Posted on November 30, 2016 in Fall, Landscape, Nature
Last week I posted a sunrise image that I shot while on my way to The National Dog Show. Here’s the link http://betsydallasphoto.com/WordPressNew/?p=12780
It featured layers of trees and rolling hills shrouded in early morning fog. The scene above was what I saw when I turned around and looked to where the sun was rising over the farms behind me. The sky was glowing and there was fog here as well – just settling in behind the trees. In the foreground there were several different types of grasses which, due to the long lens I was using, are out of focus. I would love your constructive criticism on this image. I’m struggling with it a bit. I think I would prefer if the grass was not in the foreground, however, there was no way to avoid that given my vantage point. Your thoughts?
Posted on November 29, 2016 in Animals, Dog Show Photography, Dogs, Herding Group, Pet Photography
Here’s a breed that you may not see every day at the park … the Bergamasco. This breed is a herding dog with three different types of hair. The flocks or loose mats that cover the dog’s body protect it from predators and weather. Such a fun dog to watch in the show ring … and probably everywhere else for that matter!
Posted on November 28, 2016 in Animals, Dog Show Photography, Dogs, Pet Photography, Sporting Group
Reserve Best in Show (which wasn’t shown on TV) at The National Dog Show Presented by Purina went to English Springer Spaniel, “Timmy” (GCh Cerise Blindside) with handler Howard Huber, Jr. From my observation, Timmy apparently loves to give kisses! If anyone has a particular breed that they would like to see, let me know and I’ll check my photos from the show and post your favorites!
Posted on November 27, 2016 in Landscape
A dusting of snow would be a nice addition to this scene at the Christmas tree farm. When I was little and we had a real tree, our family purchased it at a local outdoor lot where the trees were already cut, bundled and ready to go. Every time I pass a lot with the bright light bulbs overhead and trees lined up, I think of dad and I going out to pick a tree while mom was at home getting all of the ornaments ready for decorating. It was usually a Sunday afternoon and when we got home, dad would make sure the tree wasn’t too tall for the living room and then he would anchor it to the wall so it wouldn’t fall over. Then mom and I spent the rest of the day decorating while dad watched football. In the evening, dad would set up the train and I added the village around it. Our display was complete!
Posted on November 26, 2016 in Animals, Dog Show Photography, Dogs, Pet Photography, Working Group
The National Dog Show Presented by Purina will re-air tonight (Saturday, 11/26/16) on NBC. Check local listings for the time in your area. Here’s a photo of the beautiful Bernese Mountain Dog in the Group Judging. Each and every group winner is shown on TV via the “steady-cam” – a hand held camera that is at the dog’s level for a great close up! Unfortunately the individual judging of each dog isn’t seen on TV due to time constraints. You can view the judging of each breed online here: http://www.nbcsports.com/dog-show