On the Road!

A week today I'll be a little more South and hopefully enjoying some much needed spring weather! Along with this lovely trip to Virginia to see a great friend will be the privilege of photographing a Great Dane named Arch! I am very excited for this photo session and will update all of you from the warmer temperatures during the trip. Just to keep it real! HA!

Another day at WAG

Keep posted to get a sneak peak to another creative photo session at the Glebe's favorite pet hang out, Wag Doggin it Cafe. Details are being finalized and this time I'll make sure to get everyone in the loop sooner than later. Thanks to all of you who have supported WAG and our photo sessions and for those who have missed out, you'll need to make sure you check back for this one.....it's going to be a real fun time.

Just to keep our lovely thoughts on the weather that is coming soon, here is one of my favorite clients and her beauties on the beach. Hang on Ottawa only 5 more weeks of -23 c.......... but till then, here is some sand for oyu to sink your feet into! This page is from the book of Gabby, Tinkerbelle and Doc. A truly wonderful family that have become a part of mine!

Cheers
Sue

Bow WOW

It has been a fabulous summer and I cannot believe the time has gone by so quickly. Over the summer I have attended some great events and met some wonderful dogs and owners. I really appreciate the time you spent checking out the products at my booth and saying hello!

I love to meet people and chat about their favorite subjects......their dogs. Every dog has a distinct personality & traits that I treasure during photo sessions. As well thank you to all of you who have mentioned your loyalty to reviewing my blog and keeping up with what's going on.

I have crossed paths with some wonderful dogs and thought a small gallery of images would be a great blogger item. So a toast to a wonderful summer of images and capturing the personalities of some great canines from Ottawa, Montreal & Toronto.



And a special toast to those dogs who have taken their path to the rainbow bridge, although they may not be here to fetch that stick, kong or chase the squirell anymore, I am comforted that my images have allowed to keep their spirit alive for you who miss them so dearly.

Thank you once again for allowing me to be a part of the special bond that you and your dogs have. I wish I could add more, but I am in Dial up hell and I can only post so many at one time! One day I'll have high speed! LOL!

sue

Dog days of Summer News

It has been a steady summer with photo sessions in Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal. I have met some wonderful dogs with great names like: Monty, Hoyo, Remus, Tak and Timmie to name a few. Their dog books are turning out wonderful and I am very excited to see them coming in soon.

Check out www.pamperedpuppy.com as of July 1st for an article on URBAN dog photog.

B.A.R.K. is holding a new event for all us that love to support saving and helping dogs. The first annual Pooches Picnic is set for August 26 in the Arboretum. Check out the info here B.A.R.K. I am working with Sharon to get as many vendors as possible at this event, so if you are interested in being a vendor please contact Sharon at smckeil@primus.ca

Their Annual fundraiser in May was a huge success! B.A.R.K.'S 6th Annual "Woofs and Wags" Walkathon was an overwhelming success. We raised $55,000. We had about 700 people walking, great prizes and a lot of fun at the BBQ after the walk. Partnering with the Ottawa Sun brought in many more people through increased advertising and much work from their PR people to heighten awareness of abused abandoned dogs.The Sun provided a trophy for the team collecting the most money which was won by the Katrina Dog Team that raised over $4000. headed by Gloria Baggs. Gloria heads Catahouls rescue in Eastern Ontario and she recruited many of her "Houla" people to help the team. Next year we plan to make her a new signthat says "Kats and Houlas". And just an update that the photos will be sent out this week as they are at the printer as of today! There were over 200 dogs photographed so thank you for your patience in getting your 5x7's!

Calendars
so for all of you who have pre-ordered or inquired, we are getting closer. The designing of each page has taken a lot longer than I had anticipated, but we are so close to final production. As soon as I have them in my hands I will post and contact you immeditely! I am really excited that this calendar will be a great tool for raising funds for the PAWS for Charity group and our efforts in raising funds for breast cancer research.

Lick for Life July 28th
I'll be hosting another Lick for Life event at WAG Doggin it Cafe on Bank Street on July 28th. This is a great way to get a shot of your dog in a pose that you commonly see and laugh at, but may have never captured before! In support of a great company called Lifestream www.animalbloodbank.ca Sign up sheets ill be available soon. Visit Wag to find out more information and see a sample image from previous sessions.

Spring Fever!

Well it has been a crazy spring and it continues to get even more busy! March was a great month with a great trip to Vegas for a great workshop with one of the world's top wedding photographers, Bambi Cantrell and the WPPI. I had a blast and refreshed my shooting skills at the same time! I have a list of events that have happened or are about to! Hope to see you there!

Thursday April 19th
Timmie Doggie Outfitters
Toronto Ontario Canada
A great store at 867 Queen St. W. that has now opened a Spa for doggies. For the grand opening, owners Paul and George held a little photo exhibit of four dog photographers. So have a peek and visit the store to check out the photos I have hanging on the walls of the Spa!

Saturday April 28th
Pet Lovers Expo
Merickville Ontario
Come and visit my booth at the Pet Lover's Expo where I will be showcasing my photography and the books that you can have made from your own dog's photo session. Hope to see you there!


Sunday MAY 6
6th Annual Woof and Wags walkathon

What a great day to spend at the arboretum while raising money for a great group. I'll be set up at the event to help B.A.R.K. out for the day. Come by the booth and say hello. See you there!

Stay tuned for events this May!

Dog Books : coffee table books featuring your dog
These are one of a kind, published and bound hard covered books featuring images captured during a two hour photo session at your dogs home. Each book is designed with your loyal canine in mind, capturing their personality and quarky habits for you to remember for years. For many clients, the book photo session came just in time as they lost their beloved dogs due to illness or old age. Gift certificates available, email for package options and prices birdpix@sympatico.ca



CARDS $6.50 (tx+SHP/HND= $9.00)
Thought I would finally add some photos of some of the dog greeting cards that I have created, with sayings like "with sympathy, I am so sorry, from the bottom of my heart." Each card features an archival print from my growing collection of dog photography. With a wide selection of colors and funky envelopes, it will certainly add a special touch for someone who has lost a beloved canine.



Hope you enjoy.
Suzanne