A chance to meet & talk!
Bark & Fitz
Sunday January 27th
10-4

Remember this Sunday is the meet n greet where you can come by Bark & Fitz on Richmond Rd in Westboro, near Mountain Equipment co-op and check out some of my new photos hanging on display. We can also chat about any upcoming photo sessions. There is a special in-store booking special for Sunday. Book a Book session and receive an extra 5x5 "brag book" along with the 7x7 hard covered coffee table book. These brag books are a great size for a purse or pocket and give you the ultimate bragging rights about your perfect pet!

Westfest revived!
Included on the walls of Bark and Fitz is this poster I designed that includes all the dogs I photographed for westfest in 2006, I was unable to make it to Westfest in 2007 and so it was a great surprise when owner of Bark and Fitz Ottawa Lynne Grandmaitre reminded me of this file from the 2006 archives. I love the personalities of each dog! I felt it had a touch of spring to it...... and we could use a little of that right now !

Sue

Many of my clients know that I support many organizations that work to better the treatment, the rescue and provide excellent care to animals. I have been very fortunate to have some incredible friends who have worked to make a difference in the lives of the Galgos, regularly donating medical supplies, coats and collars. After seeing some of the most horrific treatment on Galgos, I am drawn to this quote:

"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way in which it treats it's animals". ~ Ghandi

It is always a shock when I see some of the images coming from Europe through some of my sources, concerning the mis-treatment of these animals. I urge you to open your eyes to some of these images and sign the petition and make a stand. If everyone thinks only "one" signature won't make a difference, then there won't be change.


This was recently sent to me in an email:

IN A FEW DAYS THE HANGING HORROR WILL BEGIN, ABANDON AND CRUELTY FOR THESE ANIMALS.

PLEASE TAKE 5 MINUTES OF YOUR TIME AND READ THIS LETTER OF…..
SIGN TO BAN THE HUNTING WITH GREYHOUND-GALGO.....WE WANT TO GET THOUSAND AND THOUSAND OF SIGNATURES, AND BE HEARD ONCE AND FOR ALL.........WRITE DOWN YOUR COMMENTS, AND PASS IT TO ALL YOUR CONTACTS, AND THESE CONTACTS TO ALL THEIR CONTACTS, WE ARE AT ELECTIONS TIME...............WISH BY FIGHTING ALL TOGETHER WE CAN DO IT.


THE HUNTING SEASON IS COMING TO AN END…. DON’T FORGET AND MAKE THIS LETTER RUN AS FAST AS THE WIND.

THANK YOU SO MUCH…… THEY WILL BE SO GRATEFUL.
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/679061315

Sue

BARK & FITZ
Westboro, Ottawa
Richmond Road Sunday January 27th 10-4pm


On Sunday January 27th I will be meeting and greeting anyone who comes out to the BARK & FITZ store between 10 and 4pm. This is a chance for me to chat and meet anyone who has questions about their future Spring & Summer photo sessions.

In fact, I am having a special that day. Book a Book session and you will receive an extra free hard covered 5x5 brag book as part of your package! These great brag books are the talk of the town when you pull them out of your purse (or back pocket)! Imagine the buzz having your very own published book of you & your dog!

Owner Lynne Grandmaitre of Bark & Fitz is hosting a month long exhibit of some of my new work as well. Featured in the store are a collection of previous published clients books, new prints and a slide show featuring photos never featured before.

I would love to meet you and your loyal companions, so come on out with your coffee in hand and say hello!


Cheers
Sue

Welcome 2008!

A very big thank you to all of the clients who made 2007 a fantastic year. It was great to meet so many incredible dogs an owners who's passion for the love of their companions inspires me to capture that special bond every time! I am very lucky to have created a special bond with each of you and I cherish the relationships that we have created despite the loss of our furry friends.

There was some great events including Lick for Life bringing awareness to Lifestream, A Kingston based animal blood bank organization in it's start-up phase. The girls of Paws for Charity were able to raise over $1500 for the Canadian Cancer Society and breast cancer research, a huge thank you to all of the clients who purchased copies of my new 2 year perPETual calendar, with a total of $144 dollars from the sales of the calendar from October to December! Dewey beach was a fantastic trip this year with beautiful weather and lots of waves to swim in! Did I mention that this trip is in October and yes we were swimming! BARK had some great events that we were a part of. This organization does wonderful work helping rescue dogs out of some of the most horrific situations. And they helped me find Chilly, my wacky little terrier.....or so we think is a terrier? This little ball of fire has added a huge element of laughter, love and loyalty that my two girls aged 2 and 5 have cherished. What a wonderful gift to teach children. Future rescue and animal activists for sure!

I really feel so lucky to have met and been a part of capturing memories for the souls who have followed their journey to Rainbow Bridge. Each one of these animals has touched my heart and I have been so privileged to have captured their spirits and keep the memories alive for their special owners.

A year in review is always a huge task and so I'll leave this post with a new start, late in the fall I had the opportunity to capture a new type of client! Harry the CAT! What a stunning little soul! Eyes that rip right through to your heart! Here is a sneak peak of some of the great images we captured of Harry.........

So yes, we are now accepting commissions for our furry feline friends as well!

So my new years resolution...........to blog more frequently. That's for you Aunt Sue! LOL!

Cheers
Suzanne