February 25, 2024
Welcome back! It's been a little while since I got a blog post up, but there are some excellent reasons for that. I have been working on the website, narrowing down how I would like to monetize my craft as a career, and going on tons of fun adventures to capture new moments to share.
Today, I want to share with you a little bit about how my first big pet photography project went, one that stirred emotions I never knew I had.
It all began when my Dad, Tim, entrusted me with a special task: to immortalize our beloved family members through the lens of my camera. Little did I know, this project would become a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of time and the profound bond we share with our pets.
Aphrodite, Jackson, Riku, and Robin—four souls who have woven themselves into the fabric of our lives. Three cats, each with their own quirks and purr-sonalities, and one faithful dog whose loyalty knows no bounds. They aren't just pets; they're family.
As I embarked on this journey, I found myself confronting a whirlwind of emotions. Each click of the shutter felt like capturing a piece of my heart, knowing that these moments, like all things in life, are transient.
There were moments of joy, of course. Watching Aphrodite bask in the sunlight, Jackson's playful antics, Riku's gentle gaze, and Robin's unwavering devotion—they all filled me with warmth and gratitude.
But intertwined with the joy was a profound sense of melancholy. Time seemed to stand still as I looked through the viewfinder, realizing that these snapshots would become cherished memories long after our furry companions had crossed the rainbow bridge.
It was an emotional week, to say the least. Each photo session was a bittersweet reminder of the impermanence of life and the importance of cherishing every moment we have with those we love.
As I look back on this journey, I'm reminded of the power of photography to freeze time, if only for a moment. I'm grateful for the opportunity to capture these memories, not just for my Dad, but for myself as well.
To Aphrodite, Jackson, Riku, and Robin—thank you for the unconditional love and the memories we've shared. Your presence in our lives is a constant reminder of the preciousness of each moment. As I reflect on this project, I'm reminded that the passage of time is inevitable.
Someday, in the distant future, my Dad will also follow in your paw prints, crossing the rainbow bridge to join you in that eternal paradise. While that day may be far off, it's a reality that this project has gently nudged me to acknowledge. Until then, let's cherish every cuddle, every purr, and every wag of your tails, knowing that our bond transcends the boundaries of time.
This was a great project for our pets. It was a bit meloncholy and a cherished time to work with all of them as they were memorialized in photos. It does make you think of a time when all that will remain are the pictures. It is so important to have those photos when our beloved pets are no longer with us.