Wow! I can't believe it's that time of the year already! It's Christmas Eve when this blog post is up.

Like most people, I am working really hard this week so I can actually take a little bit of a break during Christmas this year (unlike last year when I worked through it) without stressing out like crazy about being away from my desk. (If that’s you…I want to send some love and light your way. *hugs*)

Anyway, 2021 has been a pinnacle year here at Ina J Photography despite the uncertainty and challenges that we've gone through this year due to COVID-19.

Back in January, there was a big demand for the Tails of Canberra book project and registrations went within a few days. Although I was aiming to get the book out before Christmas due to some unforeseen circumstances I am running behind. However I am hoping to get it out early next year in January and February. Plus you can pre-order the book now on my website. 

In April, we had another success for our annual Canberra Paws Calendar Contest and although we didn't reach our goal of $15,000, we raised $12,400. We've sold just over 100 calendars and there's still some in stock so if you're interested you can purchase your copy of the Canberra Paws 2022 calendar here. 

This year, I entered the International Pet Photographer of the Year awards and I was so happy that I got shortlisted in the Top 25 of the Action category and the Top 100 in the Portrait Category. Below are the two images that got shortlisted. I am so proud of this achievement and I am going to continue to keep growing.