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Cary Pet Photographer Featured on the Cover of Cary Magazine’s Annual Pet Issue
Every now and then, something happens that makes you stop and think... I can't believe this is real. A few weeks ago, I received an email asking if...
Three common myths about pet photography
Every pet parent should have stunning photos with their pets. But you may think you or your pet aren't ready or you still have time to get to it one...
Mini Sessions at a private sunflower field in Raleigh
July 9th, 2024 will mark one year without my heart dog Baxter. The dog that made me a dog mom and inspired me to become a pet photographer in North...
Help foster puppies and foster kittens in Wake County
Every spring there are endless pleas from rescues to help foster kittens in Wake County and the state. It's "kitten season" and shelters and...
Protect your legacy with a Cloud backup plan for family photos
One of my worst experiences personally and professionally is having a hard drive fail. This happened in 2014 and I mostly lost a lot of personal...
Visit the Raleigh Rose Garden
I love photographing dogs and families at the Raleigh Rose Garden. I had a few fall pet photography sessions there this season and was also able to...
5 must-have images for pet business marketing in North Carolina
If you work with pets and pet parents, you know establishing trust is essential to attract and keep clients. The easiest way to do that with pet...
Meet Boone – Our new rescue puppy
We have a NEW family member. Meet our dog, Boone. He is an 11-ish month old pup from Red Barn Rescue in Clayton, N.C. Pretty sure he is a yellow-lab...
A love letter to my dog Baxter
Reflection on this post: While I did compose Baxter's dog obituary last fall, nothing has been quite as healing as writing this doggie love letter...
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