It’s October and that means it’s Adopt A Shelter Dog month! Having adopted numerous shelter and rescue dogs myself over many years, it’s always a privilege to meet other formerly under-appreciated pups who made their way into loving homes. Such was the case when I spent a recent morning with Parker, (the mighty) Miss Pebbles …
1. Your pet is a superstar Every pet is unique, but I know you truly have the best dog in town. She has the most beautiful eyes and soulful expression. When she gazes up at you—the center of her universe—that’s what you love most about her. The way she tilts her head when you ask …
I will admit that I have the best job in the world, but it can also be quite unpredictable at times. Will clients book sessions this month? Will it rain? Will the images bring a smile to the dog mom who loves her pup beyond measure? Will I be able to connect with the shy …
I’m still recovering the wild antics at th e VIP event at the newest doggy daycare, grooming and boarding center in Norfolk. Camp Run-A-Mutt is a cageless facility with oodles of indoor and outdoor space for the pampered pup in your life. What an awesome day. More photos on the Windhound Facebook page. Give us …
Here’s a quick little video of leash removal in my digital darkroom. Editing was fairly simple for this image, but some edits are a bit more complex. I wanted to give you an idea of how it’s done. The majority of dogs remain leashed during a Windhound photo session. I make leashes and other distractions …
It’s still early February so I suppose I’m not too late…I finally took a journey through my doggy images from 2019 and my first year as a full-time professional pet photographer. While I’ve been photographing pets for quite a few years, 2019 brought some welcome changes and a whole doghouse full of awesome pups and …
Double the fun for Black Fur-iday! Reserve a pet portrait “Signature Session” and you’ll a $500 credit toward the purchase of artwork instead of the regular $250. The Signature Session includes up to 2 hours for a private photo session at a custom location on a date and time reserved just for you! This type …
The past two weekends were filled with laughter, dog slobber, and a whole lot of soapy bubbles. We took our show on the road and attended area fundraiser events for two of our favorite shelters. First up was the Virginia Beach SPCA’s Mutt Masquerade, held late in October each year at the oceanfront.
Being active on social media, one couldn’t help but see ongoing and frequent posts about a very special dog. “Nino” has become a bit of a local celebrity around these parts. After being confiscated for cruelty and neglect, it was discovered that while help came for “Nino,” it also came with a sad reality. A …
For pet owners, scrolling through social media can scare the daylights out of you. From pet food recalls, to foods that can contribute to heart disease in dogs, to the horrors of the pesticides we put on our lawns, social media often forces us to seek out alternative solutions. While I like to keep my …
