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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...
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...
Pet Photos with Santa in Wake Forest
Tis the season for your pup to see Santa. I'll be hosting Pet Photos with Santa this Saturday, December 2nd in Wake Forest. I first teamed up with...
The Most Dangerous Halloween Candy for Pets
Halloween can be stressful enough for pets with little costumed-critters parading up to your front door. (Check out my segment on WRAL on how to...
A dog’s last day: Bhoebe’s End-of-Life Photo Session
This is how the a dog's last day should look. All-you-can-eat peanut butter. A final roll in the grass. Peeing on that one mailbox that has always...
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...
Saying goodbye to my heart dog Baxter – 2008-2023
If you’ve been around here for any length of time, you are familiar with the love of my life. My brown-eyed blonde sidekick, Baxter. He is the...
Raleigh pet photographer celebrates rescue dog’s 15th birthday
I can't even believe that my heart and soul, my little rescue dog, will celebrate his 15th birthday on June 17, 2023. We adopted Baxter when he was...
8 Simple Steps to Improve the Environment With Your Pet
April 26th is Earth Day. Boy do we have a lot of work to do to help keep our Earth safe and clean for future generations. I often become overwhelmed...
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Creative holiday photo ideas for pets and kids
Fall is here to stay in North Carolina. After a glorious week of fake fall, followed by a second summer, the cooler temps don’t appear to be fading. And that means…it’s fall photo season! Getting real mail is so rare these days that sending and receiving holiday cards...
Gut health for dogs – Why it matters
Gut health became extra important for Baxter during his senior years. We needed a mix of probiotics and ultimately prescription food to keep his tummy regular and feeling his best. Now that we have added Boone to the family, I want to make sure he has the best mix of...
Finding Peace in Parting: The Emotional Journey of Letting Go of Your Pet
Letting go of your pet is an extremely emotional journey. Here’s how I’ve learned to find peace since losing my heart dog in 2023.
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 day." I believe every family should have lasting images that celebrate their biggest loves and best friends, because...
Mini Sessions at a private sunflower field in Raleigh
Skip the crowds. Enjoy a private sunflower field in Raleigh for family and pet photos with Tara Lynn.