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![Santa Rosa Plateau: the Portrait-Perfect Location for Sensitive or Reactive Dogs.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1707531755429-EMTKOFIJ32VJ3373L0D9/DSC_9248+F8+Smallest+Compressed+for+Web.jpg)
Santa Rosa Plateau: the Portrait-Perfect Location for Sensitive or Reactive Dogs.
Just outside of Temecula, there’s a beautiful location for a quiet and low-key portrait session with your dog if you time it right.
![The First Thing To Learn When You’re New to Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1705564014960-AGWSRUYECMAC6ZJNM5N9/BellaAndJr_DSC_9897+web.jpg)
The First Thing To Learn When You’re New to Photography
Your new to photography and are in the throes of learning how to use a camera. So what’s the very first thing you should learn to take good photos?
![Navigating Dread: A Personal Journey with Pet Cancer and How to Combat the Disease](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1700026994906-NXMSB2OE531VE9LZOF1N/Grizli+Gotcha+Day+IMG_0510.jpg)
![Fall for Flavor: Baking a Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Snack for Your Pup](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1696559142867-YNSKPRRXQNO05WN8U7V5/AdobeStock_620226750.jpeg)
Fall for Flavor: Baking a Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Snack for Your Pup
Fall has arrived, and there’s something truly undeniably cozy about staying home, indulging in the warm hues of autumn, and spoiling our furry companions with homemade treats. This autumn-inspired doggie cookie gets a resounding two paws up from my pups!
![Autumn Nesting: Welcoming Comfort and Style to Your Home's Foyer](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1694896374372-E8O9QZOZ55233BANR5UW/Foyer.jpg)
Autumn Nesting: Welcoming Comfort and Style to Your Home's Foyer
Autumn is a wonderful time to embrace the coziness of your home and prepare to welcome guests and travelers during the upcoming holiday season. In this blog post, we'll explore how you can transform your foyer into a warm and inviting space with a custom pet portrait artwork and a few key accent pieces.
![Maui Humane Society’s Response to Lahaina Burn Zone Animals](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1692312957515-N569FUPA3IFCBKRN8SMT/dog-bandaged-ht-ps-230816_1692198387989_hpEmbed_4x3_992.jpg)
Maui Humane Society’s Response to Lahaina Burn Zone Animals
How you can make a difference for animals affected from the devastating Lahaina fires.
![Shining the Light on Dawn](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1671400529173-Y21U7WSJD3NPGPF80GK9/Dawn-in-an-animal-shelter+2-3.jpg)
Shining the Light on Dawn
A mysterious condition alters the life course for one puppy named Dawn.
![Best Places for Fall Photography in San Diego and Beyond](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ba47b524cfc8689cee1553/1692302057077-XITI62IIHINY3ZPTUPEL/AdobeStock_166841124+Woman+Holding+Fall+Leaves.jpeg)
Best Places for Fall Photography in San Diego and Beyond
Want to capture amazing fall photos in Southern California? Here’s your resource for finding fall colors in San Diego and beyond.
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Packing for Photography in Iceland
Iceland. The new IT place for photography. If you’re planning a trip soon, you don’t want to miss this read!