by Robyn | Sep 13, 2010 | Dogs
So, John decided to take a little trip up to the Boston area to visit some friends. He’s been talking about this Boxer named “Murph Murphy” for a long time…so he decided he would bring his camera with him to try and get a few shots of Murph. OK…so I can look at the bright side and think, WOW…he can take-on some new clients when I’m busy with other clients, or…I can be nervous that he’ll be my competition!!!! Oh no!!! Well, I’m glad he’s my husband, and I’m glad that we can share our passion for photographing pups together! Well done my dear!
by Robyn | Aug 30, 2010 | Personal Ramblings, Travel
For the last two years, John and I (along with my mom) have traveled to Utah in September to spend some time volunteering at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab. This has got to be the most heavenly place on Earth!!!!!! I have never felt such peace and love in one place before. Best Friends is truly magical. So this year John and I have decided to go again for our five year anniversary. We are hoping to spend some time in the puppy facility (newly opened) for “puppy socialization”….and maybe some time at “Old Friends” where the senior dogs live. Unfortunately, we are going to be there too early for the monthly blessing, but since we’ve gone before, we have an idea of what we expect to miss (lots of tears and prayers for all the animals that have passed away during the month). You can actually feel their spirits around you as hundreds of wind-chimes play their sweet tune….it is so incredibly moving.
Here are a few photos from one of our visits to Best Friends…
Welcome Center
Peace Pole “dedicated to the staff and volunteers of Best Friends Animal Society by Animal Ark, in honor of their courage, compassion and commitment, to helping animals in need.”
A few of the resident cats…
And John getting a little lovin’ from a caretaker’s puppy…so cute, look at those eyes!!!!
Angel’s Rest..the most beautiful place for all the dearly departed. Just so peaceful. The gate was designed by one of the Best Friends founders, Cyrus Mejia, who is also an incredible animal artist!
And a view of Angel’s Rest from above…
And last, but not least, me…I absolutely LOVE this place!!!!
by Robyn | Jul 13, 2010 | Dogs
Last Thursday John and I had the greatest time photographing Vinny and Maddy, two of the most awesome Rotties I’ve ever met! These two dogs were goof-balls…they were so full of character and spunk!! We had a blast with them!!! It started as soon as their mom opened the door to the back yard and Maddy (a.k.a. the Mexican Jumping Bean, Superwoman, etc) flew off the deck like a superhero on a mission…and Big-Boy Vinny followed right behind her! I knew we were in for a wild ride with these two! Needless to say, we were covered in dirt and grass…and lots of doggy slobber. But it’s all part of the job. And we LOVE it! Thanks Vinny and Maddy!!!! Thank your momma for us too!
by Robyn | Jun 28, 2010 | Dogs
The day started off kind of “iffy” as far as the weather goes. We didn’t know if the rain would come, or if it would just threaten us all day. By the time we left for the shoot, the rain held off…and we were lucky! The shoot was great, we had tons of fun…but by the end, I think we were all pretty “Tuckered”! Here is a sneak-peak of our shoot. These boys are “two nuts” as their momma called them! But as nutty as they may be, they were gentle boys and they were a a blast to shoot! (even if I did almost end up in the pond…thanks Tucker!) LOL! Tucker is the red Dobie, and Deuce is the black and brown…these boys are gorgeous!!!!
by Robyn | May 22, 2010 | Personal Ramblings
Last weekend was the second annual Durham Pet Fair, a fund-raising extravaganza for pets and their humans sponsored by the Durham Veterinary Hospital and the Help Willy’s Friends Org.. We had such a great time…and the pups did too! It was a beautiful day and there were hundreds of dogs there (and some cats too!)
We brought the cameras with us…hoping that Peter wouldn’t have too much of an issue. Well, he didn’t exactly *like* having his photo taken, but he didn’t really object either. We are making progress with him, little by little.
Here are a few from the day…
Here’s Peter’s “Happy Face”…it’s always nice to see since he usually looks so sad (not *because* he’s sad…he just has that look)
Getting blessed by the Reverend…she made a reference to Saint Peter – well after all, he *does* eat a LOT of fish! (How cute!)
He’s such a handsome boy…I wish he’d let me take his photo more often!
Taking a bit of a break…I think Peter wishes I would just stop playing with my camera!
