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Fall Family Photo Session Outfits – 2023
The most popular question I get from clients is "what do I wear for our family photo session?" It can be intimidating trying to pick out fall family...
Waiting for Baby Mac – Raleigh newborn photography
It's almost time to meet Baby Mac! I know I can't wait and neither can mom and dad-to be Kathy and Joedy! We had a perfect Sunday evening at...
Behind the scenes of the Brunswick County Puppy Mill Rescue
Three weeks ago I had the chance to go along with the SPCA of Wake County to rescue more than 100 dogs from a Puppy Mill in Brunswick County. Wow! ...
The SPCA Pit Crew goes Back to School – Raleigh pet photography
I LOVE the SPCA Pit Crew. I usually fall in love with these pit bull pups very quickly, but last night my heart was on overdrive. I couldn't...
Growing up: Caitlin and Tommy
When traveling to Charleston, I HAVE two sets of kids I have to see. I held all four of them as infants and photographed them all when they were...
Maltese Puppy Mill bust: Raleigh Pet Portraits (Wake County SPCA)
The SPCA of Wake County assisted the Humane Society at the end of May in another puppy mill rescue. This time...they rescued more than 30 Maltese...
Adopting Lily: How we decided she was the “one”
I spotted Lily about 50 feet away sleeping on a bench. I would have seen her a mile away. I love pit bulls and always wanted to adopt one. I never...
Diary of a Foster Mom: Announcement
We've decided to ADOPT Lily! I will share more on our decision making process and how we came to this very exciting decision. I know from the...
Diary of a foster mom: The Lil’ details – Raleigh pet photography
What's not to love about Little Lily?? These are some of my favorite details about her. 1) her...
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The Golden Bowls – Pit Bulls show off their Red Carpet Fashion Sense
When it comes to red carpet fashion, it's hard to find fault with this cute crew. The SPCA of Wake County Pit Crew was dressed to impress for the annual Golden Bowls Awards show. Fashion designers pulled out all the stops to make sure their stars ended up on the...
Sadie the Schweenie – Dog Photo session at the Raleigh Rose Garden
Sadie is a four-year-old Schweenie. What's a Schweenie? It's a mix breed combination of Shih Tzu/Min Long-haired Doxie! I first met Sadie during a mini session at Woof Gang Bakery. She was so cute so I was excited when mom emailed me to set up a full session for the...
Greg and Marla – North Carolina Greyhounds
Talk about some GORGEOUS dogs! It's no wonder these dogs are always included in old paintings of royal families. These dogs are just so regal. They were so calm and sweet during our fall session in Hillsborough. Greg and Marla are both rescues...
Reese the Golden Retriever – Raleigh dog photographer
This family is pretty darn adorable! Reese is an eight year old Golden Retriever. She could be off leash with no problem. Although she did grab her leash in her mouth and run around a few times to take her self on a little walk in between shots! haha...
Baxter the Raleigh Pomeranian
Baxter is so dapper! This little fluff of cuteness is so sweet and well-behaved! I first met Baxter the Pomeranian in December 2013! I photographed him with his brother Bennett . Bennett passed away earlier this year after a long life of love from his great parents....
