Autumn is truly the best time of year to get outdoors and go exploring! My doggy pal and travel companion “Rugby” and I were recently discussing some of our favorite go-to spots. Here’s a few of our most treasured hiking locations in the Hampton Roads area. You’ll be familiar with some, but we might have …
4th of July Safety Tips
Popping in to wish you and all of the 4-legged friends in your life a safe, fun and happy 4th of July. It feels so good to be out and about doing normal things again, doesn’t it? And while we humans may ooh and ahh over a colorful fireworks display, the fur-folks we share our …
October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month
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 …
Top Ten Reasons to Hire a Pet Photographer
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 …
A nice little surprise in my inbox
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 …
A Doggone Great Day at Camp Run-A-Mutt!
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 …
Leash Removal Image Edit
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 …
2019 In Review
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 …
Black Fur-iday Special!
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 …
It was Bubblicious!
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.