In this blog, I talk openly about the pressure dog photographers feel to be everywhere on social media — Instagram, TikTok, Facebook — and why most of it doesn’t translate into real clients. I share what actually works, what doesn’t, and why local engagement will always beat vanity metrics. I’d love to hear your own experiences too, so feel free to join the conversation at the end.

Some photo sessions go far beyond photography. This one wasn’t about perfect lighting or poses — it was about love, loss, and the power of memory. When a couple drove two hours so I could photograph their beloved dog, Brie, I knew it would be a session I’d never forget. What followed was one of the most emotional shoots I’ve ever done — filled with tears, quiet moments, and a bond that words could never fully describe.

This is a story about a dog — but not just any dog. This is the story of Storm. He was an English Springer Spaniel born on the Isle of Skye, bred for the field, built like a tank, and gifted to me through an act of extraordinary kindness. From the day he entered my life, Storm became more than just a gundog or companion. He became part of the rhythm of my days, part of the stillness of my evenings, and part of the story that has shaped who I am.