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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.

{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} 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.

{newborn} Snips, Snails and Puppy-Dog Tails | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:46:02 +0000

It didn’t start off well. He came in the house in his little car seat all bundled from the cold afternoon. As soon as I saw his little face, I had to smile. Funny thing is, he began to cry. I was worried I scared him or upset his day, but it was neither. He bounced right back into his happy mood as soon as he was lifted from his seat. All he wanted was to be held.

Hudson joined our family two months ago. He’s such a handsome little boy full of personality.

Oh, and before I forget. Hudson has his very own guard dog – - Lucy. She made sure that I didn’t harm Hudson. Check out her ears.

{sneak peek} Hudson | Charlotte NC Baby Photographer | Tish Mackay Photography

Tish Mackay — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:13:47 +0000

Nothing beats the smile of a newborn. They make the sweetest noises from their little sneezes to their giggles. Here’s a peek of Hudson, the newest addition to our family.

Did you see those cute little toes? More to come soon!

{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.

{giving back} Wachovia Adoption Event | Project HALO | Charlotte, NC

Tish Mackay — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:28:29 +0000

Project HALO was out and about yesterday at Wachovia in Uptown Charlotte, NC with some new and familiar furry faces.

Meet Calvin. He’s a senior dog with lots of spunk.

Here’s Hazel. She’s the first Chinese Crescent-Pug mix I have ever met or photographed. She is warm to the touch and loves to near you.

You might remember this dog from some of the Birkdale Village adoption events. Rufus is the best. He loves toys that squeak and lots of head rubs. He’s a lover for sure!

Try and say no to that little face. Cletus, another Chinese Crescent-Pug mix, is all personality and LOVES to cuddle like it is no one’s business.

Cassidy was adopted out last night to a really cute family. Congrats!

Dutchess is another one you might have seen before as well. She is actually the sister of Rufus. She’s a medium sized lab mix, very mellow and great with kids too!

If you are interested in adopting any of these available dogs, please contact Project HALO.

Another adoption event and also a microchip clinic will take place this Saturday January 23rd at Birkdale Village in Huntersville, NC from 11:30am-2:30pm. Hope to see you there!

{promo} Mini-Valentine’s Day Sessions

Tish Mackay — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:48:55 +0000

{fave} Coffee and Conversation

Tish Mackay — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:39:21 +0000

You know that person you can call after weeks or even years of not talking and the conversation just picks up where it left off? That would be exactly how I would describe my friendship with Elisabeth. We met in college over our love for a band and over the years since graduation we have been lucky enough to stay in touch. That means through all the moves to different cities such as Charlotte for me, but LA, Ireland and back to LA again for her. When she comes into town, I beg ask her to meet me at our favorite coffee place to catch up.

Elisabeth is a scarf person. Even if it might be 90 degrees in LA, that girl always rocks a scarf. Lucky for her, the day she came to visit in Charlotte, we got lots of cold windy weather.

Elisabeth is witty, smart and such a great writer. Check out her blog to see what I mean.

I am not sure if it is the coffee or our friendship, but together they make up a favorite of mine. I can’t tell you how many times something happens in my life and Elisabeth has been there to pick up the pieces, be supportive or just provide a laugh. As much as I hate that she is on another coast, I am so glad that she is just a phone call away. Happy Friday!

{giving back} where everybody knows your name

Tish Mackay — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 04:24:55 +0000

Last weekend, I had the opportunity to shoot for Project HALO Santa pictures at South Park in Charlotte, NC. I saw lots of shoppers, some really cute kids and a regular named Charlie. You might remember Charlie from a post back this summer at a Project HALO aadoption event. Charlie came to get his pictures with Santa along with his new mom. I was so excited to see him so happy running up the path to jump into Santa’s lap for his Christmas picture.

Did I mention that his Christmas sweater was almost as cute as him? Nothing makes my holiday brighter more than to see a dog in a forever home. Thank you to everyone who has adopted a furry friend this past year.

“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” ~ Roger Caras