I fell in love with photography when I was a teenager and developed my first roll of film in the bathroom. My parents and I built a darkroom, where I taught myself film processing and b&w printing. I could spend hours in the darkroom and now find myself sitting in front of my computer using my old skills with new technologies. I'm a published photographer and a frequent participant in group shows in the Southern California area.

After the passing of my 16 year old puppy, I created a photo book on my Mac about him. I missed him desperately, but was not ready to get another dog. To get my "fix" I started volunteering at the LA Animal Shelters and with Angels in Fur Dog Rescue. Since I've been doing photography for such a long time, I decided to devote my energy and love of animals to an exciting new business venture---Lä Dé Dog Photography. Translation: I love dogs, all dogs, can't get enough of them and always smell like dogs):

Thirty-five framed photos now hang on the walls at the new West Valley Animal Shelter. I donated my times and services to photograph many of their amazing animals. I love to see people walk in and shocked to realize that all of these beautiful animals were once in this shelter. Yes, you can get wonderful animals there. You should stop by sometime and check them out. I'm very proud of this donation.

A portion of all proceeds will be donated to Angels in Fur Dog Rescue, and the LA Animal Shelter. I continually hit up my friends to donate blankets, toys, leashes and money for the shelter. With their help, I have been able to purchase 170 beds, countless toys and treats.