Posted on June 5, 2017 in Animals, Dogs, Pet Photography, Sports
I spent the weekend photographing the Keystone Dock Dogs at Steel Stacks in Bethlehem, Pa. What a fun time for all, but most especially for the dogs who obviously LOVE dock diving! I will share some favorite images and stories to go along with them. I’m a novice at dock dog photography and I still struggle with focus and keeping up with these fast moving dogs! Most of my “splash” images are all water and no dog, but this one I just love! The pup just landed in the pool and is still focused on trying to catch the ball! Pure drive and determination! Oh and those ears!!!!
Posted on May 21, 2017 in Animals, Dogs, Pet Photography
Say hello to Tuesday (left) and Tuna (right) – two of ECAD’s (Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities) finest service dogs. If there were 100 Golden Retriever’s standing in front of me, I could pick out Tuesday in a second because of his wonderful doggie smile! He is such a happy dog and one who has totally stolen my heart over the last 3 years!
Posted on May 10, 2017 in Animals, Dogs, People
There were many hugs and lots of tears as we celebrated the life of Luis Carlos Montalvan at Pace University on Sunday. The best hug of all was from Luis’ best friend, Tuesday! This sweet boy melts my heart!
Posted on May 9, 2017 in Animals, Birds, Dogs
Sunday was a difficult day to say the least. I traveled to Pleasantville, NY to attend and photograph the Celebration of Life event held in memory of Luis Carlos Montalvan who passed away in December, 2016. After 17 years serving our country in the military, Luis suffered from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and other injuries sustained during his time of service. His beloved service dog, Tuesday, was his best friend. Tuesday is now in the loving care of the organization that trained him to assist Luis – ECAD (Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities). At the end of Sunday’s event, everyone went outside and Tuesday assisted with a release of white doves. Watching Tuesday look to the sky and watch the birds was so emotional. Luis’ latest book – “Tuesday’s Promise” – was released today. My copy just arrived in the mail and I’m anxious to begin to read the last chapter of the love story of Luis and Tuesday. I know that I will be crying.
Posted on April 3, 2017 in Animals, Dogs, Nature, People, Seascape, Soft Focus
What could be more perfect than spending a day along the water’s edge with your best friend … and having the entire beach to yourselves?