My son and I love going to Art from the Heart’s paint your own pottery studio. We have so much fun chatting and painting, and “gettin’ our creativity on!” I’m so fortunate to have gotten to know the owners, Lisa Haas and Dolena Sinclair, quite well. Not only are they wonderful people and friends, but they are savvy business women, always full of advice and experience. And when you come to their studio to paint, you can bet you will leave knowing how to load your brush! When they asked me if I was interested in partnering with them to do a Paws and Prints event, I danced a happy dance! (I was just a little bit excited…haha!)
It was wildly successful. Teehee. The concept is just beautiful…Art from the Heart pressed the paws of our four legged clients into clay, and KPP set up in AFTH’s studio to take portraits. The doggies were fabulous. Their peeps were perfect. We had way too much fun doing this….I just can’t get over some of these images. Of course many of my faves are the behind the scenes shots that I was able to capture in between the actual portraits. Dolena was a master trainer for the event. With treat in hand, she had those pups rolling over, high-fiving and even dancing with her! Lisa was so gentle with each pet as she pressed their little paws into the clay…what a memory that made.
Here are a few of our little models for the evening…
I love this first one…he is so intrigued by me and my camera..but yes, he finally found Dolena and his treat.
Always enough time to give mom high fives..
It’s so funny how different things bring joy to different people. Looking at these images makes me happy..teary-eyed and all mushy. The love of an animal is just precious. I’m so happy that KPP and Art From the Heart made these memories for these pets, and their peeps. Can’t wait till the next Paws and Prints!
I love photos of animals, especially dogs. These are very unique and truly catch their energy. I’m glad I got to see them!
Thank you Sue!
Karen, this sounds like an amazing event! What a cool way to contribute to the community, as well as get the word out about your biz. Hope you got some press from this! 🙂
Thanks so much Donna! This actually was not a give back event..although I do team with Art from the Heart and several other women owned business in the Fall to do a Toys for Tots give back that includes pictures with St. Nick! Stay tuned, you’ll be hearing about it:-) Thank you for taking the time to read about our Paws and Prints!!! xo
These are precious! Thanks for sharing, Karen.
Thanks Brandi!
Karen – it sounds like a great event and that everyone involved had a great time! Your images are amazing – you did a great job capturing the essence of your furry subjects. Thanks so much for sharing!
Thank you so much Melanie…they stole my heart!!
Oh, what a fun idea! What treasures to keep from your pet! The pictures are just awesome, too. I love pottery and was just thinking about picking it back up again as a pastime. Now I am inspired!
Lisa, you must! Wish you lived near Stafford, Lisa and Dolena are exceptional!
Looks like a good time. Love the pics.
Thank you Kathy! I love photographing animals…so so much!
What beautiful pictures. I always wondered how you get animals to sit pretty for pictures.