Animal Portraits | Phoenix Pet Photographer
Posted by Jill Flynn on Dec 15, 2011 | 6 comments
The holiday rush is winding down and I am getting the last print orders out the door. It’s been a fast and furious end of the year with non-stop fur flying photo sessions. I wouldn’t have it any other way. I love photographing animals. It brings me great joy and has been my salvation while coming to terms with my cancer diagnosis. In the past I would always say I am grateful for good health, family and friends. The good health part has changed and has me on a different path now. My cancer treatments are challenging time wise too. Two treatments a week take up more time than I ever imagined. I had no idea. But for now it is the norm and I am trying to make it work. Some days I sail and other days I feel like I am rowing in sludge. I am ever so grateful to family, friends and my furry pals for keeping me smiling and laughing. Laughter really is the best medicine and a great doctor helps, which I have too.
Peace on Earth is still at the top of my Christmas wish list as is no more homeless animals. The Flynn pack increased by one this year – there are 7 of us now. For those of you thinking about adding a furry member to your family, please adopt from your local shelter or rescue organization. There are lots of animals waiting for a warm and safe home to call their own for the holidays and forever. There are numerous rescue organizations in the Phoenix metro area. Some are listed on the side bar of this blog under Local Rescue. I had the honor of photographing animals in their care. Just click on the link to be taken to their site. To all my animal rescue friends – you inspire me every day to do more and work harder to make a difference in this cold, often cruel world. I shed a lot of tears and cursed like a sailor this year hearing your stories of rescue. My camera and I are ready to work with you in 2012!
Below are some photos from recent client shoots. Thank you all for choosing me to be your pet photographer. It was a real pleasure photographing your pets. It always warms my heart to see animals in a loving home. I have the best clients in the world. Thank you all for memorable shoots filled with love and laughter!
Peace to all ~
Jill
Augie
Hannah
Bodhi
Charlie
Sandie
Jennyfur
Chelsea
Ginny
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Jill, you are such an inspiration to so many! Your words are heartfelt. I wish you the best in fighting this cancer!! If anyone can do it, you can! You have 21 one of us here in your group wishing you well. We love you! Your Azpet pro family. Xoxo
Jill,
As always your pictures are beautiful. I remember the pictures you took of Samar, Nina, & Charlie for me. You captured a memory that means so much. My Rotties were such a special part of my life. I have your pictures throughout my home. I wish you nothing but health & happiness and hope the best for you during this difficult time. Keep doing what you do…you take amazing photos! Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Shannon Lettow- Zemlock (Countryside)
Jill,
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and your wonderful photos! You’re the best!!!
It is all in the eyes, and what emotion conveyed there!
i wish you all the best Jill, for your own journey and for the great work you do…
Jill, these are so beautiful and so moving. You have such a talent in catching the perfect expression, the best light, the wonderful details. It was a pleasure to meet you today. Thank you for everything. Take care.
Hi Jill — you picked one of my favorite photos of Miss Fur for this blog. I love it! The portrait of Jenny and her rock pile is now in the dining room where everyone can see it. Thank you for capturing her spirit and her beauty. Love, Barb