Ellie and Rachel and the Hedgehog
Last weekend I did a photoshoot with Rachel and her adorable dog Ellie. Here are some of the photos from the session, along with Rachel's writings about Ellie. Enjoy!
1. I got Ellie when I first moved down to Florida. I was at a flea market and had no intention of getting a dog but we met and I held her and she wrapped her paws around my hand and we have been in love ever since!
2. Ellie loves her treats and cookies but she is also a very healthy eater…she loves cooked baby carrots, mango, red pepper, cantaloupe, etc. Her favorite time of the night is when I make her daddy’s sandwich for the next day…she loves to get pieces of deli meat (honey maple turkey in particular)
3. Ellie loves to go for walks but sometimes if we are going for a long walk she goes in her carriage (its like a baby carriage but for puppies). She loves her carriage, she just lays down and watches out her window.
4. Last year for her 2nd birthday we threw a huge party and all the dogs from our building came. There were about 20 dogs and we had treats, pupcakes and goodie bags. She got SO MANY presents…definitely a very popular girl! We are planning another party for her third birthday in June.
5. Ellie loves traveling. When I moved back from Florida we drove my car back, Ellie slept the ENTIRE way! She has also been on a plane and a boat.
6. Her best friend is Goldie, she is a little white maltipoo. They can and will wrestle for hours whenever they are together.
7. Ellie has 2 “day” beds that she will sleep on when no one is home but at night, she sleep with me and matt. She enjoys sleeping sideways so even though she is only 8 pounds, she somehow manages to take up the most space!
8. Ellie is my first dog EVER and she is really the best dog ever. She has never chewed up anything and she is always up for whatever I want to do…whether it’s a nap, a walk, a car ride, etc
9. She’s not a big fan of kids or big dogs (she prefers little fluffy dogs). The only time she barks is if she sees either one.
10. Ellie has 2 best toys, Muffy the earmuff wearing hedgehog and her donut. Everyday I roll donut down the hallway in our building…she runs after it so fast that she can only chase it 2 times before she gets too tired!
11. Ellie has helped me to become more outgoing. Before I had her I was very shy but now, everyone wants to talk to me because she is so cute. She has really helped me be able to talk to anyone!
12. Ellie is always well accessorized. She always has a bow and beautiful collars…is she an ambassador for The Proper Puppy.
A horse portrait session: Jake
I was so lucky to have a chance to photograph this beautiful Morgan horse named Jake. Stay tuned for more of Jake's story. Here are a few of the best:
Jake's owner has graciously given permission for people to purchase these images to support the One Language Project - a series of art/essay exhibits about our connection with other species. If you know a horse lover, you can visit the gallery and purchase wall art or other items.
Do you know a child with a "lovie"?
I was in one of my favorite spots this summer with my nephews in northern Maine, and I met someone who suggested I photograph children, small, medium and full-grown, with their lovies, or stuffed animal/blanket/totem companions. Here are a few of some very precious lovies to some very special little boys in my life. Panda and Flumbo are the essential bedmates with all the answers and all the love to make up for anything that goes missing during the day...
Mariam and Henry Down the Aisle!
It was such a joy to photograph Mariam and Henry's special day with the extraordinarily beautiful coptic ceremony at the centerpiece. One of the most touching moments was the song that Henry and Mariam sang to one another at the reception. I'm looking forward to putting together the audio slideshow and the album and to seeing this beautiful couple flourish in the world with all the healing work they do.
Sarah and Jeremy Get Married!
It was so fun being the photographer for Sarah and Jeremy's wedding because both of them just glowed, and their friends and family were wonderful. A gorgeous day!
