content with character

portraits with heart

southern california commercial photography studio

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With over a decade of experience, SoCal native Katelin Wallace brings commercial and portrait photography to life at The Salty Dog Studio, before heading home to her husband, three daughters, and pup, Captain.

Hi, I’m Katelin

I’m a SoCal native, a Fine Art Photography graduate, and a photographer who has spent over a decade perfecting my signature look. I founded The Salty Dog Studio in Costa Mesa to capture content with character—whether that’s a striking commercial campaign for your brand, a vibrant family milestone, or a soulful pet portrait (whiskers and all!).

Our oceanfront studio is built for creativity, culture, and connection. When I'm not behind the lens, I’m running around with my husband, our three daughters and our beloved pup.

Grab a cup of coffee and let’s collaborate—I can't wait to see you in the studio!

 What We Do

They’re more than just pets—they’re family. Whether your pup is a natural performer or a little camera-shy, we know exactly how to capture their unique quirks, soulful eyes, and favorite expressions. Come visit our Costa Mesa studio and let’s create art of the ones you love most.

From dynamic lifestyle campaigns to clean product imagery, we create high-impact, professional visuals that showcase your brand’s personality. We know how to wrangle the talent (peanut butter spoon included) to deliver the "wow factor" your brand needs to stand out in a crowded market.

Kids grow up fast, and family life is beautifully chaotic. We skip the rigid, forced smiles to capture the genuine laughter, windswept hair, and joyful energy of your family. Whether in our coastal studio or out on location, we create relaxed, vibrant portraits you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

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Is your pet the next big thing?

The Salty Dog Studio is regularly casting dogs of all shapes, sizes, and breeds for commercial and lifestyle brand shoots. Introduce us to your favorite four-legged model by filling out the application form below!

From Concept

To Captured

Producing a commercial shoot with moving parts (and moving paws) can be daunting. We handle the heavy lifting from start to finish—managing everything from creative direction, location scouting, and talent wrangling to high-end photography and post-production. Combining technical expertise with a relaxed, highly efficient studio environment, we deliver a premium asset library tailored perfectly to your brand guidelines. You bring the vision; we handle the execution.

Contact Us

670 W 17th St. Unit G3

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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