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How Dez Defied the Odds: From Bait Dog in Romania to Beloved Family Dog
⚠️ Trigger Warning: Animal Abuse This story includes sensitive content and images related to animal cruelty and abuse. Please proceed with caution if you are sensitive to these topics.
“Now then, what happened to your ears?” asked a lady sitting on a bench in Museum Gardens, York, when he had gently approached her looking for a fuss. It’s an oh-too-familiar question heard by Dez’s human. She explained, we all exchanged some dog stories, and then we went our separate ways.
“Do you get asked that a lot?” I already knew the answer.
Newcastle Dog Photography: Smashing It Out of the (St James') Park
As one of the most iconic cities in the North, Newcastle was an essential stop on my Angels of the North journey. It’s a place bursting with history, warmth, and some of the most stunning locations for dog photography. The city’s mix of modern and historic architecture provided endless inspiration, from the sweeping curves of the Quayside and the grandeur of the High Level Bridge and Castle to the intricate details of Central Arcade and the Theatre Royal. Be warned, Newcastle, I’ll be back. A lot.
Finding the Perfect Dog Groomer near Brampton, Cumbria: A Woofly Pawfect Experience
My afternoon at Woofly Pawfect showed me just how important a compassionate and caring touch is when grooming dogs. From the moment I walked in, I could see the team put the dogs’ comfort first. There was no rush, no stress, just patient and experienced hands making sure each dog felt at ease.
Dog Photography in Cumbria: A Stunning Start to 2025: Brampton & Carlisle Portrait Sessions
From professional recognition at The Societies of Photographers awards to intimate portrait sessions that celebrate the beauty of your dogs, these first two months have blown me away. Whether you're looking for dog photography in the countryside around Brampton, the Lake District, urban images in Carlisle, or sessions anywhere in Cumbria, I'm passionate about creating portraits that truly capture your dog's spirit.
Capturing an Older Lurcher's Legacy: Paddy Photographed in Style in Historic Northern Cumbria
Against the weathered stones of a historical location in Northern Cumbria, a distinguished gentleman with soulful eyes and the elegance of a natural model posed for his dog photography session. Meet Paddy, an 11-year-old lurcher whose surprisingly boundless energy which defies his years. As a specialist dog photographer in Cumbria, I was delighted to capture his distinctive personality against such a magnificent backdrop near a place where Paddy knows as home.
A Dog Photography Adventure in York Pt. 2
Welcome to Day 2 of my York dog photography adventure! This time, I had the pleasure of photographing two stunning large breeds: Bea the Standard Poodle and Doogle the Old English Sheepdog in the heart of this historic city. With their envious coats and striking presence, they brought a whole new dynamic to my urban dog photography sessions. I’ll be sharing insights into location scouting in York, the challenges of winter light and a spot of rain, and sharing the final images themselves. I’ll also be returning to York in a few weeks for my dog photography calendar project, and after all of these sessions, I know this city will continue to draw me back for more incredible canine portraits.
‘Angels of the North’ Dog Photography in Carlisle: Kicking Off in Cumbria
Carlisle has everything a photographer could want: rich history, stunning architecture, and a variety of urban backdrops that brought out the character of each dog I photographed!
A Dog Photography Adventure in York Pt. 1
On the first day of my two-day dog photography portrait sessions in January, I had the chance to photograph four incredible dog models, each with their own personality, quirks, and charm, against this breathtaking urban setting. Here are some accounts of the first three of my sessions, the preparation behind them and what I produced with the images afterwards!
A Night to Remember: Frankie Adamson Overall Photographer of the Year 2024
Last week on Friday January 17th at The Societies of Photographers Awards, I was honoured to win not only The Natural World - Wild Animals Photographer of the Year 2024 and, to my utter disbelief, Overall Photographer of the Year 2024. In the entire 2024 monthly competition there were 6,481 submissions across 28 categories and ‘Kiss of Death’ came out on top. Mindblowing.
‘Angels of the North’ 🗞️🐕 Announcement: A Bold New Dog Photography Project
Angels of the North is a creative dog photography project celebrating the spirit of northern England through powerful, artistic portraits of dogs in 12 cities over the next six months. I’ll be photographing 60 dogs in striking locations filled with character—think weathered brick, steel, and historic architecture that reflects the unique heritage of each city.
2024 Awards Recap: Success with The BIPP, The Societies and the World Photographic Cup
This might be an unpopular opinion, but I think it’s potentially a dangerous thing to set goals related to winning things, as I never want my self-worth to be tied to the potential to win (or more likely not win) a trophy.