Bark & Gold Photography

09/08/2026

Congratulations to Lark and her mom Rachael, September's Breed of the Month winner! 👑

Lark came into Rachael's life at the vet clinic where she works, mid suture-removal appointment for her leg amputation, and that was it. Three legs, zero deficit: she climbs rocks on hikes like she's got something to prove, and she's about to spend her favorite season checking off every state park in Pennsylvania. So happy for this team!

Lark and Rachael are taking home a full portrait session plus a $500 artwork credit, which Rachael is already imagining using toward a portrait on a wall in her living room with a fine art album on her coffee table. 🙌🏻

A huge thanks to every Aussie who applied this month. Reading through your stories was the best part of my week, and it made picking just one genuinely hard.

Mark your calendars: the next Breed of the Month gets revealed October 1st. Stay tuned to see who's up next...

09/07/2026

The Memory Map Experience is not for everyone—and that's kind of the point.

It's designed for the person who looks at their dog and sees more than a pet and who wants portraits that don't just hang on a wall, but actually mean something every time they walk past them.

What's included: three portrait sessions, bespoke canvas masterpieces, and a stunning handcrafted fine art album that tells your dog's full story across time and place through 75 images. The whole experience is handled with a white-glove level of care, so it's as effortless for you as it is extraordinary.

Ten commissions. This year. If you have questions or want to explore if this is the right fit, I'd love to connect—no pressure, just a conversation.

Drop a comment or send me a message by visiting www.barkandgoldphotography.com/experience/the-memory-map-experience/ to get started.

09/06/2026

🚨 Last chance! Applications for this month's Breed of the Month, Australian Shepherd, close tomorrow.

If your Aussie deserves to be celebrated with beautiful artwork, now's the time to throw his collar in the ring.

One dog will be selected for a complimentary portrait session plus a $500 artwork credit toward custom artwork.

Don't miss out—apply before applications close tomorrow!

Apply now at www.barkandgoldphotography.com/breed-of-the-month.

09/04/2026

This heartwarming quote is a reminder that the pain of parting only exists because of the depth of love we shared. Goodbyes may bring heartache, but they also shine a light on just how fortunate we were to have known a love so pure and unconditional. The ache in our hearts is proof that what we shared was real, lasting, and irreplaceable. Though letting go feels impossible, the bond remains etched into our lives, a reminder that we were blessed with something so meaningful it will stay with us forever. 💛

09/03/2026

All of my past clients should consider entering! Those who have worked with me know that I’ll never pass up an opportunity to photograph your dogs among flowers so I know you’ve got some great options to submit. 🌸

🚨 NEW CONTEST ALERT — READ CAREFULLY! 🚨

🐾 Your furry friend could be our next WickyWags Pet of the Month! 🐾🏆

Want your pet to be featured on our Pawsome Blossom candle label? 🌸🐶🐱 Their photo could actually become the model for our Pawsome Blossom candle in the collection! 🕯️✨

🐾 HOW TO ENTER — COMPLETE ALL 3 STEPS!

1️⃣ FOLLOW + TAG
Follow WickyWags Candles and tag a friend in the comments.

2️⃣ LIKE + SHARE
Like this post AND share it to your story. 📲

3️⃣ SEND US YOUR PET!
Comment your favorite photo of your pet + their name. 🐾📸

🚨 IMPORTANT: ALL 3 STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED! 🚨
Don’t skip a step! If all three requirements aren’t completed, your pet’s photo will NOT be entered into the contest.

🌸 THE PRIZE:
One lucky winner will have their pet featured as the model on our Pawsome Blossom candle label as part of our collection! 🕯️🐾

🎉 Winner selected September 8th and announced in a post that day!

⚠️ The winner will be contacted ONLY by our verified WickyWags Candles page. We will never ask for payment or personal information to claim your prize.

Good luck, fur friends! 🍀🐾 We can’t wait to see your Pawsome Blossoms! 🌸

Disclaimer: This contest is not endorsed, sponsored, or administered by Instagram.

09/03/2026

⏰ Just 3 days left to apply for this month's Breed of the Month: Australian Shepherd!

If you've been thinking about entering your dog, don't wait until the last minute. Applications close on September 7.

One dog will be selected for a complimentary portrait session plus a $500 artwork credit toward custom artwork. 🤩

Apply before the deadline at www.barkandgoldphotography.com/breed-of-the-month.

09/02/2026

Most folio boxes pick one cover and stick with it forever. Simba and Cutch’s bamboo heirloom folio box said no thanks to commitment.

The lid rotates, so the “main character” portrait on top can change anytime, meaning this baby never looks the same twice on a shelf. It holds 20 of their best portraits inside, but the real flex is that it keeps working even when it’s closed.

Function meets art meets “I cannot pick a favorite,” which, fair.

09/01/2026

📢 Breed of the Month: Australian Shepherds!

Applications are now open through September 7!

Breed of the Month is Bark & Gold's way of celebrating the incredible dogs who make each breed so unforgettable and creating meaningful artwork for the people who love them.

Each month, I'll select a one special applicant as the Breed of the Month winner who will receive a complimentary Bark & Gold portrait session and a $500 artwork credit toward custom artwork.

If you've been thinking about celebrating your Aussie with timeless artwork, this is your chance.

Simply submit your application before the September 7 deadline. I'll review every entry thoughtfully and announce the selected dog within one week after applications close.

Ready to apply? Visit www.barkandgoldphotography.com/breed-of-the-month to get started.

08/30/2026

Oh, you’re not a “wall art person”?

I hear this one a lot, and so I want to offer a gentle reframe.

You don’t have to be a “wall art person” to want something that lasts. Wall art is just the format; the point is that you have something deliberate, something physical, something that doesn’t disappear when your phone falls in the toilet or the cloud service you’ve been using for eight years quietly folds.

Digital photos live in a precarious state of almost-permanent. They’re not printed. They’re not displayed. They exist in a folder you’ll get to someday, on a hard drive you’ll back up eventually. And then your dog passes, and you realize that someday never came.

I’m not trying to be morbid. I’m being honest. I’ve had clients reach out to me after losing a dog to ask if I can do anything with blurry, poorly-lit phone photos, and the answer is: sometimes, a little. (Hello, legacy portraits.) But it is never the same as having the real thing.

If you’ve been thinking about booking “someday,” that someday is now. Ready to get it done? You can book a session or schedule a call to talk through what’s right for you and your dog at www.barkandgoldphotography.com. No pressure, just good photos.

08/28/2026

Thank you so much, Tammy! Your pack is always such a treat to photograph, and I love that you trusted me again to capture their unique personalities. It means the world to hear the experience felt easy and stress-free—I know how much energy five pups can bring to a session! Enjoy your artwork!