I am a dog lover first.
A photographer second.
By some random chance of fate, I was able to combine the two loves into the coolest job ever: A Dog Photographer
I grew up in a family where dogs were always an integral part of our lives and most importantly, members of the family. Most of my childhood was spent with various Basset Hounds of the lovable but extremely stubborn variety. We never had less than 2 at any given time, sometimes 3, and the occasional stray that one of us would bring home for a visit.
After a short stint doing portrait work, which I still love, I realized my true calling is capturing the essence and personality of dogs. Upon reflection, I feel that my time doing portrait work was not wasted. Because of it, my experience with portrait work flows beautifully into working with people and their dogs.
My husband and I are owned by the fabulous Miss Gracie, a 5 year old Great Dane who brings energy and life into our house. You’ll see her around here a lot, she loves having her portrait taken (at least I like to think so). She is a complete Diva and if you stick around long enough, you'll know what I'm talking about!
What an amazing adventure this has been so far. I’m so glad you are here experiencing it with me.
It’s a Gracie kind of day. We hit the backyard at sunset a few days ago to take advantage of the beautiful fall light.
It is hard to believe that after 4 1/2 years of shooting Gracie, that I can still come up with new shots of her. She is the best model.
- hehehe... I can't help but think what goes through your neighbors minds if they were to lean over the fence and see you trying to get the shot between her legs of her belly. :D I love it!!!!
- The black and white shots are just amazing.
- i love the last side by side of gracie and the hydrangea. gorgeous colors.
- Okay ... HOW STINK'N CUTE! I love her and I don't even know her! She definitely is an amazing model!! What kind of lens do you use for most of your pictures? I love how you can get so close and a very small depth of field! Amazing work!
- Absolutely stunning! Mad love for Gracie and her mamma.
- She IS the best model!
- OK her tail shots are my absolue fav!!! But the chest shot, such a neat angle!!!
- Aw! I love the bokeh on the top left image, and how it kinda follows (should I say "compliments?") her profile :D
by Erin
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