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Bark Ave | Super-Fun Pet Stuff

Here's something a little different from what I normally write about, but I wanted everyone to know how great Bark Ave. is in El Dorado Hills. They've been around for a few years but just last month expanded into an even bigger store and it is FABULOUS. Whether you're looking for a cage for you hampster or a super-cool blinged-out dog collar, they've got it all, including a entire do-it-yourself dog grooming area.  

Even if you don't have a pet, it's worth going to the store...because it's covered in HUGE photographs of puppies and kitties photographed by yours truly! The new display went up just in time for their official grand-opening this Saturday and the first 100 people to arrive get some seriously awesome goody-bags (I already got the inside scoop on what's going to be in them, and it's good.) I hope you can make it and bring your furry friends!

I photographed Mr. Bode here for the promo on the event -- isn't he handsome?!

 

P.S. - In case it's too small to read on the picture, their new location is 4311 Town Center Blvd. Suite 420 in El Dorado Hills.

King of the World | Granite Bay Baby Portraits

I'm completely in love with the pictures of this family.  Owen is their first baby (aside from their puppies, of course!) and he is one seriously adorable little man.  

He's just the king of the world, in between mom and dad.

I learned about a new doll that day -- Blabla Kids.  Okay, okay...most of all of you are probably thinking, "What! She doesn't know about Blabla Kids?!"  I'd never heard of them before last week, but I adore them now.  I think they might be my favorite doll...ever... This family has a whole mobile made out of Blabla kids...lucky!

Their little man does the cutest little face (see below on left).  His mom and dad call it the "Popeye".  I'd have to agree the name fits.  Love his little teeth making their way out just for the picture.

This is their sneak peek, but, oh boy, there are some super pictures that I didn't have room to include here.  Can't wait to show them the rest...coming soon!

Busy as a Bee | Sacramento Photographer

Golly, it's been busy around here!  I've got SOOOO MUCH to share with you on the blog, but haven't had a chance to write about all of it yet.  However, I couldn't help but show a little sample of a big project I've been working on -- much more info to come soon!

You look at this and you can't help but think (or just yell out loud) "Awwwww, soooo cute!"

Cover of Style Magazine | Sacramento Pet Portraits

Fun, fun, fun.  I got the cover of Style Magazine with a photograph of some of my favorite doggies! 

The Golden Retrievers' mom is Robyn Steward of Philosophia - my favorite place to get custom-made GORGEOUS invitations and she's right here in El Dorado Hills.

I slipped a few other client photos in the magazine while I was at it (in the circle below)...couldn't resist. 

Guess who that is on the bottom left of the circle?  It's Bueller!!  Isn't my pup a handsome little devil?!  I'm such a proud dog-mom.