Clapton hails from Ark City, KS. He and his parents visited my studio as he was diagnosed with lymphoma and has entered a pallative care stage of life. His parents wanted to have a photo session so they came all the way from Ark City for Clapton’s Phoenix Session. While his parents were excited for […]

This pack’s Mom contacted me for their in home session as one of her pack was facing some health issues. Three dogs, two humans and a finicky feline make for a fun session.

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 […]

Miss Moxie came to us at a delicate stage of life.  She had been recently diagnosed with terminal cancer.  Despite her failing health, Moxie and her dad rocked their Phoenix session at Sedgwick County Park here in Wichita. It was a true honor to capture the love and connection between Miss Moxie and her dad.

Meet Ben & Daisy.  They are their parents’ children and best friends.  Both Ben & Daisy were seniors at their Phoenix Session. Despite Miss Daisy being under the weather, she was a trooper.  Ben & Daisy’s mom and dad wanted photos as both dogs had been sick recently.  These two little Bostons with big hearts […]

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, […]

When we adopt a pet, it’s a wonderful thing. There are parts that can be trying like hairballs, poop and trips for shots. It is an all around rewarding experience. Then reality steps in. We begin to realize that as we age, so do our pets. This is the hard part. There isn’t a pill […]