Sneak Peek from the Harris Hawk/Red Tail Hawk shoot from today

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Did you see Target's Sunday Circular Ad this Week?

It was so much fun to reach for the Sunday paper and see the Target circular insert. For many years I have been providing animal actors for Target (and still do) but this is the first time I actually was the photographer for an ad. I did not shoot the product just the dogs and cat but I am pretty happy with results.

all images © Barbara O'Brien Photography We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of western Wisconsin but have camera and will travel. Images are available for reproduction. Please e-mail or call with intended usage, size of print run, distribution. Barbara O'Brien Photography 612 812 8788 cell 715 448 3456 home barbara@barbaraobrienphoto.com

Kevin's Kitty Kare

Kevin's Kitty Kare is a spoof on the recent phenomena of Doggie Daycare. A total of 17 cats, two trainers and assorted crew, (who proved to be surprisingly good at cat herding) were used to create this series of images. The morning drop off, feeding time, grooming time, playtime and nap time, are meant to mimic what happens at Doggie Daycares around the country.

The most difficult part of the shoot was keeping the cats interested and engaged on set. Ok, I admit it, the most difficult part of the shoot was keeping the cats on the set.

Through this series, I am hoping to showcase my ability to photograph numerous animals at once while showing a fun playful side to my work. Big thanks to my awesome crew and out location, Shelter Studios, Minneapolis, Minnesota  for their help with this shoot,

Morning Reception Time

Feeding Time

 Play Time

Bath Time

 Nap Time

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Woman and Her Dog both Wearing Coats

Here is another image from my recent open call audition. This lovely woman came in with her little dog and I couldn't get over how much their interesting coats and the woman's amazing hat. I asked if it was an ushanka ( a russian hat usually made of fur)  and she expressed amazement that I knew what it was. She said it was very old and starting to wear out, but I think that it what made it so wonderful. She graciously agreed to let me photograph her and her dog together. I am really drawn to her enigmatic smile and I think it makes the shot.

all images © Barbara O'Brien Photography We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of western Wisconsin but have camera and will travel. Images are available for reproduction. Please e-mail or call with intended usage, size of print run, distribution. Barbara O'Brien Photography 612 812 8788 cell 715 448 3456 home barbara@barbaraobrienphoto.com

Fashion on the Farm gets Another Nice Mention.

Click on the image to see the story. It looks so much better properly scaled. So much fun to see Hollie Mae Schultz and my project moving around the internet.

all images © Barbara O'Brien Photography We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of western Wisconsin but have camera and will travel. Images are available for reproduction. Please e-mail or call with intended usage, size of print run, distribution. Barbara O'Brien Photography 612 812 8788 cell 715 448 3456 home barbara@barbaraobrienphoto.com