Paws Up Pet Photography

16/05/2024

How can I describe the night of the G5 aurora, amazing doesn’t seem to cover it… The day before I was frantically messaging and on the hunt for models. I knew it was going to be a night I wouldn’t forget, and I NEEDED dog models. I am so thankful for the group we ended going with, we met up at a small community lake near Elk Island Alberta. Our little group sat in the tall grass chatting, laughing, staring in awe, and rotating our dog models. The experience was even more special because for some people this was the first time that they have seen the Aurora Borealis. My heart was so full by the end of the night, and I was so excited to share by beautiful images.

On a more personal note: Today, after days of scrolling through beautiful aurora photographs, I can't help but feel a bit defeated. Many things have contributed to this, the main thing is I am feeling like I have missed my chance to be THAT DOG NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHER, while I know I was not the first to photograph a dog under the night sky… I wanted to master this skill and eventually be able to share this genre of photography with other photographers and maybe host a workshop or two, share my years of knowledge.

I would like to preface that it is only in the last 6 months I have seen other photographers and accounts share images of Astro Dog photography. This feeling started a few months ago when We Rate Dogs (a very well trafficked account about cute dogs) shared multiple images of dogs under the auroras by multiple photographers. Not all these images were by professional photographers, but I felt like… ‘Well, it is out there now someone is going to be better at it and beat me to it’.

Back in September in 2023, I went to Shutterhound a dog photography conference in Las Vegas. There were so many speakers that are leading in the industry, and I couldn’t wait to learn from all of them. One thing that stuck with me is that many of these speakers got their fame by luck and fell into life-changing opportunities by becoming Viral.

It is very much a risk for artists to put their work out there; on one hand, you cannot get new opportunities without putting your work out there, but also someone could see your work and do it better and they would get the luck of those opportunities because the right person saw it at the right time. This conference told me to put yourself out there become viral, be loud, share your things everywhere! But only when it is ready…. and don’t share too soon… so did I miss my chance?

This G5 aurora brought dog photographers together from around the globe to go out and photograph at night. All at once, and they are sharing their images. While for the last two years, I have spent hours mastering the craft, scouting locations, learning about stars, light pollution, and other nuisances that will keep our dogs safe at night. I still hope to master this specific genre. Hopefully, I didn't miss my chance to THAT MASTER ASTRO DOG PHOTOGRAPHER and spread my knowledge to those who are willing to listen.

If you have made it this far, I appreciate your time and thankful you have read this far. I would like to stress I am still very proud of these images! These are not AI... these are images of dogs experiencing the Northern Lights with us. I will continue to learn and master the craft of Astro Dog Photography.

Details on the shots!
Gear:
Canon 5D Mark 3
Canon EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM
Canon 580EX II flash
Tripod

Settings:
5 sec
F/2.8
ISO 2500 (varied on brightness of the auroras)

15/05/2024

New Blog! Why are Blossom sessions the best and worst portraits for you and your pup! 🌸

Why Blossom portraits are the best, (and worst) photos to have of you and your beautiful pup! Before I get into why you should or shouldnt Paws Up Pet Photography - Edmonton Pet Photographer

12/04/2024

Visit pawsuppetphotography.com today!

05/02/2024

WE ARE LOOKING FOR DOGS WHO HAVE CHANGED OR SAVED THEIR OWNER’S LIFE! 🐕
Is your dog the best? Do they have a story that needs to be shared with the world? If so, we would love to feature your pet!
Each session includes a $75 donation to rescue - , a 45 minute photography session with Paws Up Pet Photography and a 2 page spread in the book featuring your inspiring ‘Tail.’
All breeds of dogs welcome, and to help protect privacy, owner's can remain anonymous in the book!
Heroic Tails is a collection of short stories centered on the impact dogs have had on their owner's lives. Each story shines a light on subjects such as mental illness, domestic abuse, and other traumatic lifesaving incidents. The book highlights the benefits of our emotional and physical well-being through the connection with our pets.✨️
50% of the available slots are already booked! Session will be held February 18th! Location is TBD.
A Little about the rescue, Northern Alberta Society for Animal Protection is a volunteered driven charity since 1998. They promote responsible pet ownership and help find homes for homeless or unwanted animals.
Send me a DM for more information or visit https://www.pawsuppetphotography.com/heroic-tails

13/01/2024

WE ARE LOOKING FOR DOGS WHO HAVE CHANGED OR SAVED THEIR OWNER’S LIFE!

HAVE YOUR DOG FEATURED ALONG WITH THEIR STORY IN OUR UPCOMING BOOK - HEROIC TAILS!

Is your dog the best? Do they have a story that needs to be shared with the world? If so, we would love to feature your pet!

Each session includes a $75 donation to our local rescue - NASAP , a 45 minute photography session with Paws Up Pet Photography and a 2 page spread in the book featuring your inspiring ‘Tail.’

All breeds of dogs welcome, and to help protect privacy, owner's can remain anonymous in the book!

Heroic Tails is a collection of short stories centered on the impact dogs have had on their owner's lives. Each story shines a light on subjects such as mental illness, domestic abuse, and other traumatic lifesaving incidents. The book highlights the benefits of our emotional and physical well-being through the connection with our pets.

50% of the available slots are already booked!

A Little about our local rescue, Northern Alberta Society for Animal Protection is a volunteered driven charity since 1998. They promote responsible pet ownership and help find homes for homeless or unwanted animals.

Click on the LEARN MORE to have your dog in a book!

heroic tails - Paws Up Pet Photography - Edmonton Pet Photographer

13/09/2023

Check out my images on Bored Panda!

I convinced 8 dog owners to bring their dogs to the Canadian Rockies to capture their love for nature and adventure! 12 dogs were photographed over 12 hours, with over 1600 captures at 1 glorious location in Banff National Park. This location was specifically chosen for the beautiful mountain views....

08/07/2023

02/07/2023

Summer registration for Heroic Tails opens on July 8th! Same day as Muttstock . Stop on by to hear about Heroic Tails and how your pups can be featured in the book!

18/06/2023

In Cold Lake this week! Visit www.pawsuppetphotography.com/heroic-tails
to share your story about how your pups saved your life!

16/06/2023

12/06/2023

See you all at Muttstock !

We are so excited to have Paws Up Pet Photography at Muttstock

Come check them out 📸

05/06/2023

JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Join the Tails of the World movement!
Unique inspiring 'tails' as told by you!
Heroic Tails is a collection of short stories centered on the impact dogs have had on their owner’s lives. Each story will shine a light on some hard-to-talk about subjects such as mental illness, domestic abuse, and other traumatic lifesaving incidents.
Sessions from June 19th to June 23rd!
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
-$75 Donation to
-45 Minute Location Photoshoot with Cassie from Paws Up Photography
-2 page spread in the book Heroic Tails, featuring your inspiring ‘tail’

09/05/2023

Hi Everyone! I finally made Paws Up Pet Photography available to review on Google! Here is the link to give us a great review. Thank you for your continual support. ❤️

Post a review to our profile on Google

22/04/2023

Happy Earth Day 🌎

14/03/2023

Welcome to Heroic Tails Tonka!
People see Tonka and all the stereotypes of pitbulls flash before their eyes, simply by the way he looks they expect him to live up to each of them. With a backwards hat, piercings and being covered in tattoos I experience the same looks and stereotype; tough guy. Yet some days due to anxiety I can’t even make it down an aisle at a grocery store, if I’m able to get there at all. Like me the big scary rescue dog happens to be the most delicate of little creatures; his list of crippling fears is the only thing longer than the list of health issues, allergies and trips to the vet we have had over the past 4 years.
Tonka’s challenges challenge me. The acceptance, understanding and patience I have learned to have with him have helped me to have them in myself as well. If a big tough pitbull can cripple in fear from an over filled water-bowl made out of something shiny; I can avoid buying eggs at the grocery store because the aisle has too many people and can now accept it’s just one of those days. Tonka gets me out of bed in the morning and through most days just knowing he will be there when I get home. Petting his fur and laying on him calms an anxiety attack, while looking at pictures and watching videos of him on my phone get me through them when I’m away.' -Kodie .
Help raise money for
And share your story about your pup!

09/03/2023

This sweetheart saved his human's life. 330 in the morning Cooper woke up to tell Natalie their furnace motor malfunctioned and caught on fire. Cooper scratched and growled at the furnace room door after leading her there. 'never forget that your animals love you unconditionally and will risk their own lives for yours.' -Natalie .
Link in the Bio ✨️ to share your story!
Natalie's story touched my heart and what she says is true. They love unconditionally no matter your faults. Cherish them. they are heroes without capes and angels without wings. .

03/03/2023

Hi everyone! I wanted to share a beautiful and important project I have started. It is all about how dogs have saved their owner's lives. Stories so far have ranged about mental illness, Domestic Abuse and Physical wellness. I would love to share your story and as a bonus session fees are donated to our local rescue NASAP - Northern Alberta Society for Animal Protection .
Please check out my website for more information. Thank you ❤️
www.pawsuppetphotography.com/heroic-tails

16/02/2023

Hi Everyone! Cassie Thurrott Photography is now Paws Up Pet Photography!

08/05/2022

Voting closed! Thank you everyone who participated! Winners will be announced May 13th!

04/05/2022

Good Morning Everyone! Today is the day! Please like up to 10 images/favourite pups! Top 10 pups will be featured in a book that is uniting dogs and photographers worldwide to raise money for local rescues! Our local rescue was Infinite Woofs Animal Rescue Society!

04/05/2022

20/04/2022

Some Behind the Scenes of the Tails of the World sessions!
Friendly reminder these pups will be asking for your help to choose who ends up in the book! Contest starts May 4th!

28/03/2022

Time to show off location #3 ! Kinnaird Park has a beautiful view of the city skyline and river valley. Along with a large field and trees. It is on leash only, but no need to worry with a 10ft leash!
Tails of the World the book will be featuring 10 dogs/images from Edmonton! Book your session now to participate in the contest and to donate your session fee to Infinite Woofs Animal Rescue Society !

21/03/2022

Location number two is unveiled! This Location is the Pyramids of the Muttart Conservatory. What's the scoop on this one? No cars up top, ON leash, shouldn't be too busy with dogs and people, cool architecture and skyline, and spacious!
Reminder sessions are a $50 donation to Infinite Woofs Animal Rescue Society , 20 mins session and inclusion to be in a contest to win 1 of 10 spots in the Tails of the World Book. This book is uniting dogs worldwide to raise money to local rescues. 🥰

14/03/2022

TAILS OF THE WORLD THE BOOK - Location #1. Murals. Before announcing this fundraiser , and I went to do some Location scouting. It is important to know what obstacles you could encounter. For example, this Location. Multiple beautiful murals, spacious and easy access. However must be on leash and potentially lots of people/distractions.
My recommendations. Dogs who are good on leash and less reactive around people. This Location might not be for everyone and that's OK ! This is why I have multiple locations and do scouting before hand 😊.
Book now to donate $50 to Infinite Woofs Animal Rescue Society an Edmonton rescue, have 20 minute session and be entered into a contest to win 1 of 10 places in the book fundraising for rescues worldwide!

https://cassiethurrottphotography.com/tailsoftheworldbook 💫.