Life Before Pet Photography

Before diving into the world of pet photography, I had a career in the Australian public service as a business analyst and assistant financial manager, even holding a CPA certification. This background has been invaluable in managing my business, allowing me to streamline workflows and automate processes, ensuring I can devote quality face-to-face time to each client and their beloved pets.

A Day in My Life Off the Camera

When I'm not immersed in photography, my days revolve around my dogs, giving them all the love and attention they deserve. They are my constant companions and my source of inspiration and joy.

The Turning Point: From Business Analyst to Pet Photographer

If you've ever visited my homepage, you might have already discovered a bit about my background. One defining moment in my life came when I was just 8 years old. I was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour that required surgery. This early brush with life's fragility taught me an invaluable lesson: life is incredibly short and unpredictable. It's a perspective that has deeply influenced not just my personal life but also my professional choices.

My journey to becoming a full-time pet photographer, however, was initiated by my dog, Mac. His heart failure diagnosis and the subsequent two precious years we spent together brought profound change to my life. Capturing our moments together, both beautiful and bittersweet, I created memories that I now hold dear. Mac's journey was a catalyst, igniting a passion within me to help others immortalise their own precious moments with their pets. You can read more about this part of my journey in a previous blog post here.