An amateur
photographer for 20 years, I began seriously photographing dogs while
volunteering with
HOPE Safehouse in 2005. Volunteers working with HOPE found homes for over 300
dogs and cats
that were separated from their families as a result of devastation following
Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Candid photos of pets at play; in day care, the park is our focus.
Where do we start?
Arrange a pre-session in
person or on the phone to discuss your interests in location(s) and type of
photos you desire. Once we agree on
photos, then scheduling a photo session is next.
Allow one to 3 hours with up
to 2 location choices. Weekdays an
hour or more before sunset are preferable and weekend shooting sessions are
possible. We can discuss follow up
sessions at special times and locations.
I prefer candid portraits
of your pet in natural light where possible.
This can be in your home or yard both at rest and playing.
Location shoots can be in a nearby park,
What are the costs?
Cost for pre-session and
photo session is $50.
Refer to schedule page for
details of print costs.
Can family members be
included in photos?
Yes, by all means.
What about other pets?
I prefer to work with one pet at a time.
Ask about rates for groups.
What if Farfo doesn’t
want to sit still?
Please have favorite treats and toys on hand to help catch that special
expression. We also work to catch
your pet in motion running and playing – it just takes time, patience and a bit
of luck.
Do you donate to
charitable groups?
Yes. We donate $15% to rescue
groups – you can choose your favorite or allow us to choose.
What is a photo session
like?
We meet at appointed date
and time at location(s) we agreed on in pre-session.
I take 75-150 images including full body shots, close-ups and where
applicable, action shots. You can
choose to be in or out of some of the photos with your pet.
This is a time for patience and enjoying the moment.
If we agree to photograph
your dog in Day Care, you don’t have to be there.
Your dog is plenty busy playing with other dogs.
When do I see the
results?
2-3 weeks after the photo
session, you will receive proofs in the mail.
You have an option of proofs printed on a color laser OR a slide show DVD
viewable on a PC. There will be a
best pics selection of photos I liked best but you make the final decision as to
which photos you want and what size prints and/or accessories you wish.
Details included with proof package.
If I can get your proof package to you sooner, I will do so.
When can I get prints?
Depending on your order,
you can expect your prints in 1-3 weeks.
Special order items such as
mugs, cards, calendars can
take longer. Your order will be
mailed or dropped off at your door.
Your images are archived
and available for reprint orders.
You can always order framed, matted prints as well as cards, calendars etc. at a
later date. We hope you will
consider an ongoing business with us.
If you have a puppy, we
urge you to capture the growth of your pup as they grow from gangly goof to
young adult and beyond.
How many dog do you
have?
I have adopted two mutts I met while volunteering after the hurricanes
with HOPE Safehouse. Rusty is a
hound, Turk seems to be a mastiff mix.
I also foster dogs awaiting adoption through local rescue groups. I had a
wonderful cat, Sootico, but lost him to illness after Hurricane Katrina.
Please
take advantage of training offered in your area to fully enjoy your relationship
with your pet. We also encourage you to support legislation to promote
spay/neuter laws, prevent abuse and foster adoptions through rescue groups.
We look forward to helping
you create memorable images of your pet.
Your satisfaction is important to us.
If you have questions or concerns or just like our work, let us know.
We encourage you to tell others – ask about referral bonuses.