Shhhhhhhhhhhhh. This is going to be a surprise for these two Labradors’ mistress. Her birthday is coming up and their master wants to surprise her with some portraits of their sweet darlings. The dogs are in the teenager stage right now–lots of energy and fun. It’s been raining all week in the Bay Area but on Saturday the rain gods were kind enough to stop for a bit. As I was crossing the San Mateo bridge I must have hit the most horrendous rainstorm in a long time. Strangely enough the skies parted as I made it to San Carlos. It was worth getting soaked to the bone to capture this lovely boy and girl. They played hard. All I can say is this is going to be one special birthday present. Big points are going to be scored for this thoughtful gift! If you recognize these canines don’t tell their mom! Keep it on the “downlo”. 
This reminds me of an American Gothic–give them a pitchfork, overalls and an apron and you be the judge.
I am loving me some texture lately.
Finally, one of my favorites. This gives new meaning to the word water dog. With those ears perked up I would almost say they don’t look like Labrador Retrievers!
February 17th, 2009 at 7:44 pm
Pam these are FANTASTIC!
February 18th, 2009 at 8:16 pm
Pam, these are really beautiful. I think they are some of the best dog photos I’ve ever seen… even from you!
February 19th, 2009 at 5:25 pm
LOVE these! So fun!
February 19th, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Love!!!
February 20th, 2009 at 10:01 am
Totally LOVE that first one! You must be an animal whisperer.
February 20th, 2009 at 12:38 pm
Awesome! I love these. I can totally see that in the first one- too cool.
February 20th, 2009 at 7:26 pm
pam, you are out of contorol awesome.
February 21st, 2009 at 6:39 am
Gorgeous images. I love your doggy portraits – so alive!
February 21st, 2009 at 12:38 pm
Love these pics! This present will be her favorite for sure.
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Oh my gosh… I love that second shot! the golden looks so regal in it!
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:10 pm
Pammy, your portraits make me love doggies that much more!!! I wish you were closer so you could shoot my girls!
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:32 pm
MaryAnn, I am available for travel.
“wink”
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:51 pm
Awe! Makes me miss my lab.
Love them all! And I do see American Gothic in the first image.
February 22nd, 2009 at 4:18 pm
I love how classic #2 looks with your processing.
February 23rd, 2009 at 12:22 pm
LOVE that textured one, Pam!! Your pet portraits just make me smile…
February 23rd, 2009 at 10:37 pm
Girlfriend you have a gift!! Please come to Florida and photograph my Sandy girl!!!
February 23rd, 2009 at 10:47 pm
As I said above. Fly me out and I will do it!
February 24th, 2009 at 8:20 am
That last one looks like it came out of a magazine…I would print that HUGE if these guys were mine!
February 24th, 2009 at 8:59 pm
Love these. My favs are the textured timeless image and the water, running shot. Great job Pam!
March 3rd, 2009 at 9:43 pm
Pam,
I am the proud owner of these incredible pups. Thank you so much for these beautiful portraits, you certainly captured their spirt. I will treasure this gift forever!