Harper Lee and Jane Austen

Harper Lee and Jane Austen

If you know that slightest thing about literature, you'll get a kick out of Harper Lee and Jane Austen's names. I mean, how adorable is that clever combo?

Believe it or not, Harper Lee is actually a happy, goofy, white Goldendoodle while Jane Austen is a tiny, squirmy King Charles puppy. Together, they are just plain ol' adorable.

We spent their pet portrait session hanging out on their porch and backyard. I was told they spend countless hours propped up on the half-wall of the patio just staring out at Lake Norman while... (click on the image above to continue reading)

Windi & Crickett Beach Session

Windi & Crickett Beach Session

Last week I introduced you to Windi and Crickett - two pretty cool and fun Shelties that spend their time as therapy dogs in the children's hospital. A couple weeks after our session, we took a day-trip with their mom to Folly Beach, SC. Their mom has spent quite a bit of time down there and she volunteered to show me around so I could be more prepared for my upcoming beach sessions.

I've done a number of sessions at the beach but on this particular day, the wind was seriously CRAZY! We tried to keep the pups out of the blowing sand but they didn't seem to... (click on the image above to continue reading)

Zena & Lucy

Zena & Lucy

Zena and Lucy are two little cuddlebugs that flaunted their best head tilts for the camera a couple weeks ago. 

Zena, the white Maltese, was so interested in the funny sounds coming from my mouth. She looked at the camera so inquisitively and I had a great time capturing some of those funny expressions. Lucy on the other hand, had me figured out. She knew if she... (click on the image above to continue reading)

Windi and Crickett

Windi and Crickett

I've had a nice run of clients with pretty amazing and talented dogs. The latest pair are Windi and Crickett - two little Shelties with a gift for working with children. They are both therapy dogs that comfort children in the hospital. I like to imagine the huge smiles that come over the kids' faces when these tiny fluff balls come in the room. Nothing like doggie kisses to make you... (click on the image above to continue reading)

Lacy

Lacy

Lacy's photo shoot was the best kind of Angel Session. She wasn't leaving this Earth. In fact, she was about to go off to her forever home as a service and protection dog. Her mom and trainer of four years wanted to document the love she has for this amazing dog before her very hard goodbye just days after our shoot. That was four years of teaching, practicing, perfecting skills. Oh, and that came with a huge side of compassion and love. And I could see why right away... (click on the image above to continue reading)

Karma

Karma

I tell you what. I think dogs are absolutely gorgeous and special animals. However, Karma here knows he's extra fabulous! He is a German Shorthair Pointer that can frequently be seen in the show ring. In fact, after our session together, I went to one of his shows and he won Best of Breed right then and there! Right?!?!?!

Karma's mom spends a great deal of time with him...working on structure, core, agility, etc. She taught me so much during our chats and I feel... (click on the image above to continue reading)

Rylee, Chloe, and Zoey

Rylee, Chloe, and Zoey

It is such an honor to have a client come back to use my services again. It means more to me than anything and I can't thank my repeat clients enough. It's especially meaningful when the main goal of the repeat session is to announce a major event in their lives!

I photographed Rylee, Chloe, and Zoey's a couple years ago. Since then, their parents have gotten married and...wait for it... (click on the image above to continue reading)

Simba

Simba

Ooooooh, Simba. You are such a handsome happy-faced boy! 

Simba's session took place on a very hot day (like there have been any cool ones lately?). But as long as I had his toy, he wasn't walking away to go inside to cool off. Haha! In fact, we had to hide his toy a couple times just so he would go in to take a break!

This bouncy boy loved running around his backyard, giving me smiles, and chasing his beloved toy. Some of the action shots were cracking me up with his... (click on the image above to continue reading)

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I’m a total sucker for dogs with human names. No lie. This is Kevin and the name alone made me a fan before we even met. 😂 And when he doesn’t listen or is a naughty boy, he definitely hears “KEVIN” called urgently in homage
Tongue out, ears floppin’, running free, and sand dusting her nose. 🐶 Meet Sora…the goofy, smart Rottie living her best life on a special trip to Tucson to celebrate her mom’s birthday. Is the AirBnB dog friendly? ✅ Does the resta
“hi i’M pEneLoPe anD I’m aN eXpeRt At fiTtiNg unDeR beDs, rUnniNg fRoM SpOoNs cLaNkiNg tOo loUD oN boWLs, aNd MaKinG mYseLf iNtO a BagEL.”
Did you know that marshmallows were furry?!? And they could FLY?!? 🤯🤯🤯 Wrapping up Loki’s huge gallery and just HAD to share her GETTING AFTER IT!!!!
Fur families that adventure together stay together. 🧡 **A pet portrait session is the perfect present for the dog lover in your life! Contact me if you’re interested in a gift certificate this holiday season!**
Isn’t our desert so beautiful and majestic?!? Add a pup as handsome as Teddy in the mix and you got yourself something dreams are made of! 🐶🌵
Cuddles? Meh. Tummy rubs? Meh. Treats? Meh. Ball? OH HELL YEAH!!!!! 🎾🎾🎾🎾🎾
“Excuse me…comin’ through! I heard there were some stinky treats up there!”

Sarah McGraw is a professional pet photographer based in Phoenix, AZ. I specialize in natural, candid-style dog, cat, and pet portraits taken on-location for private and commercial clients. Serving the Phoenix, AZ metro area (Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Fountain Hills, Glendale, Peoria, and Queen Creek), Tucson, Prescott, and Flagstaff. Available for Nationwide travel.

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