I share stories behind the shots and create wall art in print, canvas, and metal. "A photograph can be a magical thing that mentally takes you to a place you have never been or reminds you of a pet or a place you already love. These pieces of art can change your whole mental state of mind and connect you to nature in a way that is fundamentally the same as really being out in the wilderness yourse
lf." I am Cheri Alguire, a professional photographer who specializes in pet, landscape, and event photography. My passion for photography began when I was three years old, in my father's darkroom in our basement. I received my first camera at age five, and I have been taking pictures ever since. For over two decades, I worked as a high-powered business coach, assisting real estate teams, brokerages, and other small businesses. I now coach a team of coaches, and they handle much of the client coaching, giving me more time to spend behind the lens, where my passion is. It wasn't until I started taking photographs again that I realized how much I had missed it. Photography had always been something I loved, but I had let it fall by the wayside in pursuit of my career. But as I started to make pictures more regularly, I realized that I was happiest with a camera in my hands
So, I took the leap and started my own photography business. It was a scary decision, but I knew that if I didn't try, I would always regret it. I started small, making images of my travels, taking pet portraits and doing commercial shoots for local businesses. But as word of mouth spread, my business grew. I started selling stock images online, and soon I was being hired to shoot live events and weddings. My work now includes pet portraits, commercial shoots, landscapes and live events. I love the variety that comes with each new project and the challenge of capturing the perfect shot. But what I love most about being a photographer is the ability to capture a moment in time. Whether it's a pet's playful grin or the stunning sunset over the Gulf of Mexico, I get to freeze that moment forever. It's a privilege and an honor to be able to do what I love every day, and I am grateful for every opportunity to create something beautiful with my camera. I spent the last decade traveling in my Motorhome, crisscrossing the US. I aim to experience, photograph and share as much of that beauty as possible. While I have many photos of iconic places such as Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon, I also have photos of unknown swamps in Louisiana, deserts in Arizona, lakes in Minnesota, small towns, larger cities, and so many other unusual places. The landscape, the wildlife, the pets, the cities… they are all so different, and unique! We live in an amazingly beautiful and complex world. As I continue to share my heart with you through these photos, I hope you enjoy the journey with me, and maybe add a few pieces of my art to your collection! Do you have a specific photography need? Let me know how I can help.
