Oct 22, 2012
All dogs are special to their families. There is no doubt about that. But, some dogs have managed to wiggle in and find their place where no one else could. Zoe, a gorgeous blond shepherd, is that kind of dog.
Zoe came into her family’s lives after the death of the previous family dog. While the rest of the family was thrilled to have another dog around, Heather wasn’t so sure. The sting of saying good-bye was still there and she did not want to become attached to another puppy. But, as dogs are wont to do, Zoe patiently won her over. And now, 10 years later, she is definitely Heather’s dog.
Zoe moves a little slower now – 10 years is a long time. There is a little arthritis and not so much jumping and running. But, there is still love and loyalty. And an infectious smile and a zest for life that only a dog can have!
Zoe, it was a privilege to photograph you – you are a gorgeous soul! I am so glad that we had the honour to meet you and have a part in recording the life you share with your family. It is so obvious and simple. They love you. And, you love them. I know that your family will treasure these images always!
Oct 21, 2012
By my records, Posh Pets Photography has photographed 299 adoptable pets in 2012. Incredibly, 278 have found their forever homes or have found a place with a rescue organization! It is things like this that makes my heart sing! In honour of these little furry faces, I put together a quick video showcasing some of the guys and girls that have passed in front of my lens…please enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eYD02RM9Rs&feature=plcp
Oct 11, 2012
After a bit of a vacation, I went back to TAS this morning. Boy, did that feel good! Lots of tail-waggers to meet and photograph, and some really gorgeous pets just awaiting their forever homes. If you see a guy or gal that you like, please contact Toronto Animal Services (North Region) directly. They can arrange a meeting with your prospective new family member.
You can also find out a little bit more about each of these furry faces on the Posh Pets’ Facebook page. Please check it out and share their images!
First, are the graceful felines…
And now the tail-wagging canines…
Thanks for joining us – we’ll see you again next week!
Sep 19, 2012
Look at this little furry face I met yesterday! Soya is 2 years old and comes to work with her Dad. Her job is to greet the visitors as they go through the booth at Ein Gedi, Israel. (Which, by the way, is gorgeous and a fabulous opportunity to view some waterfalls, swim in the pools and generally enjoy an oasis in the barren desert!) On this particular day, it was HOT. Not a cloud in the sky and 42 degree weather…perfect weather for a swim. But not so perfect if you are a dog with hair. And, so we met Soya, resting in the shade of the booth and ready for her close-up!
Sep 14, 2012
Another Friday, another Project 52 post…but this time it is brought to you from Rotterdam, Holland! The Posh Pets’ challenge for this week was to incorporate a person (or part of a person) in our image. As we are currently travelling, I was on the lookout for new canines and their humans to photograph. Surprisingly, there are not a lot of dogs in Rotterdam – at least not out on the street taking walks – and so I had almost despaired of finding the proper subject. However, just as we were about to enter our hotel at the end of the day, I noticed a young woman with her very cute puppy frolicking in the grass.
We learned that the puppy’s name is Diesel and she is a 9 week year old English Cocker Spaniel. She was currently outside in an attempt to “tire her out” as she needed to go to work with her human and could not possibly be as active as she currently was. Even though she is only 9 weeks old, Diesel has quite obviously bonded with her human and, while she loved the attention and belly rubs, she quickly returned to where her person was standing and peeked out over the grass at me…
A reassuring pat on the back yielded this image…
Which led to this gorgeous portrait!
Thank you so much for letting me photograph little Diesel…may your lives together be full of fun, laughter and belly rubs. And some occasional naps. 🙂
Next in the blog circle is NSC Pet Photography, The Windsor-Essex Furtographer. Please check out Nicole’s work and then follow the circle around until you end up back with Diesel. And feel free to leave comments – we all love it so! Happy Friday!
Aug 17, 2012
I know that I have missed a couple of weeks of Project 52, but I am really excited to get back at it! This week’s theme challenged us to use windows in our image which you can see here. This image is a bit of a tribute to one of the pet photographers that helped me start down the path of pet photography, the very talented Bev Hollis. This is Bev’s dog, Lily, in front of Bev’s house in Virginia and was taken during a photography workshop I attended there. I look at it now and smile, for on this fourth day of the workshop, I had such joy in my belly! Doing something you love will do that to you. Thanks Bev!
Next in our blog circle is Central Coast Pet Photographer, Sharon Stokes. Please check out her work and the rest of the Beautiful Beasties gang’s this week!
Jul 24, 2012
We met Fritz on a beautiful summer day a few weeks ago (a rare day when it was not blistering hot out). At 13 years of age, Fritz has reached his golden years and shares a quiet life with his human, Maria. As becoming of miniature schnauzer of that age, he took a good long time to check me out and then took to announcing to the neighbourhood that we had become acquainted. However, once the initial introductions were over, he was able to direct his attention to the task at hand…modelling for the Posh Pets‘ camera. Given his affinity for his home, Maria opted for a combination of inside and outside images for Fritz’ custom pet photography session.
It is obvious that he is dearly loved and enjoys a lovely life. When I asked Maria what she loved most about him, she replied that, “he is his own man”…in other words, he lets you into his world on his own terms, but once you are accepted, you are safe there forever. And, he does not forget those he has previously met. The difference in our introduction from our initial pre-session consult to the actual pet photography session was marked. Fritz is truly a gentleman.
Fritz, you are a wonderful boy, intelligent and so full of expression. It was a joy and an honour to photograph you and your images will grace the walls of your home and those overseas for years to come! Thank you for allowing us to spend the afternoon with you.
Jun 22, 2012
Our theme for this week was to show how angles play a part in our photographic style. For me, I really enjoy the look of shooting from a height down on my furry subjects. I also love it when they “cock” their head at a cute little angle. This image, incorporate both of those favourites, makes my day! Jet is one of the adoptables available at the Toronto Animal Services, if you would like to see him strike this pose in person…
Next in the blog roll is Fort McMurray Pet Photographer KLAD Photography. Hi Kelly!
Jun 13, 2012
Welcome to this week’s available Adoptables Round-Up at Toronto Animal Services. Each of these furry faces is looking for a forever home, so be sure to check them out on the Posh Pets facebook page as well at the TAS page. And please share their images with those you know…let’s help them find families who will love them!
See you next week!
May 14, 2012
Happy Monday! And…I just realized that I did not post these from last week – the adoptables available at Toronto Animal Services (North Region)! For those who do not know, Posh Pets heads to the shelter each week and photographs the lovely furry faces awaiting their forever homes. It is truly wonderful to return the next week and find out who has found their new families!
We are heading off again this morning, so there will be a whole new group to look at later! See you then!
Apr 23, 2012
Here is this week’s edition of the TAS Adoptables…and we have quite a group this time! Many of these lovely furry faces are featured throughout the week on the Posh Pets Facebook page with some additional information (including IDs) about them. But to make arrangements to visit them, please contact Toronto Animal Services (North Region) directly at (416) 338-8723. Thanks for sharing them!
Mar 30, 2012
Here are the lovely adoptables we photographed this week! If you would like to inquire about any individual pet, please contact Toronto Animal Services – North Region and they will be happy to answer your questions. Also, be sure to visit the Posh Pets Facebook page, where you can gather a little more information, including ID numbers, so you can be sure who you are interested in. Thanks to all who share their pictures!
