Birthday surprise!

If you know this adorable pair, don’t tell their dad – this session is a surprise for his birthday. Monty is a 3-year-old American Eskimo rescued from the Atlanta Humane Society, and Mooner is his older brother, a 10-year-old cat who almost weighs as much as Monty! They have a gorgeous home in Inman Park and were complete and total hams for the camera. Monty never tired of hearing me whistle and Mooner was one of the most outgoing cats I’ve ever met – he came right to the door and pretty much made sure he was in the room no matter where we were.

And yes – Monty really is as soft as he looks!

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This face cracks me up – Mooner’s kitty condo overlooks the couch, so if you’re watching TV and look directly up over your head, this will be your view:

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They each have their own door they prefer to as their look-out spot during the day – Mooner takes the door where squirrels and birds abound, and Monty waits patiently for his dad to get home.

June 4, 2011 - 12:42 am

Michele - This family SO needs to meet Macy at Atlanta Pet Rescue! She’d be the perfect look-alike to Mooner!

May 27, 2011 - 1:53 pm

Dana - I love that shot of Mooner on the maroon bed – gorgeous eyes and I love the DOF. I’m sure their dad will love his birthday surprise 🙂

May 27, 2011 - 9:06 am

redbird - Very nicely done. Love the expressions on their faces.

May 26, 2011 - 2:34 pm

Bethany Giannini - Haha, I like the view of Mooner above the couch. Made me smile!

May 26, 2011 - 9:55 am

Barb Boyack - Just beautiful!!!!!

Frankenstein & Rockefeller

Frankie is the official “office dog” of the digital magazine Alister & Paine. He’s a 2-year-old shepherd mix who loves squeaky toys, sticks, and every person he meets. Rocky is his new 4-month-old brother, a clumsily adorable Great Dane rescue pup. The boys are still getting to know each other, but Rocky has completely taken to Frankie and follows him around everywhere. They play and wrestle, and were happy to show off for their session.

We arranged to shoot at a private skate park in Atlanta, and Frankie and Rocky were both amazing – even with the activity and sudden noises, they were attentive and happy to entertain us. Aren’t they a handsome pair?

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May 27, 2011 - 7:58 pm

Murphy Dog - Awesome and so freaking cute! That first shot with the graffiti in the background easily blows away all the other “graffiti dog” photographs I have seen. Well done… Very well done.

May 25, 2011 - 10:59 am

Erin - Heart Melt. I loooooove the goofy dane face!!

May 24, 2011 - 6:18 pm

Cricket Beach - Oh my goodness!! Aren’t they just gorgeous! Such pretty puppies!

May 24, 2011 - 2:28 pm

Julia P. - Your children play so nice together! I love the picture where both of their jaws are matched up perfectly while horsing around.

May 24, 2011 - 2:03 pm

Jasmine B. - These pics are absolutely beautiful!

May 24, 2011 - 1:51 pm

Barbara Bostock - You and Rocky and Frankie all look beautiful! LOVE the photos!!!!

May 24, 2011 - 10:30 am

Dana - Oh what an awesome location! LOVE it – and the dogs are just adorable 🙂

May 24, 2011 - 9:47 am

Stephanie - #1. I am in LOVE with their names. #2.The second picture of Rocky is priceless. #3. The last shot is pretty B.A as well. Awesome job Leesia!

May 24, 2011 - 9:32 am

Sara - LOVE the last one! So sweet and such a beautiful pic!

May 24, 2011 - 9:25 am

Claire Garrett - oh my goodness they are both too cute!! That last image is absolutely amazing! x

Peanut

Peanut was adopted from Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption last year and is Max and Madison‘s new sister. When she first arrived at the shelter, she was skittish, shy, and had some skin issues. But with Candace as her foster mom and Madison as her new best friend, she slowly but surely came out of her shell and when you meet the three-dog pack and their mama you know Peanut’s found her perfect place. She and Madison wrestle, play, and sleep together. Max allows her to kiss him and shows her how gentle big dogs can be.

Our best guess for her breed is chihuahua and…something else, maybe border terrier?! Whatever she is, she is seven pounds of spunky cuteness – wouldn’t you agree?

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May 23, 2011 - 11:31 am

Cricket Beach - Love APR and love a chihuahua! Peanut is absolutely precious! Such sweet pics!

May 23, 2011 - 11:31 am

Cricket Beach - LOVE APR and I LOVE a chihuahua! Peanut is just a precious baby! Adorable, sweet images!

May 21, 2011 - 5:59 pm

Michele - LOVE PEANUT!! Thank you, Candace, for giving her a fabulous home! And thank you, Leesia, for more awesome pictures of APR alum!

May 20, 2011 - 11:01 am

candace - Rescuing a dog from a shelter, especially Atlanta Pet Rescue is the most rewarding experience. Here is Peanut, brilliantly captured by Leesia and it wouldn’t be possible with APR and Leesia promoting Atlanta Pet Rescue and other shelters! Fill your heart with love like this and adopt! Thank you so much Leesia for your time and the gift of the true spirt of Peanut in photos!

May 20, 2011 - 10:56 am

Cathy - I’m proud to say that I fostered Peanut for a bit and she is the BEST girl ever! Beautiful work, Leesia!