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{engagement} Devon and Billy | South Park Session | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:32:29 +0000

Do you ever meet people and you just click with them? It’s that instant “ah ha” moment when you realize you have lots in common? I met Devon at a volunteer event and thought she was one cool chick. Later on that afternoon, Devon’s boyfriend Billy at the time stopped by. You could see they just clicked. They had a routine about themselves and you could tell it was their own secret language. I got an email at the beginning of 2010 from Devon saying that Billy had proposed and I could not be more excited for the couple. Not only did I adore them together, they also had an amazing dog named Bailey who stole the show anytime the camera was up. Together, they make a really fun family and an even more fun engagement shoot. I can’t wait until this wedding in August where I promised Devon that this horrible heat wave we are having will be gone. Let’s hope I can pull through.

{dog} Superstar | Pet Photographer Charlotte NC | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 17:14:20 +0000

Even during busy weeks, dogs still need love. Laker is the baby of our family. He’s four years old, 63 lbs. and the biggest lap dog you’ll ever come across. He has lots of nicknames: Lake, Lay-lay, Buddy, Bad Dog and The Lakester. He always wants to cuddle on the couch and could snore you out of a good nights sleep. He also has puppy dreams all.the.time. He loves to try and kiss/lick the neighborhood cats. And he has his own star to prove his coolness.

Laker’s star on his chest was little when he was a puppy and has stretched over time, but never the less, he’s a star in our family.

{sneak peek} the bling | tish mackay photography

Tish Mackay — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:52:04 +0000

The spring weather we currently have is perfect for a bridal shoot. Lucky for me, I had a beautiful bride to shoot this past Saturday. Since I promised her that I would keep her face off from the blog in case her future hubs was to look before their wedding, I’ll just show you parts from our shoot. Let’s start with her ring.

More bridal details soon – - now go enjoy the weather.

{headshot} our house, in the middle of the street | tish mackay photography

Tish Mackay — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:04:05 +0000

About a year and a half ago, we put our townhouse on the market. We thought it would get snapped right up, but it didn’t. We got really frustrated and didn’t know what to do. A friend of ours had bought a house from a straight-shooter and thought he would be able to get our place sold. Little did we know that he would not only be our real estate agent who would sell our place, he also our friend. John needed some new head shots and lucky for him, I had a camera.

If you are in the market for a home here in Charlotte, he’s your guy. Hands down the best guy to work with, even behind the camera.

{dog shoot} Sylvie Grace & Atticus Finch | Charlotte Pet Photographer | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:21:01 +0000

From the pre-shoot survey, I could tell that this was going to be a super fun shoot. And from the moment I walked in the door to the moment I left, two pugs proved me right. Meet Sylvie Grace and Atticus Finch.

From their little paws…

to their funny little faces…

Pugs are always fun to photograph. And don’t get me started on their owners. Look at this super cute little family.

And these pugs love the camera.

This is three year old Sylvie Grace. She’s the first pug that joined the family.

Loves people, really smart and a total princess.

And here’s four year old Atticus Finch. He joined the family from a pug rescue group.

He loves eating, playing with his rope toy and snores like it’s his business.

And the two together equal never a dull moment around this house. They get along like peas and carrots.

They love going on walks together.

They even have a piece of art that matches them. It’s made out of legos by Meagan’s husband Eric. How cool…right?

I had a blast hanging out, getting kisses and laughing at all the snorts.

{sneak peek} What’s that noise? | matthews nc pet photographer | tish mackay photography

Tish Mackay — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:20:41 +0000

Have you ever heard a noise that just makes you laugh? This session was filled with snorts and lots of dog kisses.

Here’s a hint to the breed. More to come soon. Oh, and it was double the fun.

{headshot} Tomer | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:17:00 +0000

My brother has always been there for me. At graduations, at my wedding and usually when I call. He loves to introduce me as his witty younger sister. He needed to update his picture for some marketing materials so I asked to help out. I will add I was very lucky to have a funny sister-in-law in the wings that assisted with getting Tomer to smile. Here are a few photos from our session.

Check out Tomer’s blog about technology and marketing.

{dog} wrinkles | Charlotte NC Pet Photographer | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:46:08 +0000

Sometimes wrinkles are cute. And on a Monday after a weekend of fun, who doesn’t love these wrinkles?

We recently had a housewarming and Laker, our Boxer, was the hit of the party. He ate ice from the bucket with beers and wine, he sang everyone a song that walked through our door and at the end of the night, he crashed on the couch. Some say wrinkles come from worry, but not for this dog; his come from cuteness.

{sneak peek} Tomer | Headshot | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:44:55 +0000

He’s five years older than me. We hated each other when we were younger, but over the years things changed. He became the person I called when I needed advice or just tips on things technology. He’s the voice of reason, he’s the nutty guy that falls asleep watching TV and he’s my brother. Here’s a peek at his headshot.

{giving back} Birkdale Village Adoption Event | Huntersville, NC

Tish Mackay — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:24:51 +0000

Project HALO was out in full force at Birkdale Village in Huntersville, NC this past Saturday. Lots friendly faces stopped by to see some new and returning dogs. Here are a few from the event.

Remember Sugar? She’s been to a few Birkdale Village adoption events in the past. Sugar came to Project HALO from a puppy mill bust in Denver about a year ago. She is really sweet (just like her name) and loves belly rubs.

Patches is Sugar’s sister. She loves playing with toys and she loves the camera.

Peanut is just silly. He’s a very active dog and could be a perfect dog for all of you training for 5K races this spring.

And for the good news of the day, Brandy is not available because she is ADOPTED.

Meet Joy. She is a great dog with a really kind face. I even had a hard time not giving her treats.

All of these dogs along with some others can be found on the Project HALO website. Feel free to fill out an application if you would like to volunteer at an event or even foster.