News and musings of Fine art pet photographer Laurie Meehan-Elmer based in Tampa Bay area, Florida
I recently had a request from a client to photograph her Dalmatian puppy (named Gator) on a fire engine at the local fire station. How could I possibly resist? It sounded like a fun shoot but I had a few concerns. Unlike a studio session where most variables are controllable, location shoots present exciting but...
These are great photos! Gator’s mom is my sister-in-law and she forwarded the link to your site. He’s such a beautiful, happy pup and these pictures capture his true character.March 17, 2009 – 5:50 pm
That’s my nephew!
He is too cute!March 17, 2009 – 8:22 pm
Hi Freddy and Cyndi!
What an adorable dog Gator is!
Mark’s friend,
KellyMarch 17, 2009 – 8:24 pm
Oh my! What lovely photos! I own Gator’s dad, Ian and Gator looks so much like Ian at this age. Ian has the same sensible, eager-to-please personality. It made him a wonderful showdog and is helping him succeed as a service dog for his new owner Dan Beresford (www.woodwynd.com/beresford.html)March 17, 2009 – 9:12 pm
Kudos to the photographer, and of course to my nephew, Gator! Great job.March 18, 2009 – 6:22 am
Thanks to all for stopping by! This really was a fun shoot. I should have all of Gator’s photos posted in a proof set in the next day or two. Hopefully Cyndy will forward the password to you so you can see the full set. Gator is quite the ham!
Mary Lynn, It was nice to see Gator’s dad Ian. What a great story. I’m sure Dan is thrilled to have him!March 18, 2009 – 10:31 am
I can’t express how happy I am with the photo shoot. Laurie is an amazing photographer, Sarah her assistant was fantastic with Gator (and his humans)and Captain Thompson was so kind and accommodating to all of us. I’m so glad he was willing to pose with our Dalmatian puppy. I can’t thank him enough. I believe it’s the favorite of many people, from the feedback I’ve gotten, and I have to agree. My thanks to all. I’d also like to thank everyone for the kind comments and Mary-Lynn for sharing Ian’s story. Gator comes from great stock and it shows.March 18, 2009 – 8:58 pm
Cyndy, I’m so happy you’re happy with the photos!
Mary Lynn, Thanks pointing out my spelling faux pas. I think I’ve corrected everything. I really need to stop posting in the wee hours of the morningMarch 19, 2009 – 1:28 pm
What beautiful pictures! My Ch. Snow Hill’s Wall St BrierPatch and Ch Woodwynd Vueve Clicquot certianly turned out to be an excellent breeding. Seven beautiful pups, Gator certianly a wonderful example and quite a showman! The boy I kept, Wall St. Woodwynd’s Morgan, a beautiful liver male, also has a wonderful, outgoing disposition as did all the pups in this litter. But, that is no surprise as the Dam, Brier, as well as their Sire, Ian, are themselves very outgoing Dalmatians. Brier has also worked with me with severely handicapped individuals. She is always gentle with them cuddling close so she can be touched/petted as many have little ability to reach out. Brier has brought smiles to many. I believe Morgan will do the same.March 19, 2009 – 2:48 pm
NOt even sure HOW I stumbled across your website, but I am so glad that I did. I am trying to branch out a bit more into the dog world of portrait photography, and boy is your work inspiring! Still cannot imagine HOW you were able to light that first shot properly with no reflection! Fantastic work…..what an adorable little pup!March 20, 2009 – 10:51 pm
So glad I checked your site today. These are phenomenal photos. The dog is really playful and photogenic. Are all pups? They do all seem to be quite wonderful. Love the red contrast w/ the black & white. Really great work.March 23, 2009 – 3:26 pm
What an adorable puppy is Gator! The photographer has certainly captured personality and energy. I can’t wait to see Gator walking around the neighborhood with his masters. He is going to attract a lot of attention. VickyApril 11, 2009 – 11:09 am
Beautiful pictures of my walking buddy, Gator. I am familiar with the Lealman fire department and they do have a great bunch of guys.July 17, 2009 – 7:52 am
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