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Kicking off 2017 volunteering at the SPCA of Wake County

As I popped my memory card into my computer last weekend, I realized it was time to start a brand new folder for my SPCA of Wake County photos.  2017!  It always excited to start a new year and look back at the same time.  2017 will mark my SEVENTH year volunteering...

WRAL Raleigh Christmas Parade 2016 – Shop Local Raleigh

Shop Local Raleigh asked me to photograph this year's WRAL Raleigh Christmas Parade.  I am proud to be a member of the group that supports and promotes small, locally-owned businesses in Raleigh.  The parade was November 22nd, 2016 and the weather could not have been...

Suzie – Senior pet photo session

Suzie – Senior pet photo session

It only takes a second to fall in love.  Which certainly is the magical thing about pets!  No matter how much time we have with them, they fill our hearts and homes and always leave a hole when it's their time to say goodbye. Tori and Suzie thankfully had about 16...

Daisy and Ella – North Raleigh Pet Photographer

Daisy and Ella – North Raleigh Pet Photographer

Daisy is the strong, silent type while Ella is small and sassy.  Mikki and Hector lost their sweet mastiff Otis unexpectedly this winter.  After some time, they were ready to adopt again and rescued Daisy.  Daisy is a sweet three-year-old English Mastiff with adorable...

Bark for Beagles Fundraiser at Trophy Brewing

Bark for Beagles Fundraiser at Trophy Brewing

I think it was the hottest day of the year, but all the more kudos to the volunteers and people who came out to Trophy Brewing on Maywood in Raleigh this weekend to support the Triangle Beagle Rescue of North Carolina.  Bark, Raleigh's first bar and dog park (in the...

Abby – Raleigh Rat Terrier

Abby – Raleigh Rat Terrier

The best way to describe Abby is just how her mom Nicole describes her.  "Abby is the sweetest old girl and, until recently, nobody believed she was 12 because of how spry she was. Now she has the 'I'm old and will do what I want' attitude and I love it."  That about...

Banner the Dachshund puppy in Raleigh

When an email comes in asking to photograph a 12-week-old puppy...there is a guaranteed "happy dance" by me!  Especially when it would be my second puppy photo session in ONE week!  Puppies are always a sure bet on cuteness, but when I saw him in person, I squealed!...

Adoptable dogs, cats and bunnies at the SPCA of Wake County

Adoptable dogs, cats and bunnies at the SPCA of Wake County

Volunteering at the SPCA of Wake County is a major bright spot in my life.  I feel at home and can't stop smiling when I get to visit and photography such wonderful animals.  I don't always get to post the photos to the blog, but you can always find images of...

Wedgie the Pug Puppy in Raleigh

If there was ever THE most perfect name for a pug, Wedgie is certainly it!  Hannah and Chris welcomed their pug puppy Wedgie to their family this spring. They knew he was "the one" because of his perfect wrinkles Hannah told me.  These two NC State fans were ready to...

The Edwards Family – Historic Yates Mill

It is very rare that I have a photo session these days that doesn't involve a furry family member.  Steve gifted his wife with a session for Christmas and we were able to take advantage of the remaining fall colors at Historic Yates Mill to capture this sweet family!...