Animal photography Archives - TettyBetty TettyBetty Tue, 05 Feb 2019 09:31:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Photographer Captures the Whimsical Side Of Dogs https://tettybetty.com/photographer-captures-the-whimsical-side-of-dogs/ Sun, 10 Feb 2019 08:08:05 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=19756 Ria Putzker is a 21-year-old photographer from Austria whose favorite thing is to take photos of dogs. “It has been my passion for about 3 years now,” Putzker writes. “Dogs fascinated me in many ways since I was young. My two biggest inspirations are my own dogs, 7-year old Dachshund mix Phoebe and 1-year old […]

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]]> Ria Putzker is a 21-year-old photographer from Austria whose favorite thing is to take photos of dogs. “It has been my passion for about 3 years now,” Putzker writes. “Dogs fascinated me in many ways since I was young. My two biggest inspirations are my own dogs, 7-year old Dachshund mix Phoebe and 1-year old rescue dog Maki!”

Ria’s goal is to capture personality of dogs and to make people smile with her photos. “Through photography, I met a lot of awesome dogs and cool people, it also helped me to get through hard times,” she confesses.

See some of her best photos below.

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]]> Stunning Animal Portraits Speak for the Endangered Species https://tettybetty.com/stunning-animal-portraits-speak-for-the-endangered-species/ Mon, 28 Jan 2019 14:32:11 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=19032 Andreas Häggkvist is a Swedish artist who creates stunning animal portraits with one goal – to raise awareness for the endangered species. His photos of wildlife and descriptions she shares along are meant to inspire everyone to take some time out of their day and think about what’s happening in the world. “Just as with […]

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]]> Andreas Häggkvist is a Swedish artist who creates stunning animal portraits with one goal – to raise awareness for the endangered species. His photos of wildlife and descriptions she shares along are meant to inspire everyone to take some time out of their day and think about what’s happening in the world.

“Just as with melodies, visual images stick with us more than just words. Using the power that art contains, there really is an opportunity for an artist to make a movement for an important cause,” he says.

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”I got your back” . Hey guys, what’s up? I made this piece thinking of all those who are there for you, the people willing and prepared to unconditionally defend and support someone. That supportive shoulder you trustworthy can rest your head upon. . Because for me, today, it´s ALL of you guys. I´d like to thank every single one of you for the amazing respons that you shown me, the support and kindness has been almost overwelming. It honestly blows my mind that my giveaway reached so many people, and you are all so positive and loving it really is such a beautiful thing. You are all amazing! Thank you. . So, tell me, do you have that certain someone in your life? A little bird on your shoulder singing support in your ear? . . . #wildlife #artist #animalrights #moodygrams #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #arty #artsy #ps_magic #hubs_united #portrait_shots #portraits_mf #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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"Hold your horses” . Social media. It has become so integrated into the fabric of our lives that when you meet somebody who has sworn it off entirely, it’s actually a cause for conversation. . It’s has changes the way we view and interact with society, our friends, do our networking and for some; even work. But it can also be an abundant source of stress. I would guess a few of you know exactly what I´m talking about;) . The great thing about our body is that its designed to respond well to short bursts of stress. But when stress is prolonged and triggered repeatedly it could mean trouble. My trick for couping with this; unless I feel energized, motivated, excited, creative and fully engaged, I´ll press pause. BEFORE the stress feels overwhelming. . It's kinda obvious, I know, but it’s harder than it sounds! A year ago I couldn’t go more than a couple of hours without checking whats happening (FOMO), but today I can actually let Instagram chill for a day or two. Yay me (self-five). . Its important to keep stress levels in check my friends, so be sure to take good care of yourself. Listed to your bodies! And learn how to relax. . . . #ps_daydream #portraitpage #arty #artsy #hubs_united #portrait_shots #portraits_mf #portrait #ps_magic #ig_creative_edits #discoveredits #thecreativers #theuniversalart #createexplore #visualmobz #dailyart #portraits #art #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart

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”Lovebirds” . "So, its Christmas time again and, to borrow the words of John Paul Young’s song, “Love is in the air”. As it is every Christmas. It is featured in the songs we hear on the radio, in the stores as we shop for presents and in the commercials we see on TV. Love is present in the cards we send and in the words we write on the tags we attach to the presents we give. . As a child, I delighted in every aspect of the holiday season—the music, the decorations, the snowy weather and of course… the gift giving.  It was all magical. . But as you get older, it becomes more and more focused on other things. Everything that has to be done, fixed and more importantly; bought. At what age did we actually make the switch from traditional Christmas values of family time, celebrating love, valuing the simple joys and sharing. Does it really take a bunch of videogames, clothing, gadgets, and toys to make this season enjoyable? . Are we missing the point of Christmas as adults? Are we forgetting the magic? Can we do the holidays without the crazed explosion of gifts? This is what we asked ourself in our family this christmas. And we really did a effort to narrow down the christmas list. We each bought ONE present. And let me tell you, nothing changed. Quite the opposite, actually. It was a blessing shifting the fokus from the presents, to just… enjoying. . So, it makes me wonder. What the real meaning of Christmas? Is it the gifts under the tree, the lights in the windows, the cards in the mail, dinner with family and friends or the snow in the yard. . The real point here is not to criticize the act and idea of how you spending your christmas, but to think about what christmas is to you. And your family. Maybe its not buying more presents than last year. Maybe Christmas is a symbol of love, not money. . . . #lovebirds #birdsofparadise #christmastime #whatischristmas #composition  #stockholmsyndrome #digitalart #animallovers #helpanimals #digitalartist #animalartist #photoshopart #digitalartwork #digitaldesign #dailyart #instagramart #worldofartist #instagramartist #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artistsofinstagram

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”Dots of love” . Hey guys what’s up? I made this in celebration of jaguars on the first-ever International Jaguar Day (Although I didn’t finish it in time🙃). . Jaguars, with their majestic spotted coats and their silent, silky movements, are the iconic big cat of the wild. They are superstrong, a jaguar’s ultra-strong jaws and teeth can bite through a crocodile skull or turtle shell, but nevertheless, their future is in OUR hands. . The jaguar is under serious pressure. Jaguars now occupy less than half of their historical range. They’re so elusive that we don’t know exactly how many are left in the wild – but we do know their numbers are dropping. . Jaguars are important because they play a big role in controlling the populations of other species, so by protecting jaguars and the places where they live, we’re also helping to look after other wildlife. A win-win;) . Lets help ensure they have a fighting chance for a bright future, okay? . . . #jaguar #internationaljaguarday #savethejaguar #wildlifeplanet #enter_imagination #igcreative_edits #savetheanimals #wwf #discoveredits #wildlife #visual_creatorz #weekly_feature #edit_grams #artofvisuals #launchdsigns #xceptionaledits #creartmood #creative_ace #theuniversalart #thecreativers #moodygrams #digitalart #milliondollarvisuals #animalrights #photomanipulation #createexplore #artistsoninstagram #photoshop

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”A falling star” . If you had one wish, that absolutely would come true, what would you wish for? . Hi gang! You know, now when everybody is doing the 10 year challenge, I cannot help but think; where will this big bear be the next time this challenge come around? I love the polar bear. I don’t know if it’s because I’m from a northern country myself, and can relate to the cold climate and a constantly running nose (which I’m pretty sure are the key characteristic of a polar bear, right?). . Fact is, this is one of the toughest animals on the planet. Polar bears are well adapted to survive in one of the harshest environments on our planet. No, I’m not talking about christmas with the relatives, I’m talking about ice-cold frosty air and near-freezing water. They do this with a layer of fat called ”blubber”. BLUBBER! I mean, c´mon… I’m pretty sure its humanly impossible NOT to love a creature that consist of something called blubber. . Sadly, these majestic creatures are very vulnerable, and the biggest threat to polar bears is climate change. Rising global temperatures means that sea ice is melting earlier and forming later each year, leaving polar bears less time to hunt for food. But the good news is you can help these amazing animals! Avoid palm-oil, use less plastic thingys and turn off the lights as often as you can. You know, the little things. They do matter. . So, I guess that’s MY wish today. For you to give Fuzzy McClaws a thought, and maybe skip that plastic straw when getting your next burger. . Yes, I named him Fuzzy McClaws. It was either that or Ron. . . . #thecreativers #ps_reflections #digitalmanipulations #creativegrammer #learn_photoshop #creativeoptic #gramslayers #visualambassadors #photomanipulation #launchdsigns #manipulationclan #creativemobs #bestvisualz #edit_grams #xceptionaledits #serialshooters #strangertonez #createmanipulation #lightmobs #thecreateart #visual_creatorz #conceptart #theuniversalart

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Yin yang. . It may not be obvious by a quick look, but this piece is actually inspired by Yin and Yang. Look close, and you can see a little of black in the white, and vice versa. I find this to be a pretty interesting concept. Two halves that together complete wholeness. Opposite forces that actually are complementary, and how they give rise to each other. It’s a beautiful thought, and I kind of think it relates in everything around us. . Nothing in the universe or in life is simply black or white. Each exists in the other and each needs the other in order to exist. . Lately I've been giving some thought to extremes and how often we look at situations from extreme points of view. It's so easy to label something as "good" or "bad" so we do just that rather than really giving it thought and figuring out what it really is. But, as Van Morrison said, "There is no black and white situation. It's all part of life. Highs, lows, middles.” . I think when we attempt to classify things in very general categories, we limit ourselves and the world around us. It can be very tempting to look at a situation or even another person with an all-or-nothing outlook, but it's usually not going to bring out the true nature of that situation or person. Most things are much more complex than a single adjective or label. We miss out on seeing the true complexities of the world around us. So, my advice. Let go of your expectations and look for the grey areas! . Do you find yourself looking at the world in black and white? . . . #yinyang #balance #blackandwhite #whitetiger #blackjaguar #moodygrams #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #ps_magic #hubs_united #portrait_shots #portraits_mf #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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”Leap of faith" . I’ve been on a bit of a self-help kick in my writing lately. And given the positive response from my last post, I figured I would continue my journey and write about another topic that might be of interest. The leap of faith. . We all want the perfect life right, but getting the life you want often means making some big changes in some part of your existing life, whether its career, relationships, city etc. Change is always a fun idea in theory, but, in practice, it’s not always so easy as it sounds. Because you can never really know for sure if your efforts actually will change your life in the direction you want to go. . So there is always going to be that fear of the unknown. Thats means if you really want to change your life, you must take a leap of faith. As a great philosopher once said, ”Do or do not. There is no try.” . There is actually no other way in reaching your goals, so you’ll have to believe that good things will happen when you choose to change your life. Luckly; a leap of faith is not totally blind faith. You do have a lifetime of knowledge and skills that will help you in your pursuit of the dream;) . So, is there any part of your life you would like to change? . . . #wildlife #frogs #leapoffaith #daretodream #dreamon #fox #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #arty #artsy #hubs_united #portrait_shots #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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”The Guardian” . Hey guys, its 2019! What are your SPECIFIC goals for this year? . New year – fresh start, right?, A do-over, that motivates you to try something new. That is usually how it goes. When we talk about the new year, one word often comes to mind: resolutions! Lose weight, get out more, save money, engage in a hobby, spend more time with friends, pick up that camera… But, what actually happens after you’ve made that resolution? Do you carry it out? . Let me tell you about something that have worked for me for the last couple of years. Instead of making resolutions, set measurable goals. I find it´s more likely to lead to success in seeing your hopes and dreams come true. . So this year, why not try to be specific! Too often, people tend to set goals that are vague and unrealistic. ”Read more books”, or ”see more plays” Not only does this lead to frustration, but it also decreases the likelihood of actually achieving the goal. . And hey, just a friendly reminder; stop comprising yourself to others! When you are working towards improving your life, it is common to compare yourself to other people. Instagram doesn’t help here; your feed overflows with announcements of your friends’ new love interests, achievements and new jobs. How does this serve you, exactly? It doesn’t;) Follow your own path. . Lastly, remember; big success is made up of small victories. Enjoy the process! Having goals is important; however, we don’t stop living while we pursue them. Life happens while you are in the midst of seeing your dreams being realized! . . . #newyearresolutions #guardianangel #lioncub #digitalart #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #digitalartist #animalartist #photoshopart #digitalartwork #digitaldesign #dailyart #instagramart #worldofartist #instagramartist #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artistsofinstagram #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart

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”Built to last” . Ever since I was a kid I always loved building things. My earliest memories are of creating Lego cities complete with tall buildings, fire- and policestation, stores and of course.. a big castle. . A couple of years later I can remember ditching my Lego kits for a computer, and then, well, it’s safe to say my whole world changed, but my fascination with building things didn’t. In fact, one of the first games that got me excited about computers was Sim City, where, just like with my Lego’s — I was able to build my own cities. . What really captivated me about Sim City as a kid was the fact that I could build something and then see a simulation actually take what I built and poof — generate a real world around it. Those roads that I spent all that time building now had cars zipping along on them, my stores, oh yeah — they were in business. . In college I stopped playing games almost entirely and jumped on a program of graphi design. Boom! Mind blown again, now I was creating ads, folders, businesscards, logos and magazines from scratch, or it least that’s what it felt like. I really enjoyed the challenge of every design software, whether it was InDesign, Illustrator or Photoshop. They all let me play freely, with only my own mind as the limit. . Yeah, that was many years ago now, but its still equally exciting everytime I have time to sit in front of the computer, with a blanc canvas, and just… build something. And I´m SO excited to see what kind of tools our kids will use to build stuff with in the future, and turn their visions into reality. . Do you create things? What do you love to build? . . . #wearecreators #createyourownworld #mychildhooddreams #simcity #ifyoubuildittheywillcome #flamingo #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #arty #artsy #hubs_united #portrait_shots #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart

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”Swan Lake” . What is your dream place you always wanted to visit but not yet haven’t? . It’s a pretty easy decision for me, it’s definitely South Africa. The country’s diverse landscapes, the national parks, the mountains, the cool caves, rivers and of course… all the animals. All in one trip. Just imagine all the amazing photographic opportunities! . Even Teddy Roosevelt dreamed of, and eventually took, an African safari. In 1915, he wrote about “the strong attraction of the silent places, of the large tropic moons, and the splendor of the new stars.” It seems fitting that around 15 percent would choose a trip to South Africa for their dream vacation;) . So yeah, I just went from computer-mode here in wintery Sweden to dream-travel to South Africa just like that. Haha. I think I’m going to have to rewatch Madagascar now! . So tell me, what’s your dream trip? . . . #swanlake #digital_indo #way2ill #killergrams #splendid_vibe #gramslayers #heatercentral #creative_ace #beautifuldestinations #thecreativers #visualmobs #simplycooldesign #milliondollarvisuals #creativegrammer # Xceptionaledits #graphicdesign #visualgrams #Graphicdesigner #serialshooters #artofinstagram #hypebeast #artinspiration #illgrammers #ourmoodydays #photoshopcc #artoftones #graphicroozane #lion #photoshop

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”I feel love” . What is your favourite wild animal? . So, as you can see and probably just figured out by this post, I really like the giraffe. I´ve always related to animals that look a little odd 😉, and defies what the phrase ”normal” often stands for (even though I really don’t like that word). I have always admired giraffes for their long necks and knobby knees, but I became truly obsessed with them about a year ago when read up on the giraffe and got to know the animal a little better. It almost felt like i´ve found my spirit animal. No other animal could so perfectly match my height, clumsiness and overall goofiness as the giraffe;) . As some of you already have noticed, giraffes are quite tall. They're not just tall; they're the tallest animals on the entire planet. Their height is rivaled by none. Literally. But did you know that every giraffe's pattern is unique. Just like every human is different, every giraffe is different. Each one has a pattern that no giraffe has ever had, has or will have. . Another awesome fact, female giraffes give birth standing up. The result? Newborns are welcomed to the world with a 1.5m drop to the ground! Ouch! But these infants are quick to get on their feet – within 30 minutes they are standing, and only hours later they’re able to run with their mothers. How cool is that? . And if all these facts wasn´t enough to convince you of the giraffes awesomeness, let me tell you; they have figured out to use their own butt as a pillow when they sleep! . So yeah… I mean. What’s not to love? Sadly the giraffe is on the list over critically endangered animals, after years of habitat destruction and poaching. So next time you sit next to a giraffe on the bus, be sure to show him some extra love. They truly deserve it! . . . #wildlife #giraffe #savetheanimals #wwf #criticallyendangered  #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #animalrights #ps_opposites #creative_ace #gramslayers #heatercentral #visualmobs #milliondollarvisuals #illgrammers #worldofartist #artofinstagram #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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]]> Mice in Tulips is the Cutest Thing You’ll See Today https://tettybetty.com/mice-in-tulips-is-the-cutest-thing-youll-see-today/ Fri, 07 Dec 2018 12:47:31 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=15922 Need a dose of cuteness in your life? Look no further than Captivelight Photography’s series of harvest mice resting in tulips. Run by British photographer Miles Herbert, Captivelight Photography organizes workshops that are aimed at people who want to learn the best way to photograph members of the animal world like birds, reptiles, and rodents. […]

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]]> Need a dose of cuteness in your life? Look no further than Captivelight Photography’s series of harvest mice resting in tulips.

Run by British photographer Miles Herbert, Captivelight Photography organizes workshops that are aimed at people who want to learn the best way to photograph members of the animal world like birds, reptiles, and rodents. However, these tuitions end up not only helping amateur photographers but also result in great photographs. That’s how we ended up with adorable photos of mice in tulips.

“These harvest Mice were photographed in an indoor studio,” – Herbert told Bored Panda. “We provide a service for photographers looking for high impact pictures of the animals, and using a purpose-built studio means that we are not weather dependent. There is also an option to photograph animals outside if the client wishes, our other specialty is frogs!”

Now enough with the talking, let’s check out those super cute mice.

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]]> Dogs Before and After Japanese Grooming https://tettybetty.com/dogs-before-and-after-japanese-grooming/ Tue, 27 Nov 2018 12:24:30 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=15495 Animal photographer Grace Chon took these photos of cute dogs before and after Japanese grooming for her photo series titled Hairy. “All the dogs have been groomed in a Japanese grooming style,” Chon says. “Japanese dog grooming does not follow the rules of traditional, breed-standard grooming. In fact, it only has one mission ― to […]

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]]> Animal photographer Grace Chon took these photos of cute dogs before and after Japanese grooming for her photo series titled Hairy.

“All the dogs have been groomed in a Japanese grooming style,” Chon says. “Japanese dog grooming does not follow the rules of traditional, breed-standard grooming. In fact, it only has one mission ― to bring out the dogs’ individual personalities and make them look as adorable as possible! With extreme attention to detail and careful consideration of a pup’s best attributes, Japanese dog groomers and salons achieve the perfect transformations by forgetting the uniform looks and getting creative.”

The series is also available as a book titled Puppy Styled.

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I'm incredibly honored that my HAIRY series was selected as a winner of THE FENCE 2018. It is a large-scale traveling photography exhibition reaching 6 million visitors annually through open-air exhibitions in 8 cities across North America. 5 before + after images will be displayed in BROOKLYN, BOSTON, ATLANTA, SANTA FE, DURHAM, DENVER, SARASOTA, and CALGARY. If you live in any of these cities, I hope you'll get a chance to check it out! . Right now the exhibit is in Brooklyn, until September 10th. If you're in New York I hope you can go see it in person, and if you go, please send me photos!!! And if your dogs are in the shots, even better! Thanks to @thebrooklynbettina for this adorable shot of her dog Lily in front of my images, and to @beccagilmartin for the video. And most of all, thank you to the jury and @photovillenyc @united_photo ! . . #gracechoninc #hairyseries #commercialphotography #dogphotography #brooklyn #photoville #photovillenyc #photoville2018

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]]> Photographer Shoots Pit Bulls with Flower Crowns to Celebrate the Breed https://tettybetty.com/photographer-shoots-pit-bulls-with-flower-crowns-to-celebrate-the-breed/ Tue, 28 Aug 2018 06:00:57 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=10311 “Flower Power”, a project by photographer Sophie Gamand, “challenges the way society perceives and treats pit bulls by shortening the emotional distance between the viewer and these misunderstood dogs. The portraits celebrate the life and dignity of these soulful creatures who are at the mercy of humans,” the artist shares on her website. Since 2014, […]

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]]> “Flower Power”, a project by photographer Sophie Gamand, “challenges the way society perceives and treats pit bulls by shortening the emotional distance between the viewer and these misunderstood dogs. The portraits celebrate the life and dignity of these soulful creatures who are at the mercy of humans,” the artist shares on her website.

Since 2014, she has created around 500 portraits of pit bulls in an attempt to show that they are just like any other dogs. “They need proper care, training and socialization,” Gamand emphasizes. “Unfortunately, because of their bad image, they have the false reputation of being more dangerous than other dogs, hence attracting irresponsible primary owners who are looking for a “scary dog”, and seek to develop those traits in them. Pit bulls’ downfall is to be exactly the way we created them: strong and loyal. With this series, I wonder if art is a tool powerful enough it can change pit bulls’ fate.”

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Happy May 1st! The #PitBullFlowerPowerCALENDAR girl for this month is Princess from @reboundhounds. She was adopted. Did you notice her Madonna-esque beauty mark? May is going to be nuts for me, between the @Kickstarter for my book until May 20th (link in my bio), @superfine.fair this week (get your tickets now and come hang out!, it opens tomorrow, I am adding the info in my story), writing the Flower Power book and working on its design, and a couple of shelter trips I am trying to squeeze in (Las Vegas is booked, and I am working on Florida for a very special group of dogs). PHEW. I am currently doing a takeover on @fotografiska (the most amazing photo museum, in Stockholm, I dream of exhibiting there- wink wink Fotografiska!!), and this weekend will take over @mymodernmet (the first website that shared my #WetDog series back in the days, and helped launch my career big time), then next week I’ll take over @thedodo stories on May 10th! ARGH! Oh and of course I promised you a Q&A session to celebrate 200K friends! So send your questions! I’ll start answering soon 😚. I guess I will see you all in June… if I survive! 😆✌ #pitbullflowerpower

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May 1st, time to flip your #PitBullFlowerPowerCALENDAR page! In the puppy version, you’ll see Rachel from @mrbonesandco (from the adorable Friends litter). She was our foster babe and we loved her so much (swipe for the cuteness overload). She is all grown up now of course, but kept her pout. Mr Bones & Co actually have their annual fundraiser on Sunday afternoon in Brooklyn (May 6th) and it’s a fantastic event called #RescueTheRunway, involving adoptable pups being walked on the runway by Hometown Heroes (firemen and more!) and an unforgettable pittie kissing booth. I hear this year our friend @chloekardoggian will donate some kissing time as well! The event benefits several other rescue organizations, because MBC loves giving back. I wish I could attend, but I will be busy representing #PitBullFlowerPower at @superfine myself. That being said, I donated a few Flower Power items for their auction, so go grab yourself some goodies and donate for the good cause + enjoy an awesome crowd and some of my favorite people and doggies. Ticket (only a few left!) and info: www.rescuetherunway.org. #PitBullFlowerPower 💚✨

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PENNSYLVANIA, Phoenixville: Roose (previously Zeus) came from Miami where he was found as a stray in terrible condition and with a bad injury to his eye. He was rescued and saw a vet ophthalmologist for a while, hoping the eye could be saved, but the damage was too great so now he is a one-eyed wonder boy! Roose was pulled by @mainlineanimalrescue and has been waiting in Pennsylvania for a while (I photographed him over a year ago). This medium-sized adorable boy is about 3 years old. Roose is described by the rescue as « your typical pittie »: he loves to play as much as he loves to snuggle. He thinks he is a lap dog. He walks great on the leash and loves to chase Kongs in the play fields. Unfortunately he needs to be an only pet at home although he does fine with dogs outside the home (he can walk and play next to them). There are just some dogs that rub him the wrong way. No cats for this boy! He is very quite indoors, well behaved and house trained. He has a good recall and knows « sit ». Roose had a brief stay with a family that had an infant. Apparently either Roose was playing with the baby's toys or the baby was playing with Roose's toys and he nipped at the child so he was returned. Even though it sounds like owner error the rescue now won’t place him with a very young child. But Roose loves making friends and good belly rubs. Recently he was the star of MLAR’s Prom and his #PitBullFlowerPower portrait got him the most votes (and hopefully, more exposure!). For more information, please visit www.mlar.org. . #pitbullflowerpower #adoptdontshop #photographysaveslives #pitbull #oneeyeddog #rescuedog #pennsylvania #sophiegamand #flowercrown #dogsinflowers

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IN MEMORIAM: Sasha (renamed Mischa) recently crossed the rainbow bridge. She was only 5 years old 😔. Mom @lauraongram wrote: “I had been looking for a second rescue for a while, but I always got so emotional reading the stories of abandoned pups. Until I saw your #PitBullFlowerPower portrait of Sasha. Her lip shining like a beacon. She made me smile all day long. This was my dog. Mischa suffered a year of abuse at the hands of her captors, who bred her for profit and kept her in a hard-floored cage. She languished in foster care for months and months due to her skin and food allergies before we spotted your photo online by chance and she became our baby—before we ever even saw her in person. We were so lucky to have known her, to have been the ones to teach her how to play and to snuggle like a spoiled lap dog.” 🐶🌈 . . @hemiverse #pitbullflowerpower #photographysaveslives #pitbullflowerpowerMEMORIAM #adoptdontshop #dogsinflowers #flowercrown #sophiegamand

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PEORIA (near Phoenix), ARIZONA: #PitBullFlowerPower Rocky was found wandering alone and confused outside of the Hard Rock Café in Phoenix (hence the name). The café’s staff contacted @azk9rescue and Rocky was saved. He was skinny, dirty, and covered in a purple substance that had been sprayed all over his body. It turned out this was some kind of equine antibiotic spray that had been sprayed after he’d been injured, but never taken to a vet. His owner was apparently into the DIY vetting because he’d also tried to do a home crop job on Rocky’s tail by tying a rubber band on it. I photographed him in November 2015 so he has been waiting for over 3 years now. Rocky is described by the rescue as a “clown dog” with an exuberant outlook on life. Everything he does is a little "extra". Him and his BFF at the rescue, China, are always wrestling and tumbling around the yard. Rocky is very sweet and loves to lick your entire face with kisses. The rescue’s absolute favorite thing about him is when it is windy it catches his ears, blowing them straight up in the air. He loves to hike and run and would be best with older kids and female dogs. Local shelters are overwhelmed with pit bulls and often offering free adoptions, so this rescue is struggling to find local adopters. But they have many amazing dogs who have been waiting for years now. Please consider them! For more info, visit www.azk9.org or email azk9org@gmail.com to set up a meet-and-greet. #LostPawsRocky . #adoptdontshop #photographysaveslives #flowercrown #pitbullflowerpower #sophiegamand #flowerdog

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4 years ago today, I shared my first #PitBullFlowerPower portrait (this particular one, Cali from @nyanimalrescue). I wasn't sure it was a good idea, I wasn't sure it was good enough either. I had no idea the journey that would ensue. I am grateful for my old self, back then, who decided to take a chance on that slightly crazy idea (putting flower crowns on dogs I had never met before and who scared me?! What could go wrong!!!). It's been incredible witnessing this project grow wings, save lives, change mine, and transform the world a little. To all the creatives out there who are in a rut (including me! hahaha): trust your instincts and commit to your art, even if it's just for one day, one painting, one image. Nothing happens to those who don't "do". We all have it in us to create great things and become successful. There isn't just one path for everyone. There are millions of paths, but you will only find yours if you take the first step. To all the people out there who are trying to help homeless animals, or fight for a cause dear to their hearts: don't give up! Just like anyone else, I started with 1 like, and for years, I thought I would never make a difference. The only thing I could truly control was my commitment to this project, my mission, my vision. Don't give up. Commit. . #pitbullflowerpower #sophiegamand #commit #dogrescue #photographysaveslives #pitbull #pitbulladvocate #flowercrown

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA: How gorgeous is Asia? Swipe for ears!! What you can’t see on her #PitBullFlowerPower portrait are her amazing ears! This beautiful pup was saved from the euthanasia list at the shelter by @azk9rescue (she ended up there for “fear”). We think she was most probably a family pet before ending up in the shelter system. I photographed her in November 2015 so she has been waiting for over 3 years now. Asia is very well behaved and knows basic commands. She is wonderful, crate-trained, walks well on a leash and is playful. She loves playing with toys and her people but would prefer to be an only pet. She also loves to swim in the kitty pools (needs a life vest for big pools) and her favorite game is fetch. She will keep the same ball for months without chewing it up and loves to take it with her everywhere. Asia is a lover! For more info, visit www.azk9.org or email azk9org@gmail.com to set up a meet-and-greet. #LostPawsAsia . #pitbullflowerpower #adoptdontshop #photographysaveslives

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]]> Photographers Explore the Amazing World of Dog Breeds https://tettybetty.com/photographers-explore-the-amazing-world-of-dog-breeds/ Wed, 01 Aug 2018 11:38:17 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=9201 Photographers Alexander Khokhlov and Veronica Ershova from Moscow are behind the project The Dog Show, in which they are showing the beauty of various dog breeds. They started the project in 2017 and already took photos of dozens of dogs. Their work has brought them many awards this and last year, including PDN Faces 2017 […]

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]]> Photographers Alexander Khokhlov and Veronica Ershova from Moscow are behind the project The Dog Show, in which they are showing the beauty of various dog breeds.

They started the project in 2017 and already took photos of dozens of dogs. Their work has brought them many awards this and last year, including PDN Faces 2017 (Animal Portraits, Winner), Moscow International Foto Awards 2018 (Photographers of the Year, Nature category), Prix De La Photographie Paris 2017 (Silver, Nature/Domestic Animals), and Tokyo International Foto Awards 2018 (Bronze, Nature/Pets).

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Animal photography Archives - TettyBetty TettyBetty Tue, 05 Feb 2019 09:31:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Photographer Captures the Whimsical Side Of Dogs https://tettybetty.com/photographer-captures-the-whimsical-side-of-dogs/ Sun, 10 Feb 2019 08:08:05 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=19756 Ria Putzker is a 21-year-old photographer from Austria whose favorite thing is to take photos of dogs. “It has been my passion for about 3 years now,” Putzker writes. “Dogs fascinated me in many ways since I was young. My two biggest inspirations are my own dogs, 7-year old Dachshund mix Phoebe and 1-year old […]

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]]> Ria Putzker is a 21-year-old photographer from Austria whose favorite thing is to take photos of dogs. “It has been my passion for about 3 years now,” Putzker writes. “Dogs fascinated me in many ways since I was young. My two biggest inspirations are my own dogs, 7-year old Dachshund mix Phoebe and 1-year old rescue dog Maki!”

Ria’s goal is to capture personality of dogs and to make people smile with her photos. “Through photography, I met a lot of awesome dogs and cool people, it also helped me to get through hard times,” she confesses.

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]]> Stunning Animal Portraits Speak for the Endangered Species https://tettybetty.com/stunning-animal-portraits-speak-for-the-endangered-species/ Mon, 28 Jan 2019 14:32:11 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=19032 Andreas Häggkvist is a Swedish artist who creates stunning animal portraits with one goal – to raise awareness for the endangered species. His photos of wildlife and descriptions she shares along are meant to inspire everyone to take some time out of their day and think about what’s happening in the world. “Just as with […]

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]]> Andreas Häggkvist is a Swedish artist who creates stunning animal portraits with one goal – to raise awareness for the endangered species. His photos of wildlife and descriptions she shares along are meant to inspire everyone to take some time out of their day and think about what’s happening in the world.

“Just as with melodies, visual images stick with us more than just words. Using the power that art contains, there really is an opportunity for an artist to make a movement for an important cause,” he says.

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”I got your back” . Hey guys, what’s up? I made this piece thinking of all those who are there for you, the people willing and prepared to unconditionally defend and support someone. That supportive shoulder you trustworthy can rest your head upon. . Because for me, today, it´s ALL of you guys. I´d like to thank every single one of you for the amazing respons that you shown me, the support and kindness has been almost overwelming. It honestly blows my mind that my giveaway reached so many people, and you are all so positive and loving it really is such a beautiful thing. You are all amazing! Thank you. . So, tell me, do you have that certain someone in your life? A little bird on your shoulder singing support in your ear? . . . #wildlife #artist #animalrights #moodygrams #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #arty #artsy #ps_magic #hubs_united #portrait_shots #portraits_mf #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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"Hold your horses” . Social media. It has become so integrated into the fabric of our lives that when you meet somebody who has sworn it off entirely, it’s actually a cause for conversation. . It’s has changes the way we view and interact with society, our friends, do our networking and for some; even work. But it can also be an abundant source of stress. I would guess a few of you know exactly what I´m talking about;) . The great thing about our body is that its designed to respond well to short bursts of stress. But when stress is prolonged and triggered repeatedly it could mean trouble. My trick for couping with this; unless I feel energized, motivated, excited, creative and fully engaged, I´ll press pause. BEFORE the stress feels overwhelming. . It's kinda obvious, I know, but it’s harder than it sounds! A year ago I couldn’t go more than a couple of hours without checking whats happening (FOMO), but today I can actually let Instagram chill for a day or two. Yay me (self-five). . Its important to keep stress levels in check my friends, so be sure to take good care of yourself. Listed to your bodies! And learn how to relax. . . . #ps_daydream #portraitpage #arty #artsy #hubs_united #portrait_shots #portraits_mf #portrait #ps_magic #ig_creative_edits #discoveredits #thecreativers #theuniversalart #createexplore #visualmobz #dailyart #portraits #art #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart

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”Lovebirds” . "So, its Christmas time again and, to borrow the words of John Paul Young’s song, “Love is in the air”. As it is every Christmas. It is featured in the songs we hear on the radio, in the stores as we shop for presents and in the commercials we see on TV. Love is present in the cards we send and in the words we write on the tags we attach to the presents we give. . As a child, I delighted in every aspect of the holiday season—the music, the decorations, the snowy weather and of course… the gift giving.  It was all magical. . But as you get older, it becomes more and more focused on other things. Everything that has to be done, fixed and more importantly; bought. At what age did we actually make the switch from traditional Christmas values of family time, celebrating love, valuing the simple joys and sharing. Does it really take a bunch of videogames, clothing, gadgets, and toys to make this season enjoyable? . Are we missing the point of Christmas as adults? Are we forgetting the magic? Can we do the holidays without the crazed explosion of gifts? This is what we asked ourself in our family this christmas. And we really did a effort to narrow down the christmas list. We each bought ONE present. And let me tell you, nothing changed. Quite the opposite, actually. It was a blessing shifting the fokus from the presents, to just… enjoying. . So, it makes me wonder. What the real meaning of Christmas? Is it the gifts under the tree, the lights in the windows, the cards in the mail, dinner with family and friends or the snow in the yard. . The real point here is not to criticize the act and idea of how you spending your christmas, but to think about what christmas is to you. And your family. Maybe its not buying more presents than last year. Maybe Christmas is a symbol of love, not money. . . . #lovebirds #birdsofparadise #christmastime #whatischristmas #composition  #stockholmsyndrome #digitalart #animallovers #helpanimals #digitalartist #animalartist #photoshopart #digitalartwork #digitaldesign #dailyart #instagramart #worldofartist #instagramartist #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artistsofinstagram

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”Dots of love” . Hey guys what’s up? I made this in celebration of jaguars on the first-ever International Jaguar Day (Although I didn’t finish it in time🙃). . Jaguars, with their majestic spotted coats and their silent, silky movements, are the iconic big cat of the wild. They are superstrong, a jaguar’s ultra-strong jaws and teeth can bite through a crocodile skull or turtle shell, but nevertheless, their future is in OUR hands. . The jaguar is under serious pressure. Jaguars now occupy less than half of their historical range. They’re so elusive that we don’t know exactly how many are left in the wild – but we do know their numbers are dropping. . Jaguars are important because they play a big role in controlling the populations of other species, so by protecting jaguars and the places where they live, we’re also helping to look after other wildlife. A win-win;) . Lets help ensure they have a fighting chance for a bright future, okay? . . . #jaguar #internationaljaguarday #savethejaguar #wildlifeplanet #enter_imagination #igcreative_edits #savetheanimals #wwf #discoveredits #wildlife #visual_creatorz #weekly_feature #edit_grams #artofvisuals #launchdsigns #xceptionaledits #creartmood #creative_ace #theuniversalart #thecreativers #moodygrams #digitalart #milliondollarvisuals #animalrights #photomanipulation #createexplore #artistsoninstagram #photoshop

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”A falling star” . If you had one wish, that absolutely would come true, what would you wish for? . Hi gang! You know, now when everybody is doing the 10 year challenge, I cannot help but think; where will this big bear be the next time this challenge come around? I love the polar bear. I don’t know if it’s because I’m from a northern country myself, and can relate to the cold climate and a constantly running nose (which I’m pretty sure are the key characteristic of a polar bear, right?). . Fact is, this is one of the toughest animals on the planet. Polar bears are well adapted to survive in one of the harshest environments on our planet. No, I’m not talking about christmas with the relatives, I’m talking about ice-cold frosty air and near-freezing water. They do this with a layer of fat called ”blubber”. BLUBBER! I mean, c´mon… I’m pretty sure its humanly impossible NOT to love a creature that consist of something called blubber. . Sadly, these majestic creatures are very vulnerable, and the biggest threat to polar bears is climate change. Rising global temperatures means that sea ice is melting earlier and forming later each year, leaving polar bears less time to hunt for food. But the good news is you can help these amazing animals! Avoid palm-oil, use less plastic thingys and turn off the lights as often as you can. You know, the little things. They do matter. . So, I guess that’s MY wish today. For you to give Fuzzy McClaws a thought, and maybe skip that plastic straw when getting your next burger. . Yes, I named him Fuzzy McClaws. It was either that or Ron. . . . #thecreativers #ps_reflections #digitalmanipulations #creativegrammer #learn_photoshop #creativeoptic #gramslayers #visualambassadors #photomanipulation #launchdsigns #manipulationclan #creativemobs #bestvisualz #edit_grams #xceptionaledits #serialshooters #strangertonez #createmanipulation #lightmobs #thecreateart #visual_creatorz #conceptart #theuniversalart

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Yin yang. . It may not be obvious by a quick look, but this piece is actually inspired by Yin and Yang. Look close, and you can see a little of black in the white, and vice versa. I find this to be a pretty interesting concept. Two halves that together complete wholeness. Opposite forces that actually are complementary, and how they give rise to each other. It’s a beautiful thought, and I kind of think it relates in everything around us. . Nothing in the universe or in life is simply black or white. Each exists in the other and each needs the other in order to exist. . Lately I've been giving some thought to extremes and how often we look at situations from extreme points of view. It's so easy to label something as "good" or "bad" so we do just that rather than really giving it thought and figuring out what it really is. But, as Van Morrison said, "There is no black and white situation. It's all part of life. Highs, lows, middles.” . I think when we attempt to classify things in very general categories, we limit ourselves and the world around us. It can be very tempting to look at a situation or even another person with an all-or-nothing outlook, but it's usually not going to bring out the true nature of that situation or person. Most things are much more complex than a single adjective or label. We miss out on seeing the true complexities of the world around us. So, my advice. Let go of your expectations and look for the grey areas! . Do you find yourself looking at the world in black and white? . . . #yinyang #balance #blackandwhite #whitetiger #blackjaguar #moodygrams #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #ps_magic #hubs_united #portrait_shots #portraits_mf #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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”Leap of faith" . I’ve been on a bit of a self-help kick in my writing lately. And given the positive response from my last post, I figured I would continue my journey and write about another topic that might be of interest. The leap of faith. . We all want the perfect life right, but getting the life you want often means making some big changes in some part of your existing life, whether its career, relationships, city etc. Change is always a fun idea in theory, but, in practice, it’s not always so easy as it sounds. Because you can never really know for sure if your efforts actually will change your life in the direction you want to go. . So there is always going to be that fear of the unknown. Thats means if you really want to change your life, you must take a leap of faith. As a great philosopher once said, ”Do or do not. There is no try.” . There is actually no other way in reaching your goals, so you’ll have to believe that good things will happen when you choose to change your life. Luckly; a leap of faith is not totally blind faith. You do have a lifetime of knowledge and skills that will help you in your pursuit of the dream;) . So, is there any part of your life you would like to change? . . . #wildlife #frogs #leapoffaith #daretodream #dreamon #fox #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #arty #artsy #hubs_united #portrait_shots #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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”The Guardian” . Hey guys, its 2019! What are your SPECIFIC goals for this year? . New year – fresh start, right?, A do-over, that motivates you to try something new. That is usually how it goes. When we talk about the new year, one word often comes to mind: resolutions! Lose weight, get out more, save money, engage in a hobby, spend more time with friends, pick up that camera… But, what actually happens after you’ve made that resolution? Do you carry it out? . Let me tell you about something that have worked for me for the last couple of years. Instead of making resolutions, set measurable goals. I find it´s more likely to lead to success in seeing your hopes and dreams come true. . So this year, why not try to be specific! Too often, people tend to set goals that are vague and unrealistic. ”Read more books”, or ”see more plays” Not only does this lead to frustration, but it also decreases the likelihood of actually achieving the goal. . And hey, just a friendly reminder; stop comprising yourself to others! When you are working towards improving your life, it is common to compare yourself to other people. Instagram doesn’t help here; your feed overflows with announcements of your friends’ new love interests, achievements and new jobs. How does this serve you, exactly? It doesn’t;) Follow your own path. . Lastly, remember; big success is made up of small victories. Enjoy the process! Having goals is important; however, we don’t stop living while we pursue them. Life happens while you are in the midst of seeing your dreams being realized! . . . #newyearresolutions #guardianangel #lioncub #digitalart #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #digitalartist #animalartist #photoshopart #digitalartwork #digitaldesign #dailyart #instagramart #worldofartist #instagramartist #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artistsofinstagram #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart

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”Built to last” . Ever since I was a kid I always loved building things. My earliest memories are of creating Lego cities complete with tall buildings, fire- and policestation, stores and of course.. a big castle. . A couple of years later I can remember ditching my Lego kits for a computer, and then, well, it’s safe to say my whole world changed, but my fascination with building things didn’t. In fact, one of the first games that got me excited about computers was Sim City, where, just like with my Lego’s — I was able to build my own cities. . What really captivated me about Sim City as a kid was the fact that I could build something and then see a simulation actually take what I built and poof — generate a real world around it. Those roads that I spent all that time building now had cars zipping along on them, my stores, oh yeah — they were in business. . In college I stopped playing games almost entirely and jumped on a program of graphi design. Boom! Mind blown again, now I was creating ads, folders, businesscards, logos and magazines from scratch, or it least that’s what it felt like. I really enjoyed the challenge of every design software, whether it was InDesign, Illustrator or Photoshop. They all let me play freely, with only my own mind as the limit. . Yeah, that was many years ago now, but its still equally exciting everytime I have time to sit in front of the computer, with a blanc canvas, and just… build something. And I´m SO excited to see what kind of tools our kids will use to build stuff with in the future, and turn their visions into reality. . Do you create things? What do you love to build? . . . #wearecreators #createyourownworld #mychildhooddreams #simcity #ifyoubuildittheywillcome #flamingo #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #creative #arty #artsy #hubs_united #portrait_shots #dailyart #art_spotlight #worldofartist #art_collective #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart

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”Swan Lake” . What is your dream place you always wanted to visit but not yet haven’t? . It’s a pretty easy decision for me, it’s definitely South Africa. The country’s diverse landscapes, the national parks, the mountains, the cool caves, rivers and of course… all the animals. All in one trip. Just imagine all the amazing photographic opportunities! . Even Teddy Roosevelt dreamed of, and eventually took, an African safari. In 1915, he wrote about “the strong attraction of the silent places, of the large tropic moons, and the splendor of the new stars.” It seems fitting that around 15 percent would choose a trip to South Africa for their dream vacation;) . So yeah, I just went from computer-mode here in wintery Sweden to dream-travel to South Africa just like that. Haha. I think I’m going to have to rewatch Madagascar now! . So tell me, what’s your dream trip? . . . #swanlake #digital_indo #way2ill #killergrams #splendid_vibe #gramslayers #heatercentral #creative_ace #beautifuldestinations #thecreativers #visualmobs #simplycooldesign #milliondollarvisuals #creativegrammer # Xceptionaledits #graphicdesign #visualgrams #Graphicdesigner #serialshooters #artofinstagram #hypebeast #artinspiration #illgrammers #ourmoodydays #photoshopcc #artoftones #graphicroozane #lion #photoshop

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”I feel love” . What is your favourite wild animal? . So, as you can see and probably just figured out by this post, I really like the giraffe. I´ve always related to animals that look a little odd 😉, and defies what the phrase ”normal” often stands for (even though I really don’t like that word). I have always admired giraffes for their long necks and knobby knees, but I became truly obsessed with them about a year ago when read up on the giraffe and got to know the animal a little better. It almost felt like i´ve found my spirit animal. No other animal could so perfectly match my height, clumsiness and overall goofiness as the giraffe;) . As some of you already have noticed, giraffes are quite tall. They're not just tall; they're the tallest animals on the entire planet. Their height is rivaled by none. Literally. But did you know that every giraffe's pattern is unique. Just like every human is different, every giraffe is different. Each one has a pattern that no giraffe has ever had, has or will have. . Another awesome fact, female giraffes give birth standing up. The result? Newborns are welcomed to the world with a 1.5m drop to the ground! Ouch! But these infants are quick to get on their feet – within 30 minutes they are standing, and only hours later they’re able to run with their mothers. How cool is that? . And if all these facts wasn´t enough to convince you of the giraffes awesomeness, let me tell you; they have figured out to use their own butt as a pillow when they sleep! . So yeah… I mean. What’s not to love? Sadly the giraffe is on the list over critically endangered animals, after years of habitat destruction and poaching. So next time you sit next to a giraffe on the bus, be sure to show him some extra love. They truly deserve it! . . . #wildlife #giraffe #savetheanimals #wwf #criticallyendangered  #instawildlife #creativegrammer #animallovers #helpanimals #animalrights #ps_opposites #creative_ace #gramslayers #heatercentral #visualmobs #milliondollarvisuals #illgrammers #worldofartist #artofinstagram #photoshop #art_daily #art_select #thevisualones #houseoftones #artwork #enter_imagination #launchdsigns #theuniversalart #savetheplanet

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]]> Mice in Tulips is the Cutest Thing You’ll See Today https://tettybetty.com/mice-in-tulips-is-the-cutest-thing-youll-see-today/ Fri, 07 Dec 2018 12:47:31 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=15922 Need a dose of cuteness in your life? Look no further than Captivelight Photography’s series of harvest mice resting in tulips. Run by British photographer Miles Herbert, Captivelight Photography organizes workshops that are aimed at people who want to learn the best way to photograph members of the animal world like birds, reptiles, and rodents. […]

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]]> Need a dose of cuteness in your life? Look no further than Captivelight Photography’s series of harvest mice resting in tulips.

Run by British photographer Miles Herbert, Captivelight Photography organizes workshops that are aimed at people who want to learn the best way to photograph members of the animal world like birds, reptiles, and rodents. However, these tuitions end up not only helping amateur photographers but also result in great photographs. That’s how we ended up with adorable photos of mice in tulips.

“These harvest Mice were photographed in an indoor studio,” – Herbert told Bored Panda. “We provide a service for photographers looking for high impact pictures of the animals, and using a purpose-built studio means that we are not weather dependent. There is also an option to photograph animals outside if the client wishes, our other specialty is frogs!”

Now enough with the talking, let’s check out those super cute mice.

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]]> Dogs Before and After Japanese Grooming https://tettybetty.com/dogs-before-and-after-japanese-grooming/ Tue, 27 Nov 2018 12:24:30 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=15495 Animal photographer Grace Chon took these photos of cute dogs before and after Japanese grooming for her photo series titled Hairy. “All the dogs have been groomed in a Japanese grooming style,” Chon says. “Japanese dog grooming does not follow the rules of traditional, breed-standard grooming. In fact, it only has one mission ― to […]

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]]> Animal photographer Grace Chon took these photos of cute dogs before and after Japanese grooming for her photo series titled Hairy.

“All the dogs have been groomed in a Japanese grooming style,” Chon says. “Japanese dog grooming does not follow the rules of traditional, breed-standard grooming. In fact, it only has one mission ― to bring out the dogs’ individual personalities and make them look as adorable as possible! With extreme attention to detail and careful consideration of a pup’s best attributes, Japanese dog groomers and salons achieve the perfect transformations by forgetting the uniform looks and getting creative.”

The series is also available as a book titled Puppy Styled.

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I'm incredibly honored that my HAIRY series was selected as a winner of THE FENCE 2018. It is a large-scale traveling photography exhibition reaching 6 million visitors annually through open-air exhibitions in 8 cities across North America. 5 before + after images will be displayed in BROOKLYN, BOSTON, ATLANTA, SANTA FE, DURHAM, DENVER, SARASOTA, and CALGARY. If you live in any of these cities, I hope you'll get a chance to check it out! . Right now the exhibit is in Brooklyn, until September 10th. If you're in New York I hope you can go see it in person, and if you go, please send me photos!!! And if your dogs are in the shots, even better! Thanks to @thebrooklynbettina for this adorable shot of her dog Lily in front of my images, and to @beccagilmartin for the video. And most of all, thank you to the jury and @photovillenyc @united_photo ! . . #gracechoninc #hairyseries #commercialphotography #dogphotography #brooklyn #photoville #photovillenyc #photoville2018

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]]> Photographer Shoots Pit Bulls with Flower Crowns to Celebrate the Breed https://tettybetty.com/photographer-shoots-pit-bulls-with-flower-crowns-to-celebrate-the-breed/ Tue, 28 Aug 2018 06:00:57 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=10311 “Flower Power”, a project by photographer Sophie Gamand, “challenges the way society perceives and treats pit bulls by shortening the emotional distance between the viewer and these misunderstood dogs. The portraits celebrate the life and dignity of these soulful creatures who are at the mercy of humans,” the artist shares on her website. Since 2014, […]

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]]> “Flower Power”, a project by photographer Sophie Gamand, “challenges the way society perceives and treats pit bulls by shortening the emotional distance between the viewer and these misunderstood dogs. The portraits celebrate the life and dignity of these soulful creatures who are at the mercy of humans,” the artist shares on her website.

Since 2014, she has created around 500 portraits of pit bulls in an attempt to show that they are just like any other dogs. “They need proper care, training and socialization,” Gamand emphasizes. “Unfortunately, because of their bad image, they have the false reputation of being more dangerous than other dogs, hence attracting irresponsible primary owners who are looking for a “scary dog”, and seek to develop those traits in them. Pit bulls’ downfall is to be exactly the way we created them: strong and loyal. With this series, I wonder if art is a tool powerful enough it can change pit bulls’ fate.”

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Happy May 1st! The #PitBullFlowerPowerCALENDAR girl for this month is Princess from @reboundhounds. She was adopted. Did you notice her Madonna-esque beauty mark? May is going to be nuts for me, between the @Kickstarter for my book until May 20th (link in my bio), @superfine.fair this week (get your tickets now and come hang out!, it opens tomorrow, I am adding the info in my story), writing the Flower Power book and working on its design, and a couple of shelter trips I am trying to squeeze in (Las Vegas is booked, and I am working on Florida for a very special group of dogs). PHEW. I am currently doing a takeover on @fotografiska (the most amazing photo museum, in Stockholm, I dream of exhibiting there- wink wink Fotografiska!!), and this weekend will take over @mymodernmet (the first website that shared my #WetDog series back in the days, and helped launch my career big time), then next week I’ll take over @thedodo stories on May 10th! ARGH! Oh and of course I promised you a Q&A session to celebrate 200K friends! So send your questions! I’ll start answering soon 😚. I guess I will see you all in June… if I survive! 😆✌ #pitbullflowerpower

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May 1st, time to flip your #PitBullFlowerPowerCALENDAR page! In the puppy version, you’ll see Rachel from @mrbonesandco (from the adorable Friends litter). She was our foster babe and we loved her so much (swipe for the cuteness overload). She is all grown up now of course, but kept her pout. Mr Bones & Co actually have their annual fundraiser on Sunday afternoon in Brooklyn (May 6th) and it’s a fantastic event called #RescueTheRunway, involving adoptable pups being walked on the runway by Hometown Heroes (firemen and more!) and an unforgettable pittie kissing booth. I hear this year our friend @chloekardoggian will donate some kissing time as well! The event benefits several other rescue organizations, because MBC loves giving back. I wish I could attend, but I will be busy representing #PitBullFlowerPower at @superfine myself. That being said, I donated a few Flower Power items for their auction, so go grab yourself some goodies and donate for the good cause + enjoy an awesome crowd and some of my favorite people and doggies. Ticket (only a few left!) and info: www.rescuetherunway.org. #PitBullFlowerPower 💚✨

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PENNSYLVANIA, Phoenixville: Roose (previously Zeus) came from Miami where he was found as a stray in terrible condition and with a bad injury to his eye. He was rescued and saw a vet ophthalmologist for a while, hoping the eye could be saved, but the damage was too great so now he is a one-eyed wonder boy! Roose was pulled by @mainlineanimalrescue and has been waiting in Pennsylvania for a while (I photographed him over a year ago). This medium-sized adorable boy is about 3 years old. Roose is described by the rescue as « your typical pittie »: he loves to play as much as he loves to snuggle. He thinks he is a lap dog. He walks great on the leash and loves to chase Kongs in the play fields. Unfortunately he needs to be an only pet at home although he does fine with dogs outside the home (he can walk and play next to them). There are just some dogs that rub him the wrong way. No cats for this boy! He is very quite indoors, well behaved and house trained. He has a good recall and knows « sit ». Roose had a brief stay with a family that had an infant. Apparently either Roose was playing with the baby's toys or the baby was playing with Roose's toys and he nipped at the child so he was returned. Even though it sounds like owner error the rescue now won’t place him with a very young child. But Roose loves making friends and good belly rubs. Recently he was the star of MLAR’s Prom and his #PitBullFlowerPower portrait got him the most votes (and hopefully, more exposure!). For more information, please visit www.mlar.org. . #pitbullflowerpower #adoptdontshop #photographysaveslives #pitbull #oneeyeddog #rescuedog #pennsylvania #sophiegamand #flowercrown #dogsinflowers

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IN MEMORIAM: Sasha (renamed Mischa) recently crossed the rainbow bridge. She was only 5 years old 😔. Mom @lauraongram wrote: “I had been looking for a second rescue for a while, but I always got so emotional reading the stories of abandoned pups. Until I saw your #PitBullFlowerPower portrait of Sasha. Her lip shining like a beacon. She made me smile all day long. This was my dog. Mischa suffered a year of abuse at the hands of her captors, who bred her for profit and kept her in a hard-floored cage. She languished in foster care for months and months due to her skin and food allergies before we spotted your photo online by chance and she became our baby—before we ever even saw her in person. We were so lucky to have known her, to have been the ones to teach her how to play and to snuggle like a spoiled lap dog.” 🐶🌈 . . @hemiverse #pitbullflowerpower #photographysaveslives #pitbullflowerpowerMEMORIAM #adoptdontshop #dogsinflowers #flowercrown #sophiegamand

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PEORIA (near Phoenix), ARIZONA: #PitBullFlowerPower Rocky was found wandering alone and confused outside of the Hard Rock Café in Phoenix (hence the name). The café’s staff contacted @azk9rescue and Rocky was saved. He was skinny, dirty, and covered in a purple substance that had been sprayed all over his body. It turned out this was some kind of equine antibiotic spray that had been sprayed after he’d been injured, but never taken to a vet. His owner was apparently into the DIY vetting because he’d also tried to do a home crop job on Rocky’s tail by tying a rubber band on it. I photographed him in November 2015 so he has been waiting for over 3 years now. Rocky is described by the rescue as a “clown dog” with an exuberant outlook on life. Everything he does is a little "extra". Him and his BFF at the rescue, China, are always wrestling and tumbling around the yard. Rocky is very sweet and loves to lick your entire face with kisses. The rescue’s absolute favorite thing about him is when it is windy it catches his ears, blowing them straight up in the air. He loves to hike and run and would be best with older kids and female dogs. Local shelters are overwhelmed with pit bulls and often offering free adoptions, so this rescue is struggling to find local adopters. But they have many amazing dogs who have been waiting for years now. Please consider them! For more info, visit www.azk9.org or email azk9org@gmail.com to set up a meet-and-greet. #LostPawsRocky . #adoptdontshop #photographysaveslives #flowercrown #pitbullflowerpower #sophiegamand #flowerdog

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4 years ago today, I shared my first #PitBullFlowerPower portrait (this particular one, Cali from @nyanimalrescue). I wasn't sure it was a good idea, I wasn't sure it was good enough either. I had no idea the journey that would ensue. I am grateful for my old self, back then, who decided to take a chance on that slightly crazy idea (putting flower crowns on dogs I had never met before and who scared me?! What could go wrong!!!). It's been incredible witnessing this project grow wings, save lives, change mine, and transform the world a little. To all the creatives out there who are in a rut (including me! hahaha): trust your instincts and commit to your art, even if it's just for one day, one painting, one image. Nothing happens to those who don't "do". We all have it in us to create great things and become successful. There isn't just one path for everyone. There are millions of paths, but you will only find yours if you take the first step. To all the people out there who are trying to help homeless animals, or fight for a cause dear to their hearts: don't give up! Just like anyone else, I started with 1 like, and for years, I thought I would never make a difference. The only thing I could truly control was my commitment to this project, my mission, my vision. Don't give up. Commit. . #pitbullflowerpower #sophiegamand #commit #dogrescue #photographysaveslives #pitbull #pitbulladvocate #flowercrown

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA: How gorgeous is Asia? Swipe for ears!! What you can’t see on her #PitBullFlowerPower portrait are her amazing ears! This beautiful pup was saved from the euthanasia list at the shelter by @azk9rescue (she ended up there for “fear”). We think she was most probably a family pet before ending up in the shelter system. I photographed her in November 2015 so she has been waiting for over 3 years now. Asia is very well behaved and knows basic commands. She is wonderful, crate-trained, walks well on a leash and is playful. She loves playing with toys and her people but would prefer to be an only pet. She also loves to swim in the kitty pools (needs a life vest for big pools) and her favorite game is fetch. She will keep the same ball for months without chewing it up and loves to take it with her everywhere. Asia is a lover! For more info, visit www.azk9.org or email azk9org@gmail.com to set up a meet-and-greet. #LostPawsAsia . #pitbullflowerpower #adoptdontshop #photographysaveslives

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]]> Photographers Explore the Amazing World of Dog Breeds https://tettybetty.com/photographers-explore-the-amazing-world-of-dog-breeds/ Wed, 01 Aug 2018 11:38:17 +0000 https://tettybetty.com/?p=9201 Photographers Alexander Khokhlov and Veronica Ershova from Moscow are behind the project The Dog Show, in which they are showing the beauty of various dog breeds. They started the project in 2017 and already took photos of dozens of dogs. Their work has brought them many awards this and last year, including PDN Faces 2017 […]

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]]> Photographers Alexander Khokhlov and Veronica Ershova from Moscow are behind the project The Dog Show, in which they are showing the beauty of various dog breeds.

They started the project in 2017 and already took photos of dozens of dogs. Their work has brought them many awards this and last year, including PDN Faces 2017 (Animal Portraits, Winner), Moscow International Foto Awards 2018 (Photographers of the Year, Nature category), Prix De La Photographie Paris 2017 (Silver, Nature/Domestic Animals), and Tokyo International Foto Awards 2018 (Bronze, Nature/Pets).

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