PICK UP DOGS
“PICK UP DOGS”
jim work
My heart has always been drawn to both cameras and dogs. My journey has never wandered far from either of these things. They have been a constant in my life.
Iam always looking for the perfect photographic project. My problem is to actually find one that I will start to work on and not just languish inpreparation and planning and hence, undone. It took me a while to realize that the only perfect project is the one you are working on right now.
My“Pick up Dog” project has been a work in progress since photographing my first dog while on vacation in Silver City, NM in June of 2005. Over the years I have“shot” a 100 or so wind blown dogs.
I love to watch them as they surf the wind. Their ability to balance and share their space with tools, tires, groceries and other junk is mind-blowing. Some bark, pace and howl, others ride in quiet contentment. They come in all sizes and breeds, colors and personalities.Out here in the Southwest the Heelers and the Sheppards are often seen. I suspect that has to do with cattle work and that the pick up is the preferred commute vehicle for both owner and dog.
Whenever I ask an owner if I may photograph their dog, I almost always get asked “why” ? I have a hard time giving an answer other than I just feel the need.
I am in always looking for more and interesting “pick up” riding dogs. If you want to contact me, please email me gymwork@gmail.com.
jim work
My heart has always been drawn to both cameras and dogs. My journey has never wandered far from either of these things. They have been a constant in my life.
Iam always looking for the perfect photographic project. My problem is to actually find one that I will start to work on and not just languish inpreparation and planning and hence, undone. It took me a while to realize that the only perfect project is the one you are working on right now.
My“Pick up Dog” project has been a work in progress since photographing my first dog while on vacation in Silver City, NM in June of 2005. Over the years I have“shot” a 100 or so wind blown dogs.
I love to watch them as they surf the wind. Their ability to balance and share their space with tools, tires, groceries and other junk is mind-blowing. Some bark, pace and howl, others ride in quiet contentment. They come in all sizes and breeds, colors and personalities.Out here in the Southwest the Heelers and the Sheppards are often seen. I suspect that has to do with cattle work and that the pick up is the preferred commute vehicle for both owner and dog.
Whenever I ask an owner if I may photograph their dog, I almost always get asked “why” ? I have a hard time giving an answer other than I just feel the need.
I am in always looking for more and interesting “pick up” riding dogs. If you want to contact me, please email me gymwork@gmail.com.
