The 3 Times in Your Dog’s Life They Need Professional Photos

There are 3 times in your dog’s life when professional photos are a must.Sure, I’ll tell you that every year (and each season!) is a perfect excuse for portraits—because honestly, you’ll never regret having more memories. But if we’re talking about the big milestones, there are three stages you don’t want to miss. Puppyhood Honestly? You should photograph your puppy at least three times: 8–12 weeks, 6 months, and 1 year. (At minimum, twice—especially for rescue pups where those early weeks might be missed.) From the tiny-pawed, shark-toothed chaos at 8 weeks to the lanky teen stage and finally to […]

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What You’ll Get from a Short & Sweet Session

Short & Sweet Sessions are designed to be fast, fun, and full of personality — and the best part? You walk away with a small collection of stunning images of your pup in a mere 20 mins! But don’t just take my word for it… here’s a peek at what past sessions have looked like. Past Short & Sweets at Theo Wirth – Twin Cities Theo Wirth is ginormous! I haven’t quite decided where we will be setting up but it could involve rustic trails through woods and marshy areas, the epic orange tree, a quaint bridge over a little

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What is Pattern in Dog Photography? A Look at Composition Techniques

What is pattern in photography anyway? A pattern, especially in dog photography, is the repetition of elements within the frame of the image. The elements can be the same object or color or similar objects. As long as they repeat in some manner, they create a pattern.  Here are some examples of patterns you might find: Brick walls Cobblestone or paver paths Wood floors Stairs Fences The easiest way to find patterns is to simply take a stroll. Urban environments will be heavily laden with patterns. Observe the walls that make the buildings, the surface below your feet, the slates

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Being a dog lover in your GENES!

That’s right! Being a dog lover is rooted deep in your genes.  This could be possibly broken down into multiple aspects:– love dogs, would always own– like dogs, wouldn’t own– don’t like dogs, wouldn’t own Not sure where cat people (and cat people who own dogs) would fall into the mix.  Perhaps this also lends towards which breeds/types of dogs you prefer and size thresholds you enjoy. There are terrier people, herding people, companion dog people, people who prefer big dogs, people who prefer medium or small dogs, others prefer dogs with long coats, fluffy coats, or short coats. There

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How to Photograph Shy or Fearful Dogs: Tips for Stress-Free, Beautiful Photos

Not every dog bounds into a photo session with tail wags and kisses. Some are a little shy, cautious, or even downright nervous when the camera comes out. If that sounds like your pup, it doesn’t mean you can’t get beautiful, personality-filled photos. The good news? With the right techniques (and a photographer who understands dog behavior), even the most hesitant pups can shine in front of the camera. My own dog, Blue, is a total sweetheart with his inner circle. But strangers? Not his favorite (and he’ll tell you about it). So trust me when I say—I know what

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