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Champion Bouvier des Flandres-San Ramon Valley Dog Photographer Pam Biasotti

CH No No Brave Uncas is a massively gorgeous Bouvier who recently added AKC Champion to his accomplishments.  His call name is Phoenix and he was a bundle of fur and love.  He seemed stoic and regal when we first met.  It was quite a rainy day and we managed to sneak in some photos during a break in the weather.

Often Phoenix would flash his sense of humor at me.  He wanted to boldly go where dogs aren’t supposed to go…

You are probably wondering if Phoenix has eyes.  Yes…he does…how he can see through his hair is an amazing thing that dogs can do.

Sneak peak for his mom and dad.  Congrats on finishing him.   Maybe we will see each other at the rally competitions in the future.

First Wednesday Pleasanton Street Fair

What are you doing Wednesday May 6 in the evening?  The Pleasanton Downtown Association kicks off their First Wednesday for the next 5 months tomorrow.  I will be there along with other members of the PDA.  Feel free to stop by and say hi.  I will be raffling off a free session, plus offering specials for those that book a future session with me that evening.  I will be at booth 54, next to Murphy’s Paw Pet Boutique.  My puppy Karma won’t be with me tomorrow night, but I hope to bring her this summer as she gets older to hang out.

I found this old photograph I did for Riley and Karma’s dog breeder, Laura.  This was a session of Rikki, who was Riley’s mother.  Rikki was diagnosed with a hemangiosarcoma–tumor on the heart–which is the same thing Riley had.  Shortly after her diagnosis, we did a session as time is precious with this aggressive form of cancer. Rikki was the one on the far right. To Rikki’s right is Derby, who was Karma’s grandmother.  I am trying to figure out who the other two in the middle are.  I have an idea, but I am waiting to hear back from Laura to solve the mystery.  EDITED**The other two are who I suspected.  Starr and Spice…Derby’s daughters.  Karma’s aunts.  These dogs have the Derby connection which is my Karma’s connection.  Rikki is my Riley connection.  Who knew when I was photographing these ladies a few years ago that I would be having two dogs related to this group.

Another surprise session–shhhhh-Pleasanton dog photographer Pam Biasotti

Rio was a sweet little terrier mix that had lots of energy yet was quite intrigued with my freeze dried liver treats and camera lenses.  These two lovely sisters are surprising their mom for Mothers’ Day.  I can’t think of a better way to say I love you than to give the gift of portraiture.

 

She was one of the easiest dogs I have come across to photograph in a long time.  She responded well to me and I think we connected.  Treats didn’t hurt and all the high pitched noises I make kept her looking at me.  Not sure the neighbors knew what was happening though!

 

 

Thank you ladies for this afternoon!  It was fun.

Sneak Peak-Burlingame newborn photography by Pam Biasotti

Today I stopped off in Burlingame to photograph baby K.  Less than 2 years ago I photographed her big brother J and it was such a pleasure to see how he has grown into a sweet little boy with a new baby sister.  One for now.  She was the happiest little newborn I have come across in a long time.

I lost my iphone. Lost it in Pleasanton CA at Stoneridge Mall. Macy’s.

Because Google is a wonderful resource I am blogging about losing my Iphone Friday April 10 at Macy’s Stoneridge Plaza Pleasanton between 11:45 am to 12:15 pm.  It was a white 3G with a white in case hard cover.  Last time I was on it was standing in the line at women’s dresses talking to my mother in law about the dress I found for a wedding.  I thought I tossed it in my big red purse or in my pants pocket.  I went downstairs to find shoes, bought them and went to the car around 12:20 pm and noticed the phone wasn’t in my pocket or purse.  No one at Macy’s saw it or had it.  I tried calling it and it went straight to voicemail.  That tells me right away that the finder of the phone was already enjoying it by being on it or not accepting my calls.

Not only were all my notes, thoughts, appts and other items on there, but my priceless photos of Riley were on there that I took prior to his death.  The photos aren’t synched to my mac–they are gone forever.  This isn’t the first Iphone I have had to replace.  But this time it bites because someone has it and never bothered to call the number on it and tell me they found it.  Thanks.  Enjoy it.  I hope you don’t lose something that has precious information on it.  I hope you drop it in the toilet.  Karma will bite you.  And I am not talking about my dog Karma.  Ha ha.

Good Friday?  Hardly.

Do you want to see who is behind the mystery feet?

Don’t ask me why I am still editing more of these on my Macpro laptop–I usually don’t because I have a love hate relationship with my Mac.  Something clicked with it this weekend–I was in an edgy creative mode and tried to just have fun.  I love Little Italy in San Diego…the colors, the textures, the airplanes, the endless possibilities.  Can’t wait until your wedding!  Here’s to love.  

 

 

 

Sneak peak-San Diego Engagement and Dog Photographer Pam Biasotti

Murphy’s Paw springtime PhoDOGraphy clients–your emails have been sent to you regarding accessing your online galleries.  If you did not receive your email please contact me at info@pambiasotti.com.

Hello from San Diego!  How many more years before the kids are gone and I can consider coming down here to retire?  I never thought I would admit this but I miss Southern California!!!! There.  I said it.  Santa Barbara, San Diego, Ventura–they are all wonderful in their own way and I confess I miss living near the ocean.  I miss the climate too.  

Sneak peak from an engagement session I shot yesterday which I will tell you more about next time.  Of course, Luna the Bulldog stole the show.   Kelly and Dave, thank you for the time and for “getting me”.

More of this fun session to follow

More Murphy’s Paw–Bay Area Dog Photographer Pam Biasotti

More sneak peaks of the sessions done at Murphy’s Paw Pleasanton.  The best thing about photographing dogs is the unique personality of each one.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good Night Sweet Bailey.

Last night I received the email from Bailey’s owners that his time had come.  Bailey was only 7 years old and suffered a battle with brain cancer.  The most amazing thing about this beautiful boy was that he managed to stay around over 2 years after being diagnosed.  Somewhat of a miracle.  You would have never known he was suffering from cancer all this time.  When he was diagnosed we took these photos and somehow in my own selfish way didn’t finish editing all of  them as I feared it would mean the end of Bailey.  Ironically they are pregnant again and this time Bailey won’t be there for the birth of their second baby which is due in June.  So, J and B I am so sorry for your loss of your first love–a Labrador named Bailey who brought you joy and happiness.  My sincerest condolences to you.  He is at Rainbow Bridge now, running with Riley and other wonderful dogs.

Pleasanton Child and Dog Photographer-Pam Biasotti Photography

Approximately 29 dogs showed up today to be photographed at Murphy Paw’s Spring PhoDOGgraphy event.  The day went remarkably fast and I was happy to see some returning clients from the holiday sessions we did back in December.  Stayed tuned for more sneak peaks this week.