Sweet Dixie turned 7 on December 24th, and her mom reached out to me to document this special milestone. There’s no better way to celebrate such a loving, talented pup than with a birthday photography session that captures her personality and charm.


We chose Frank Liske Park, one of my favorite spots near Charlotte, for the session. It’s the perfect location with its beautiful natural scenery, golden light, and wide-open spaces for dogs to explore. Dixie absolutely loved every moment, shining in her natural element.


From the very beginning, Dixie showed off her playful personality and impressive skills. She’s a natural poser and has a repertoire of tricks, including stacking treats on her head, sitting, laying down, shaking, and even doing “peekaboo.” We captured her special tricks, along with candid shots and posed moments that showcase her beauty and spirit.


To make the session even more unique, I focused on close-ups of her nose, face, paws, and ears—details that her mom will treasure forever. These little features are such an important part of what makes Dixie who she is, and I love including them in every pet photography session.


If you’re in the Charlotte area and looking to book a solo pet photography session, don’t hesitate to reach out! Whether it’s for a birthday, a special milestone, or just because, I’d love to help you capture timeless images of your furry friend. These moments are fleeting, but the memories can last a lifetime.

Black and white border collie mix dog wearing red bandana sits in grass with happy expression.
Black and white border collie with striking blue eyes gazes intently at camera in outdoor autumn setting.
A hand in a white sleeve gently holds a soft white feather against a blurred natural background.
Border collie with white and black fur looks upward attentively against blurred forest background.
Brown and white border collie standing on autumn forest path in golden sunlight.
Black and white border collie sitting attentively on forest trail with warm autumn sunlight filtering through trees.
Border collie dog with black and white fur gazes upward in an attentive pose against blurred outdoor background.
Border Collie wearing red bandana sits beside red balloons and cake on grassy outdoor setting.
Beautiful brown and white Australian Shepherd dog standing in golden sunlit forest on autumn trail.
Black and white border collie dog looking up attentively against blurred autumn forest background.
Border collie dog running through a sunny forest path covered in pine needles during golden hour.
Black and white Border Collie with alert expression in monochrome portrait shot.
Black and white portrait of a small dog with fluffy white fur looking up expectantly against a blurred background.
Black and white portrait of an alert border collie dog looking upward with an attentive expression.
A black and white border collie dog looks upward attentively in a monochrome outdoor setting.
Black and white Border Collie sitting attentively in a grassy field, captured in monochrome photography.