Meet Erin Vey

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.

The Rock | Dog Photographer

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

I don’t know how we were lucky enough to end up with a girl that has so much personality. I can’t imagine life without Gracie for the sole reason that she makes me laugh like no one else can.

I posted Gracie’s funny rock video a few days ago, if you missed it you should go here to see it. It’s even in HD.

Here are some of the still shots I captured of her rock fishing.
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Clearly this is not the rock that I threw in for her.

It’s huge.

I mean, look at this.

For some reason she decided that the rock belonged on the steps.

See?

We usually leave Gracie with my Mom + Dad when we leave for a week due to the heat (100 degrees is not nice on a Dane), but I’m glad I had her around this time to entertain me.

Posted in gracie | Tags: Dog Photographer, Erin Vey, gracie, great dane, Rock Fishing, Seattle Dog Photographer, Vacation

by Erin

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caroline - Oh wow! I thought our dog was the only one that does this! He's a good bit smaller than Gracie, but he still grabs up rocks that I'm amazed he's able to move (and then sneaks them into my house).

Leah Mullett - Wow ... I'm laughing so hard right now! Love it!

christine - LOL she is hysterical! ROCK FISHING! i just peed my pants laughing. seriously. :) very awesome captures!!

Pam - How does Gracie not break a tooth???

Bev - This is just hysterical.. Is she working out when no one is looking to be able to lift these things?

Deborah - OMG That is hilarous!! She's a great dog!

Renee - Soooooo sooooooo funny!!!

kristie kulik - how funny!!! and my goodness, that is one strong jaw!

els - Awww...what a cutie...and such a strong girl! Love the photos and the video :)

Jess Kamm - That is hilarious!! Love the red steps too!

jennifer kitrosser - i watched the video TWICE the other day and was laughing out loud. i love her =)

oneshotbeyond - this reminds me of my Doberman when she's playing with her bones. She does the oddest things with them! Gracie is too much!!! :-)

Fenne - :-)))

Melissa - I saw the video and wasn't sure what that big thing was she'd gotten a hold of - wow.

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The Rock | Dog Photographer