Posted on January 19, 2010
We’ve all seen the heartbreaking videos of the destruction in Haiti this last week. It’s so sad. So horrible. I keep wanting to help, but didn’t know how until now. I’ve decided to donate 50% of all session fees in February to Haiti. Specifically the children of Haiti. There is a wonderful organization called Three Angels Children’s Relief that has helped so many over the years. They have an orphanage, a school and a clinic. As I’m sure you can imagine, they are overwhelmed. The facility is only 7 miles from the epicenter.
Sessions are first come first serve and have already started filling up. Your family portrait session can help another family from Haiti start rebuilding their lives and making new memories.
Together we can make a difference.
Chose from a full session ($250):
• pre-session consultation (by phone, email or in person)
• your choice of location (Single spot)
• up to four people/pets ($35 for each additional person/pet)
• up to 65 gorgeous professionally edited images to select from
• private online gallery for two weeks
• prints and products purchased a la carte
or a mini session($150):
• pre-session consultation (by phone, email or in person)
• your choice of location (Single spot)
• up to 2 people/pets ($35 for each additional person/pet)
• up to 20 gorgeous professionally edited images to select from
• private online gallery for two weeks
• prints and products purchased a la carte
Posted on December 10, 2009
I don’t think I have to tell you that times are tough. Things are getting better for sure, but for new and grass root rescues it’s just not fast enough. As you know, I volunteer my time, my photography, sometimes my home (when the husband agrees! LOL) to many dog organizations. Recently Barks of Love has been top on my list. Remember the pumpkin patch photos? (LOVE THEM) And the calendar? (which, by the way is still on sale!)
Barks of Love is a true grass roots rescue organization. The wonderful group of guys and gals work tirelessly to place dogs in homes. Sometimes, their hearts are too big though. (Not a bad thing!!!) In the past few months, so many dogs have been turned into the shelters in and around Los Angeles. Some of them from good homes that have run into hard times. Some from abusive situations. Some just strays that knew whose yard to wander into.
I seriously don’t know how they do it. Walk into a shelter that is full to capacity. (and full means, in most cases HUNDREDS of homeless dogs.) There to pick up only one dog. All eyes on them, pleading to be rescued too. But the one thing that gets in the way is not enough money. No money to save those sweet dogs. So the only other option for many is to be put to sleep.
Anyway, one of the gals from the rescue shared with me their dire situation. They need a little extra help this month because their hearts are too big. (she didn’t say that! LOL But I do!) So, if you have an extra 10 bucks or 20 bucks please donate to Barks Of Love. It’s fully tax deductible.
AND….if you were planning on getting me a Christmas present, skip it and make a donation instead. Seriously. I have everything I need. These dogs don’t. 
Thank you very much! I know the dogs will appreciate it and the team at Barks Of Love will too!
Posted on November 24, 2009
Hurry get yours now! Great holiday gift for everyone in your office! For your vet. Your dog groomer. Everyone who loves dogs. 100% of the proceeds will go to help a needy dog. Help Barks Of Love save more dogs in 2010!
Posted on November 22, 2009
Big, goofy, happy Duke! What a love bug. I am SO EXCITED to photograph him and his mama this coming weekend. You must come back to see the photos. I haven’t taken them yet, but he is so handsome and his mama is so cute, I know they are going to be fantastic. We’ll be shooting in Old Town Orange which is the coolest town ever. If you haven’t been there you need to visit. It’s like a town right out of the 50’s. Love it!
Posted on November 21, 2009
The gorgeous Shilo. I wonder what she found so funny! She is cracking up! I love doggie smiles!
Posted on November 20, 2009
Danielle will also be VERY happy Olive made the cut. Another very sad tale, but with a very happy ending thanks to Barks Of Love and Danielle. Leave her story in the comments like you did for Brody. And if Olive’s new family is reading, give us an update on how she is doing!
{I just got this before photo of sweet Olive. Her original name was “All Love” 
but Danielle 
realized it was easier to just call her Olive. LOL This poor girl started out her life in the most horrible way. All you have to do is look at this shelter photo of her. Can you believe someone would do this to a dog? On purpose?!!??Thank you Danielle for saving this sweet girl!}
Posted on November 18, 2009
Indigo the gorgeous pitty with the gigantic smile. So sweet. I love her. Look for her in an up coming article by the very talented Kyra Kirkwood.
Posted on November 17, 2009
Another favorite of mine. I love when I capture dog tongues in action. 
Look how gorgeous those eyes are!
Posted on November 16, 2009
This little guy would do anything for food. Another pup still looking for his forever home. You can contact Barks Of Love to inquire about any of these dogs.
Posted on November 15, 2009
I know someone (Danielle!!) who will be so happy Mr. Brody made the calendar. She is hoping he will make the cover. A little birdie told me that just might happen.
Danielle, if you would, please….give the details of his story in the comments section so everyone can read about this wonderful boy. (Who, by the way, is still looking for his forever home)
