Dorky Daisy Photography by Lisa Sampietro

04/17/2026

Proof that I’m basically just a professional treat-holder who happens to have a camera. 😁
If you're curious, I'll announce which one was submitted once the timer hits zero.

A huge and sincere thank you to Jennifer, Eric, Michael & Kelly who took time out of their busy schedules so that these guys could model for me!

The international competition is quickly approaching so I'll be doing a lot more model calls soon to hone in on what I want to submit.
To everyone that was so helpful and willing to participate on such a last minute freak out, thank you SO much. Keep an eye out for the next opportunity!

Who would be your pick?

04/13/2026

9:20pm edit:
You all are SO amazing for your willingness to help at such a last minute ask! I appreciate each of you!
I was able to secure a quick photo this afternoon BUT....
I have SEVEN more competitions coming up this summer so I would like to keep all of you in the forefront of the list for being so quick to help me.
If you commented below and would NOT like to be considered for the upcoming competitions, please just send me a quick dm and ask to opt out. If I DON'T hear from you, I'm going to go down the list and send out an email to keep you in the loop. The good news is, these submissions will be for all types of sessions so if you and your pup aren't fit for one (like the water aspect for this one), they'll be plenty of other opportunities!

Again, Thank you SO much!

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🆘 EMERGENCY: MODEL CALL (Must accept treats as payment)

I’m currently in a self created crisis. I entered a photo competition and completely forgot. It has to be a new image I created in a specific 2 week window and that window ends in 4 days, 36 mins and counting. lol
I need a dog model who is comfortable by the water for a quick shoot either later today or tomorrow! 🌊🐶

If you and your dog have about 20-40 minutes of extra time later 𝑻𝑯𝑰𝑺 𝑬𝑽𝑬𝑵𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑶𝑹 𝑨𝑵𝒀 𝑻𝑰𝑴𝑬 𝑻𝑶𝑴𝑶𝑹𝑹𝑶𝑾 please comment below!

The Ideal Candidate:

* Must be ok with water.
* Can sit/stay for more than 4 seconds without chasing a duck.
* Doesn’t mind looking majestic while potentially getting their paws wet.
* Has a "Blue Steel" look - pup version.

Perks:
* Unlimited ear scratches & treats.
* Extreme "Good Boy/Girl" validation.
* High-quality digital file for their time and cooperation.

*no copyright infringement intended*
I simply love this scene and it goes with my theme of neediness. lol

03/16/2026

01/15/2026

🌶️🔥 CALLING ALL CHILI MAKERS! 🔥🌶️

Think your chili has what it takes to win? 🏆
We’re looking for more chili cook-off participants for our Super Bowl Pawty at Dog Pub Social — and this is your moment to shine!

👩‍🍳👨‍🍳 Chili Cook-Off Details:
✔️ FREE to enter
✔️ $5 tasting for guests
✔️ Cash + bar tab prizes for the TOP 3 winners 💰🍻
✔️ All for a great cause — benefiting

🏈 Sunday, Feb 8 | 1–4 PM
🐾 Super Bowl vibes, Puppy Bowl, adoptables, vendors, raffles, drink specials & live music!

👉 Want to enter your chili?
Comment 🌶️ below or DM us to claim your spot — spaces are limited!

Bring the heat, rep your recipe, and let the crowd decide 👀🔥
Let’s make this cook-off one for the books!

12/27/2025

𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭. ✨

Did your family get gifted a puppy this Christmas? They grow up so fast, and we want to help you capture every single milestone!

We’re opening up 𝟯 spots for a free year-long studio project. You’ll bring your pup in once a month for a Petite Portrait Session to document their first year of life.
By next Christmas, you’ll have a beautiful timeline of their first year of life!

Interested? Comment below with a picture of your new best friend and tell us your new furry friend's name! 👇

12/19/2025

FINALLY coming up for a breath of air to say a GINORMOUS thank you to everyone that came out to all of the Holiday events this past month!

First up was Katie Gawel - Coastal's event for Suncoast Animal League . Below are just a few of the 79 hams we had in front of the camera for this one and the cherry on top are two puppies that found their forever homes from Suncoast just in time for the holidays. 🎄✨

12/07/2025

Things don’t always go our way but we definitely know how to make the most of it and play in the puddles. 🤪🤷🏻‍♀️

12/05/2025

Dorky Daisy’s 🎄12 Days of "HINTS"mas.🎄

𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝟰 𝗼𝗳 𝟭𝟮🐾Four paws on the ground in a truly social place. 🐾

~ A new hint will drop daily. These 3 images below are starting the party off.
~ Keep track of all 12 days of hints.
~ Everyone that guess’s correctly what the full announcement is when prompted on DECEMBER 12th will have their name in the hat for a chance to win a $100 gift card!
~ Winner will be announced Saturday December 13th!
Easy right?!

💙💙💙💙Below is Bruce and he is still up for adoption at Humane Society of Pinellas. Guys, he is absolutely the SWEETEST pup. I mean, even if he wasn't you know he could get away with stealing every sock in the house with that face! Someone go give him a home for the holidays!
PPlleeeeeese!💙💙💙💙

12/04/2025

So this has been 𝕓𝕣𝕖𝕨𝕚𝕟𝕘 for quite some time.
We’re 𝙪𝙣𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 some pretty big news over here.

This was supposed to start on Monday, December 1st but forgive me - it’s been a whirl wind of crazy over here. Good crazy though!

To find out what the big deal is, follow these simple rules below. Oh don’t worry, it’s super easy. You’re dealing with an artist, not an IT genius.

Dorky Daisy’s 🎄12 Days of "HINTS"mas.🎄 Get it? Get it? Yeah, I'm not very good at puns.
AAAAAAAANYWAY......

~ A new hint will drop daily. These 3 images below are starting the party off.
~ Keep track of all 12 days of hints.
~ Everyone that guess’s correctly when prompted on DECEMBER 12th will have their name in the hat for a chance to win a $100 gift card!
~ Winner will be announced Saturday December 13th!

Easy right?! The hints for the first 3 days are below each image.
Wishing you the luck of a dog finding his favorite bone!

11/24/2025

Who's looking for a new best friend?!
All of these adorable faces are up for adoption at Humane Society of Pinellas located at
3040 FL-590, Clearwater, FL 33759

You should also check out their new Doggie Day Out program!
https://www.humanesocietyofpinellas.org/doggie-day-out/

Adoption Hours are:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11am – 6pm.

Closed Tuesday.

Saturday and Sunday 10am – 5pm.
https://www.humanesocietyofpinellas.org/