For as long as I can remember, my life has revolved around caring for companion animals and nurturing the bonds they share with their human families - first as a vet tech, now as a pet photographer. This blog is where I will feature my fave pet photo sessions, share pet tips - including how to take better photos of your own pet, home decor and pet photo display ideas, news, updates, special events, and probably a lot of rambling about dogs and how awesome they are.
Pet Photo Blog
Photoshop Is Not A Dirty Word
Recently, I was asked to submit a video showing my photo editing process to the Hair of the Dog Academy Edit-Palooza Summit. It was a huge honour to be included alongside 40+ of the biggest names in pet photography, worldwide!
You can watch me edit this photo of Kelley and Declan from Snugapug in Edit-Palooza!
Speaking About Animal Behaviour For Photographers at The Canadian Imaging Conference
Recently, I did something WAAAAAY outside my comfort zone. I agreed to be a presenter at the 2024 Canadian Imaging Conference, put on by the Professional Photographers of Canada in Victoria, BC.
The idea was terrifying to me. I am not a public speaker. I still remember attending my first Canadian Imaging conference, which was only 7 years ago, in 2017, and being soooo intimidated by all the “real” photographers. I could barely bring myself to speak to anyone there, I was afraid they’d ask me a technical question about photography that would expose me as the fraud I felt like on the inside.
The Kittens of Kismutt
Although they are a dog rescue, Kismutt did not turn away the pregnant cat that showed up on their doorstep and I got to photograph her adorable kittens who are now looking for homes.
Speaking of Dogs Calendar Outtakes
Graham and I had such a blast photographing dogs for the Speaking of Dogs calendar on the weekend.
Take better pet photos with the camera you've got.
Welcome to the tips and tricks section of the Pet Photo Blog. My goal in writing this is to help you take better photos of your pets with the camera you've got