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Australian Shepherd mother and daughter duo, Jenka and Rita, made light work of their recent studio session.After an exu...
10/06/2026

Australian Shepherd mother and daughter duo, Jenka and Rita, made light work of their recent studio session.

After an exuberant entrance and a thorough inspection of the surroundings, the gorgeous tri-coloured girls settled straight into model mode, happily posing atop anything they were asked to.

Their wonderful enthusiasm for life shines through in everything they do. Alongside competing in the breed show rings, they also enjoy working trials, DogSportUK and scentwork. Rita will be carving out her career in the obedience ring in the not too distant future.

Photographing dogs like this is always a pleasure. Their intelligence, confidence and obvious love of working with their owner made the session feel effortless from start to finish.

👉To see more images from this session:

https://www.karendunkasonphotography.com/blog/australian-shepherds-jenka-and-rita-studio-dog-photography-session

Pictured below is Jenka

Meet Ronnie ❤️This handsome boy is a six-year-old Collie x Whippet x Bedlington Terrier who swapped his usual New Forest...
03/06/2026

Meet Ronnie ❤️

This handsome boy is a six-year-old Collie x Whippet x Bedlington Terrier who swapped his usual New Forest farm life for a couple of hours in the studio.

To begin with, Ronnie wasn't quite sure what to make of the lights, backdrops and camera equipment. Thankfully, plenty of treats, cuddles and reassurance from his Granny soon helped him settle in.

Once relaxed, Ronnie revealed his wonderfully gentle nature and rewarded us with the most beautiful, soulful expressions. Those thoughtful eyes and flowing locks made for some truly stunning portraits, perfectly capturing the calm and kind spirit that makes him so special.

It's always rewarding to watch a nervous dog grow in confidence throughout a session, and Ronnie was no exception. By the end of his shoot, this gentle giant had completely stolen our hearts.

Wasn't he worth the wait? 🥰

You can read Ronnie's full story and view more portraits from his session on my blog:

👉https://karendunkasonphotography.com/blog/ronnies-first-studio-adventure

Thrilled and genuinely surprised to have received merits for both of these images from April’s submissions to the Guild ...
23/05/2026

Thrilled and genuinely surprised to have received merits for both of these images from April’s submissions to the Guild of Photographers. I wasn’t feeling particularly confident about a couple of the technical aspects, so to have 2 out of 3 images awarded was exciting.

A huge thank you to the judges who dedicate so much time and care to assessing the many entries submitted each month, your feedback and encouragement are always appreciated.

Special thanks also to my lovely friend Kath for persuading the painters to pause work beside the lamppost long enough for me to capture the capstan image in a very tight space, and of course to beautiful Vixen, who tolerates the posing process with admirable patience… most of the time!

Senior Souls at Chesvale Obedience ShowThe weekend before last, whilst attending the Chesvale Obedience Show with my own...
14/05/2026

Senior Souls at Chesvale Obedience Show

The weekend before last, whilst attending the Chesvale Obedience Show with my own dogs, I was lucky enough to steal a few impromptu portraits of some truly beautiful senior souls.

I’m always drawn to photographing different breeds, so I was delighted to meet Tucker, a little black Schipperke bursting with character and more than happy to show off for the camera. Racing through the buttercups with all the enthusiasm of a puppy, he certainly wasn’t letting his veteran status slow him down for a second.

Tula, meanwhile, brought a completely different energy to the meadow. Calm, dignified and wonderfully serene amongst the flowers, she posed as though she’d been modelling for years, quietly taking in the world around her with that unmistakable wisdom only older dogs seem to possess.

There is something incredibly special about senior dogs. Their faces tell stories, their eyes hold years of loyalty and companionship, and their personalities shine through so effortlessly in photographs.

Capturing that spirit, whether it’s playful exuberance or quiet grace, is always an absolute privilege.

There are dogs who command attention the moment they enter a room… and then there’s Eddie.A gloriously exuberant soul, R...
11/05/2026

There are dogs who command attention the moment they enter a room… and then there’s Eddie.

A gloriously exuberant soul, Red’Ed lives life at full throttle, usually with a laughing expression, lolling tongue and a trail of bubbling saliva in his wake.

Last week he danced into the studio full of joy and mischief, but thankfully settled into a modicum of 'work mode', giving me hope for at least a semi-serious portrait session.

Then, for the briefest split second, everything aligned.

The movement paused, the expression settled, and Eddie gifted me this wonderfully suave, dignified gaze ...... calm, intelligent and quietly powerful. Pure gold.

Moments like this are why I adore photographing dogs. Beneath the chaos and exuberance there is always a fleeting glimpse of their bare soul.

Thank you, beautiful Red’Ed. 💖

02/05/2026

Voodoo ✨

The following image means more than just another dog portrait.

After undergoing major surgery in February, watching him step forward with quiet strength, surrounded by soft spring light and buttercups, felt incredibly special.

There’s a certain depth in his gaze here… a resilience you can’t pose, only witness. I wouldn't normally shoot with a harness on but it's part of his journey and for anyone who knows Voodoo - a very necessary piece of equipment until he is fully recovered!

Sometimes photography goes beyond capturing what we see… it tells a story of recovery, courage, and the bond we share with our dogs. 😍❤️

Vixen joined me in the studio yesterday, so we had a bit of fun with some props but actually, sometimes simplicity is be...
30/04/2026

Vixen joined me in the studio yesterday, so we had a bit of fun with some props but actually, sometimes simplicity is best and this just captured her personality to a tee!

I'm occasionally on the lookout for new four legged models for creative ideas, so if your dog would love to get involved and can manage a sit and stand stay, pop me a DM.

This image of Vixen which some of you may have spotted in a recent behind-the-scenes reel, has just been awarded a Bronz...
22/04/2026

This image of Vixen which some of you may have spotted in a recent behind-the-scenes reel, has just been awarded a Bronze Award from the Guild of Photographers 🥉

I’m so grateful to the judges for recognising my work, it really does mean a lot.

A big thank you as well to Kath Gorrick for her help behind the scenes and for giving me the time and space to craft this shot whilst being an intrepid camerawoman!

Freddie doing what he does best… and loving every minute of it 🐾Captured on the rocks in Bournemouth, this image has bee...
22/04/2026

Freddie doing what he does best… and loving every minute of it 🐾

Captured on the rocks in Bournemouth, this image has been awarded a Bronze by the Guild of Photographers. I’m incredibly grateful to the judges who dedicate so much time each month to carefully appraising so many entries.

And of course, Freddie… always the consummate professional (who knows lovely food and beloved ball are waiting in the wings ❤️🐾).

17/04/2026

Annual bluebell pilgrimage ...

Usually it's me and a shepherd or four ...... This year (thanks to being plagued with injury) we're doing things a little differently - single file only.

But that heady scent and sea of colour ... still every bit as spectacular

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