Thursday, June 26, 2008

Dogtown


It is a dog's life. I have been staking out Plaza De Paws in Burlingame (coolest pet shop in my neighborhood) and I finally met the owner who also is the owner of brand new Dogtown in Palo Alto. Lori is amazing and incredibly kind. She has two adorable pups who were kind enough to model for me and seriously what adorable models they are! We decided we wanted to do something VERY Palo Alto and what could be more Palo Alto then the Stanford Theatre? Shooting in the middle of the day these two pups were superstars. They stayed put even as people walked by. Please stop by Plaza and Dog Town to see some gorgeous canvas prints of these adorable pups! Remember to pick up some amazing fashions and biscuits while you are there then give me a call to photograph your pup!
Monica Michelle

Thursday, June 19, 2008

Itty Bitty and so CUTE!


My two little new friends Bitty and Brooke came over for their modeling session. Bitty was invited to stay forever being a 3 lbs chi. I think my husband's resolve against getting another dog melted as she curled into his arms and hung out until it was her time in front of the camera. There goes his excuse that a small dog would be yappy. Brooke was preened and made gorgeous by her best friend and dedicated caretaker Nanci. Nanci had once tried to explain to me how much work goes into grooming a silky long haired Yorkie. I had no idea just how much work was involved!  Nanci is a brilliant couture dog clothing designer. Be sure to keep on the look out for future shoots. We have some wonderful shoots planned!
Monica Michelle
www.fifilovesfido.com

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

I found my WOLF!


Ruby, owner of Five Paw a dog bakery in Los Altos Hills, was kind enough to lend me her White German Shepard and her Chi mix. I thought for sure Moki was going to take the stage and edge out little Chico. Who knew how much of a Napoleon complex a 5 lbs dog can have? Moki was a sport and a gentle giant. I can't wait to steal my friend again and do a little red riding hood shoot. Stop by Five Paw and grab some treats for your pooch and of course check out the fabulous photography on their walls!
Monica Michelle
www.fifilovesfido.com

Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Bella


How much fun is a mini schnauzer?  This beauty assaulted a snake (stuffed animal), climbed on boxes, and an armchair (with permission). This was on of my first puppy portraits indoors. I usually photograph my fluffier clients outside where they can roam free but I decided to try something a little different today. Bella lived up to her name and gave me some truly beautiful portraits!
Monica Michelle