If there’s one thing the pandemic didn’t affect, it was the number of incredible images that photographers from all over the world entered into Shoot & Share’s annual international photo contest. This being my third year entering, I can honestly say the level of artistry and creativity was off the charts! Submissions for the 2020 Read More
Posts by Bark & Gold Photography
Helping Your Pet Beat the Heat During Summer Sessions
We are coming off one of the sunniest, hottest weeks we’ve seen all year in the ‘burgh. Nine straight days of 85° and hotter?! I’ll take it! Personally, I love weather like this, but the dog days of summer certainly bring with them special considerations as you plan your session. In this post, I’m sharing Read More
Bark & Gold Photography Interviewed on the Hair of the Dog Podcast
I’ll be the first to admit that I am a huge podcast junkie. My library is filled with everything from financial and business-focused shows to mindset, leadership, photography, and pet-centered ones, many of which I listen to while driving, editing, and even getting ready in the morning. No joke, I must take in hours of Read More
Choosing the Best Collar for Your Dog’s Photography Session
Much like a bride’s flowers are the highlight in many of her wedding photos, your dog’s collar is going to be a focal point in his images, which is why selecting the right collar for your furry friend is one detail you don’t want to overlook. I recently talked with Mindy Saver, owner of Diamond Read More
Samson the American Staffordshire Terrier – Pittsburgh Dog Photography
The story of how Samson, a now two-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier, found his forever family is equally as touching as it is heartbreaking. “My husband and I were volunteering at a local animal shelter when he was surrendered. He was just a puppy, maybe 10-weeks-old,” recalls Samson’s mom Natalie. “We quickly fell in love with Read More
For the Love of Your Dog and Those Million Dollar Minutes
Being an avid reader, I’ve been reading like crazy as we’ve sheltered in place these past eight weeks. I’ve devoured 32 books since the start of the year and I have no shame in my bookworm game. One of my favorite genres is personal development. I recently finished Tonya Dalton’s The Joy of Missing Out: Read More
Uschi the Miniature Dachshund Puppy – Beaver County Dog Photography
I first met Uschi and her mom Abby just over a year ago when they joined me for a limited edition studio session I hosted as a fundraiser for Hello Bully. Uschi was only a few month old when I did her first series of photos back in October 2018 and she knocked it out Read More
Your Pet Photography Experience – Part 3: The Reveal and Ordering Appointment
Your reveal and ordering appointment is exactly what it sounds like–and it’s probably the part you’ve been most excited for too! Essentially, it’s when we meet to view your images for the first time, to determine how you’d like to enjoy them within your home, and to place your order. On the surface, it sounds Read More
3 Tips for Photographing Black and Dark-colored Dogs
“Black is the hardest color in the world to get right–except for gray…” noted American fashion expert and magazine editor Diana Vreeland, and based on the feedback I received when I asked what topic I should blog about next, many Pittsburgh dog moms and dads agree. A whopping 65% of you answered that you were Read More
Wall Art 101: 3 Tips for Choosing the Right Size
The biggest mistake that most people make when choosing wall art for their home is that they often choose the wrong size, as in much too small. Did you know that wall art should typically take up 60% – 75% of available wall space not blocked by moldings or furniture? Probably not, if you’re like Read More