On Wednesday 25th August 2010, I shall be embarking on one of my biggest challenges in the world of pet photography. No, it is not the photography of my own Schnauzer dog "Millie," nor is it entering into a fenced off area with tame lions and tigers ! Yes from 05:33 until 20:32, I will be covering as wide an area as possible on my bicycle armed with my trusty camera, a bag of tricks and a stash of chocolate biscuits for myself. The aim to photograph as many dogs as possible from dawn until dusk.  Okay, I may well meet a cat or two in various neighbourhoods, and they will be shot as well.  Who knows I may even shoot the dog owners themselves if I find them not "picking up"  after their dog!

On a serious note, I have the utmost respect for the Dogs Trust and their dedicated staff having seen closely the tremendous work that they have done over the years with the rehoming and rehabilitation of many dogs. This project has been in my head for many months and only now has been the right time for me to bring it to fruition.

I have no idea how many dogs will be captured throughout this memorable day but rest assured wherever you be hiding pooches, I shall find you!  We'll also be accompanied during part of the day by a well known BBC celebrity in Scottish circles, who will lend a helping hand ! All monies raised will go directly to the Dogs Trust.

Donations can be made in advance of the event by sponsoring me via this web page.  Donations may also be made on the day to the Dogs Trust Team that will be supporting me on my travels.  Plus ALL monies raised from the direct sales of any professional reprints will also go directly to the Dogs Trust.

For all those donating, there is an opportunity to win a professional dog photography shoot and large framed print by simply guessing the TOTAL number of DOGS that I manage to photograph between the hours as specified above.  Whoever is the nearest to the total will win the prize.  The prize winner's shoot will take place either in Ayrshire or in your neck of the woods the next time I am on my travels to that area.  Thank you in advance for your support and you'll no doubt see images from the event in due course! 

Best wishes, Paul Walker, FMPA, ARPS ABPPA

Owner of Paws Pet Photography & Paul Walker Images

www.pawspetphotography.co.uk

www.paulwalkerimages.co.uk

01292 443701

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