The beginning of this year, I signed up to volunteer with the PSPCA. It only made sense… after all, I love dogs and I love photography so what better than to use the two together to try to help some pups find new families. Couldn’t hurt to have a cute, new doggy headshot to display on Petfinder… I thought. So I’d wander the shelter, camera in hand and pockets stuffed full of dog treats, befriending all the dogs I could and trying my best to capture those sweet, sometimes scared, faces. It’s hard to comprehend how something can be so rewarding, yet so heartbreaking at the same time. To be quite honest, I didn’t know if pretty pictures would make any sort of difference. Until last week, when I received an e-mail that made my heart swell and my eyes tear up. Thank you, Katie, for giving Aspyn such a loving home and for sending me the e-mail that made my day, week, month!
Dear April,
This is just a note to say that I am a big fan of your photography and I have you to thank for the recent addition to our family. It was your photo of Aspyn, the Rottweiler/ Shepherd mix, that inspired me to pursue her adoption from the Philadelphia SPCA. It was such a striking photo and really captured her personality, although we didn’t know how wonderful she was at the time. We’ve had her nearly 3 months and we can’t imagine our lives without her. So, thanks. Your photo led me to her and I appreciate that. Keep at it.
This story was recently published in AroundMainLine.com‘s e-newsletter, which you can read by clicking HERE!
Stephanie S. - Ahh…….that made me tear up!! That was so nice of her to let you know that you really are helping, no doubt about it!
Katie Clark - Aspyn really is famous! I can only hope all this publicity leads more people to new doggie friends at the PSPCA! Thanks again April!
Tish Mackay - News like that makes life such a happier place. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it over and over – You have been my inspiration to take pet pics and thanks to you, petfinder is getting Project HALO pups adopted faster than ever. You are amazing April and from the bottom of my heart and all the pups that find wonderful homes – thank you for everything you do! 🙂
Lauri - Awww! I’m all teary-eyed now! That must make you feel so good. You’ve bettered so many dog’s lives (and owner’s lives!) with your amazing work, and I’m so glad she took the time to let you know. 🙂
john...of johnwairephoto - the TRUE power of photography. keep up the good work april!
gingela5 - That is such a sweet story! That’s awesome! The power of photography! Good job to you!
~mel - aww.. makes me teary-eyed too! sweet email =)
isabel - You’ve made alot of people smile with your work… 🙂
Claire - oh april, that’s such a lovely note. i bet that makes you feel so glad you’re doing what you’re doing–i think it’s wonderful that you donate your time and services to help these guys out. i really feel like we’re so blessed to be able to work with dogs as a job that i try to give back as much as possible. you should do a session with aspyn and her new family! 🙂
Judy G. - Dogs’ personalities seem to shine through in your photographs. You have a gift and are using it to save lives. You’re amazing! Gotta schedule Tucher at the end of Sept for new photos if possible. He may have hip/knee problems so we have to go for an evaluation/possible surgery. It’s always something with pets!
Alleigh - You are an amazing photographer, so this isn’t really a surprise, but how nice to really see the difference that you make. You should be very proud, April!
Nicole - Hey April,
This is awesome awesome news! Congrats!
Were you leaning OVER the fence for this shot?
Nick - Always nice to be able to make a difference with your work 🙂