANCHOR book.
As a participant, dog guardians will also have the opportunity to upgrade their experience to a full fine art photography session with Olive and Fable at a promotional pricing and be able to purchase finished artwork and digital images from their session, creating heirloom pieces for their home beyond the book itself.
Fifty percent of the registration fee and all book sale proceeds will directly benefit The Grey Muzzle Organization, extending the impact of this project beyond the page and beyond the PNW.
ANCHOR is about preserving your dog’s story through art while supporting dogs still in need of care and advocacy.
Who This Project Is For
ANCHOR is for guardians who:
Share life with a senior dog (typically age 8+, depending on breed)
Live near or willing to travel to our Downtown Kirkland Photography Studio
Value fine art portraiture and printed artwork
Want their dog’s story preserved thoughtfully and intentionally while funding care for others not yet as fortunate
Understand this is a limited, curated project and want to be a part of it
This is not a mini session or a giveaway.
It is a fine art experience centered on legacy, presence, and storytelling. An opportunity to be a part of printed artwork that will remain within our PNW community in dog centric households and businesses.
What it is like to work with us.
Participant Selection
Participation in ANCHOR is limited.
Dogs are selected based on:
Alignment with the spirit of the project
The story shared in the application
The dog’s comfort and ability to be photographed safely
Applications are reviewed in the order received.
Priority will be given to participants who plan to invest in finished artwork, as ANCHOR is rooted in creating tangible legacy pieces, not just book features.
We are looking for 25 to 35 dogs to be featured in this volume.
Giving Back
50% of every registration fee and 100% of first-edition book sales will be donated directly to The Grey Muzzle Organization, a national nonprofit dedicated to funding and advocating for senior-dog care programs across the United States.
By participating in ANCHOR, you are preserving your own dog’s story while helping another dog receive the care and dignity they deserve.
Book Release
ANCHOR is scheduled to launch in November 2026, in recognition of National Senior Dog Month.
Participants will be notified of the official release date and invited to be part of the launch celebration.
Registration Fee: $150
A portion of this fee is donated to The Grey Muzzle Organization
Artwork and digital collections are purchased separately.
What’s Included
A guided planning consultation and story interview
A custom fine art portrait session at Olive & Fable’s downtown Kirkland studio
A reveal appointment to experience your portraits as finished artwork
A two-page feature in the ANCHOR book, including portraits and written story
The opportunity to invest in heirloom artwork and curated digital collections by upgrading to a full session at a promotional price.
Investment
Most participants choose to invest beyond the registration fee by selecting fine art prints, portrait boxes, framed artwork, or digital collections during their reveal. If you upgrade to a full session prior to your participation in the book session, you will have access to promotional pricing on all wall art.
Typical investments range from $520 to $4200, depending on what you choose for your home.
This process is guided gently, without pressure or rush
The ANCHOR Experience
Planning Conversation
We begin with a thoughtful, story-focused consultation where we learn about your dog’s personality, history, and daily rhythms. We talk through what makes them them, from quirks and comforts to mobility needs and pacing.
This conversation allows us to design a session that feels calm, intentional, and true to the life you share, rather than forcing your dog into a one-size-fits-all experience.
Fine Art Portrait Session
Each session is guided and unrushed, with senior dogs photographed at their own pace. We prioritize comfort, dignity, and presence over poses.
Sessions are carefully lit and styled to create painterly, fine art portraits while remaining gentle and respectful of your dog’s energy level. Breaks are always welcome, and sessions are adapted in real time based on how your dog is feeling that day.
Reveal & Story Review
You’ll be invited to a private reveal appointment to view your finished portraits and review the written story that will accompany your images in the book. This ensures both the imagery and the words feel true to your dog and the life you share.
During this appointment, you may also select any artwork or digital images you would like for your home from Olive & Fable’s curated fine art offerings, with guidance provided to help you choose pieces that feel intentional and lasting.
The Book
ANCHOR will be a professionally printed, large-format fine art photography book designed as a display-worthy heirloom. Each participating dog will be featured in a two-page spread pairing portrait and story.
Participants may pre-purchase one copy of the book at printing cost. After release, the book will be available for public purchase, with all proceeds donated directly to The Grey Muzzle Organization. One dog will be thoughtfully selected as the cover model once all sessions are complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This project is intended for senior dogs, generally age 8 and older, though this can vary by breed. If you’re unsure whether your dog qualifies, you’re welcome to apply and share a bit about them.
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No. ANCHOR is not a farewell project. It is about honoring the depth, presence, and shared life that comes with time. Dogs of all health statuses are welcome as long as they can be photographed comfortably and safely.
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Senior dogs are photographed at their own pace, with comfort and dignity as the priority. Sessions are adapted as needed, with breaks, support, and flexibility built in. If your dog has specific needs, we’ll plan for them together.
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If your application is accepted, yes. ANCHOR is a curated project with a limited number of participants, and not all applications will be selected.
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While artwork is not required, priority is given to participants who plan to invest in finished artwork for their home. This project is centered on creating tangible, lasting pieces, not just a book feature.
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Yes. You are welcome to be included in your session if you wish. These images do not need to appear in the book unless you would like them to.
If you would like to include multiple dogs or be photographed together with your dog as part of the session experience, this requires an upgrade to the promotional full session option, which will be discussed during planning.
From Book to Walls:
Upgrade your session and select custom artwork to display in your home.
About The Grey Muzzle Organization
For the first edition of ANCHOR, we have chosen to donate 50% of all participant registration fees and 100% of book proceeds to The Grey Muzzle Organization, a national nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk senior dogs across the United States.
Founded in 2008, Grey Muzzle focuses exclusively on senior dogs by providing grant funding and resources to shelters, rescues, sanctuaries, and nonprofit programs nationwide. Their grants support critical medical and dental care, foster and adoption initiatives, hospice programs, and other essential services that ensure older dogs receive comfort, dignity, and compassionate care.
Grey Muzzle’s mission aligns deeply with ANCHOR, a project centered on honoring senior dogs not as farewells, but as steady companions who have lived alongside us through life’s changes. By supporting their work, this project extends beyond the page—helping fund real care for senior dogs while celebrating the lasting role they play in our lives.
About the author:
Olive & Fable
Olive & Fable is a downtown Kirkland studio specializing in fine art pet and family portraiture. Our work is built on painterly light, story, and legacy, creating artwork that feels like a remembrance, not a snapshot.
ANCHOR is part portrait project, part community tribute, and part archival love letter to the animals who shaped our lives.