Photography has always been part of my life. I can't remember a time when I wasn't interested in capturing the world around me. These days I run The Leash's Studio, a dog photography studio in Paralowie, Adelaide. Here's how I got here.
Starting with landscapes
My first real passion was landscape photography. I loved being outdoors, chasing big open spaces and changing skies. There was something peaceful about it.
As time went on, I wanted something more dynamic. Landscapes had a certain predictability, and I was drawn to something more spontaneous.
Falling for film
That's when I shifted to film photography. Film gave me a different perspective. It was less about precision and more about capturing real moments as they happened. The grainy texture and imperfect focus added character to the images, and I loved never knowing exactly what I was going to get. That was part of the fun.
Finding dogs
Alongside photography, I've always had a deep connection to dogs. Now I have three of my own! Their personalities, quirks and emotions are hard to put into words, but I realised I could capture them with a camera.
I started experimenting with photos of my own dogs, and that's when I knew pet photography was where I wanted to focus my energy.
Opening The Leash's Studio
After a lot of practice with my own dogs, I decided to take the plunge and open The Leash's Studio, so I could capture the joy, the love and the little quirks that make every dog unique.
Looking back, it's been an interesting journey. From landscapes to film, and eventually to dog photography, each step has brought me closer to where I am today. I'm so thankful I get to do something I'm passionate about and share it with other dog lovers.
Ready to photograph your dog?
Thanks for reading my story. If you're looking for a dog photographer in Adelaide, I'd love to capture your dog's personality. See session details and book your studio session with The Leash's Studio in Paralowie.
Thanks for reading my story. If you’re looking for a dog photographer in Adelaide, I’d love to capture your dog’s personality.
