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Focal. Pawtraits, Kerikeri (2025)

15/08/2023

With her head up in the clouds I couldn't resist catching a shot of this beautiful girl, Cloud.
She is such a sweet old girl, we truly haven't done enough to deserve companions like dogs.

10/08/2023

Fish! These beautiful creatures deserve their moment in the spotlight just as much as our other fluffy friends.
This shot was taken while I was on holiday in San Francisco and it was quite calming watching this little guy glide about and explore while I waited for the perfect shot. The colours of different fish are so vibrant and stunning, there is plenty of opportunity for some creative photographs.

08/08/2023

One image that received a lot of attention at our market last month was of this adorable duckling. As we get closer and closer to Spring, I am excited to see more of these adorable creatures waddling about.

We have this image printed and ready to sell for $20 as a 5x7" photograph, put together with a black mat and our own custom 3D printed signature. Images have been cut to a standard size to make them easy to frame.
We can produce any of our images in this style at a variety of sizes, so get in touch if you're interested and keep a look out for more posts showing our collection of ready to sell prints.

06/08/2023

This months is from Little Levi's second photoshoot when he was just a small kitten.
He never passed up an opportunity to throw his arms up in an action of play, especially whilst lazing about on his back. Swipe to the right to check out his best Dracula impression 🧛‍♂️

03/08/2023

Pets have an incredible knack for keeping us active and energized, no matter the elements outside. Even though it's winter there is so much joy spending outdoor time with our pets, and seeing their excitement as they sniff about and explore.

Here is a photo of a very adventurous pup, Raffa, who agrees with the thrill of spending time in nature with his owners. He loved enjoying some well-deserved exploration in the bushes and couldn't help getting distracted at every leaf that passed him by.

01/08/2023

Here we have some European Chickens all the way from Brummen, Netherlands! After a quick Google search, I believe they belong to the Booted Bantam breed, given the abundance of feathers on their feet. This gives them such a stylish look, as they posed with so much character for their Pawtrait.

Chickens make fantastic pets; they are highly entertaining to watch and, with the number of eggs they lay, quite practical too! Maybe one day, we'll have our own and proudly share more up-close and personal chook photographs.

27/07/2023

Luna is now 4 months old, and we have loved seeing her grow into a responsible pup over the past few months. Here's a little July update post for anyone wanting their monthly dose of adorableness.

Special thanks to Pet Essentials Kerikeri for Luna's new harness - she is having a great time exploring with it.

25/07/2023

We don't just focus on cute and fluffy pets, we love capturing the smaller creatures in the animal kingdom too!

One summer day when I was relaxing by the pool, I spotted a bunch of bees swarming around the pollen of a Ponytail Palm . It was very cool to see how busy they were with their little schedules. I couldn't help but run for my camera to capture the moment. Although, I had to do quite a bit of bee-saving as a few of them took an unplanned dip in the pool during the photo shoot (smart in some ways but not all). Here are a few close ups I got from the day - so cute and fuzzy!

20/07/2023

Meet Misty, my fluffy British Blue beaut for 15 years! Her captivating green eyes really draw you into the image in this black and white series, showcasing her majestic beauty. From cuddling on comfy duvets to stealing licks from my chicken noodle bowl, she really was the best cat and the past few years haven't been the same without her.

18/07/2023

If you're looking for a great place to go in Kerikeri, then check out to see such beautiful birds and even hold some!

The Parrot Place is a bird park in the centre of Kerikeri that also offers a variety of pet supplies and birds to purchase. Photographed is one of their amazing Macaws as he nestles into the trees and stared down my camera lens.

13/07/2023

The next set of images from our 'Pawprints and Playthings' series is of Bailey and her toys. She is a beautiful Labradoodle who enjoys jumping in the pool for a swim and bringing them back to continue the fun. Even at 13 years Bailey has so much energy and we adored spending the evening with her.
She got a bit tired at the end of the play session and instead of jumping in for her ball, she sat at the edge of the pool looking longingly for someone to retrieve it.

11/07/2023

Coast to Coast Cat Rescue rescue is a charitable organisation dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of cats. The volunteers there do such an amazing job looking after all the cats in their care, but with 150 of them to take care of, they need to find homes for them so they can continue the work they do.
If you are looking to get a cat, please get in touch with them, they have cats of all ages and personalities so you are sure to find the best suited pet for you.
Here are some of the beautiful cats they have ready for adoption - it struck me how cuddly and confident these cats are which truly shows how much of an amazing job this organisation does.
Email [email protected] if you want to donate money or adopt a kitty, and check them out on facebook for more details.

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07/07/2023

And the winning photo from our June Pet Photography Competition is... Stephanie Corp! We thought Faye was just adorable with such vibrant colours, and the photo was well taken with a great composition. We look forward to setting up a time with you to come meet Faye and take more great photos of her and organize a framed print for you.

We had so many amazing submissions, we decided to also provide a prize for the runner up of this competition, which was rewarded to... Lena Watene! Nova and Remy showed their photographic side in your images and we adored their gorgeous faces smiling for the camera. We would like to offer you a 50% discount on one of our Pawtrait Packages, for you to use at any time.

After some discussion, we also want to show appreciation towards everyone who participated in our first pet competition. We loved that you all got involved and showed us your gorgeous pets, so we would like to offer the remaining participants a $50 discount voucher that you can use on any of our Pawtrait Packages!

We will be in touch with everyone from the competition to give out the vouchers, so keep an eye out in your messages, and we hope to see all your lovely pets in person sometime soon!

06/07/2023

We had a fantastic time at the Kerikeri Market on Saturday, it was lovely to chat to the locals and see some of your dogs out and about!

Here were a few snaps we got from the event - We look forward to seeing you all again at the market in August, we offer some free photos of your pets, so bring them along! We will also have a very special guest come along with us.. Luna! My little pup will experience her first public event, so come along if you want to say hi.

04/07/2023

We received some amazing photos of your beautiful pets for our June Pet Photography Competition. Take a look at all of the submissions, and stay tuned for this Friday 7th July where we will annouce the winner of the free Pawtrait photoshoot & framed print from the session.

02/07/2023

This week's Silly Sunday post celebrates the charming yawns of our beloved felines. Each cat showcases its unique and amusing facial expression during this regular occurrence, making us adore them even more!
We've captured a few photos of cats mid-yawn, and perhaps they will induce a yawn in you too? We have heard that cats are susceptible to the contagious yawning phenomenon, just like humans, so we challenge you to give it a go with your cat and share the results if it works! Snap a picture of your feline in the moment and contribute it to our and show everyone your adorable cat mid-yawn.

29/06/2023

This month, Luna's growth has been astonishing as she has doubled in size! The first months with your puppy are crucial for learning, so we've been proactive in addressing her toilet training and teaching her important commands like sitting, waiting, and coming to us when called. She has been doing well for a little pup (apart from her consistent teething) and I am glad to see she hasn't grown out of her habit to jump into our laps the second she can.

I managed to capture some more pics of Luna this month, and I'm excited to share them with you. As she's soon to be fully vaccinated, we're eagerly looking forward to taking her out for numerous walks and socializing opportunities. We cannot wait for her to explore the world and interact with other dogs and people, maybe we will see you out and about some day!

27/06/2023

When working with animals in portrait photography, it is crucial to consider the angles that best capture their unique personalities. At Focal. Pawtraits, we always want to showcase the beauty of your pet by providing a variety of photographs to admire them from.

In this shot, we have a stunning Cockatoo gazing directly into the camera lens, captured from a front-on perspective. This angle creates a dramatic and engaging shot, placing the animal right at the center of attention. Perhaps this handsome bird was admiring his reflection in the lens, as he puffs out his feathers in confidence and doesn't turn away from the camera.

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