I’m a pet photographer based in Brisbane, Australia, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with local dog and animal rescues to provide photography for adoptive dogs.
Each year, the number of dogs in need of new homes continues to grow, and social media is often overwhelmed with cellphone photos of these animals seeking families. With so many posts, many dogs can get lost and overlooked, especially those who might not immediately stand out.
My goal is to create photos that capture the unique personalities of each dog, whether they’re shy, spirited, or playful. By highlighting what makes each dog special, I aim to make them stand out and increase their chances of finding a loving home. I’m proud to see that this approach has been very effective.
#1 Jack
Jack was incredibly smart and energetic, so he needed an owner who could match his enthusiasm. Thankfully, he found the perfect match!
Even though pet photography is gaining popularity, people are often surprised when I tell them it’s what I do for a living. The story of how I got into photography, including pet photography, is a bit unusual.
I had owned a camera for years and took occasional snapshots for fun, but I hadn’t developed a strong passion for it. However, everything changed when I came home one day to find my house had been robbed—and among the stolen items was my camera, which had been sitting unused.
#2
This little guy was the calmest of a lively litter of seven.
#3 Fergus
Fergus and his brother Duke were rescued from dire conditions, and their photos—showing them tied up and emaciated—went viral. With some love and proper care, Fergus transformed into a healthy, happy pup.
As for my photography journey, after my camera was stolen, I replaced it with the exact same model. For reasons I can’t quite explain, I became deeply immersed in photography, spending my free time taking landscape photos. This eventually led to event photography, but after countless encounters with people asking for drunken photos, I knew I needed a change. I realized I wanted to spend time with dogs, so I came up with the idea of combining my love for dogs with photography. It turned out to be a fantastic decision, and now I have what feels like the perfect job for any dog lover.
#4 Benji
Benji was a lovable goofball with a talent for making the funniest faces you’d ever see from a floppy-faced dog.
#5 Duke
You wouldn’t believe the state Duke was in when he was rescued by Dare Inc. The photos of him, emaciated and chained up under the stairs, quickly went viral online.
I absolutely love photographing people’s furry best friends and getting to meet and capture so many different breeds and personalities. However, I’m also aware that many dogs in need of homes don’t always get the exposure they deserve.
As a rescue dog owner myself, I follow numerous independent rescues online and know that adoption photos often fall short. This isn’t a criticism of the rescue groups—they do incredible work and sacrifice so much to help dogs in need. But I realized that if I could bring these dogs into the studio and show them some love, I could create compelling images for their adoption profiles that might help them stand out and find their forever homes.
#6 Toby
Toby was one of the first dogs I ever photographed, and I was so taken with him that I seriously considered adopting him myself. It was a clear sign of my ongoing challenge to resist the urge to adopt every dog I meet.
#7 Ladybug
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#9 Olive
#10 Rosie
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#12 Zumi
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#16 Odie
Mr. Serious, also known as Odie, was a gentle giant who simply wanted affection. It took just two minutes of meeting him to see how impossible it was not to fall in love with him.
