Mr. Maxwell is the new brother to the Karra Kostya Photogaphy alum Miss Penny. Maxwell was celebrating his birthday so his parents thought updated family photos were in order.

Miss Coco’s Mom is a previous client who has worked with us before. Coco was adopted at 4 years old however she was recently diagnosed as having lymphoma. Her mom contacted us to photograph Coco before she crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. We had a home session for Coco where she was surrounded by familiar […]

It was a rainy day when we met up with Miss Penny and her parents for their session!  Miss Penny is a border collie mix and a true model.  She loves being out in all kinds of weather and on this particular day it was overcast and rainy.   Miss Penny met her parents at […]

Do’s for you: If you usually wear makeup, Put on a little more makeup than usual.  It will photograph better.  Better yet, pamper yourself and get your hair and makeup done! Plan your outfit to complement your pets coloring and ideally fit within the decor of your home so that if you want to feature […]

We take photos as a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone.   ~ Katie Thurmes Every pet owner I speak with tells me the same thing.  My pet is my best friend.  They saved me.  They make my world better.  My pet is my family. Every pet has a story.  How will you remember your […]

I am pleased to introduce Missy to the Islay Corners Photography family.  Missy is a senior pet who doesn’t like to give out her age but let’s just say she’s over 10.  What lady ever does want to give her age? MIssy is a beautiful Sheltie with a heart of gold and quiet demeanor.  Missy […]

So you are thinking about booking a photography session?  Awesome, let’s talk.   Planning can provide guidance for a successful portrait session.  Your session is an investment in your memories so a little planning can go a long way.   At your preconsultation, we discuss your goals for the session.  Do you want all posed […]

When my husband and I adopted our first cat together, we were experienced pet owners. That said nothing prepared us for the day when our sweet little orange tabby Marmalade (Marma was nearly 18) passed away from chronic renal failure. When we returned from the vet’s that day, all we had left was her collar, […]

This gorgeous family recently relocated to the country and adopted a new member of the family! They wanted to start the year off right and have a session to celebrate the new member of the family! It was a wee bit on the chilly side but everyone hunkered down and championed through. The wonderful rustic […]

Miss J is a soon to be high school graduate, with plans for university. Miss J is the granddaughter of a dear friend. She reminds me of myself, twenty years ago. I had two horses in my younger years, back when I lived on a farm. They meant the world to me as Mr. J […]