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Started by Alchemist , Aug 04 2012 06:08 PM

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#1 Alchemist

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Posted 04 August 2012 - 06:08 PM

What's this? Could it be one of the most photogenic Border collies in North America? Is someone stealing Anda's photos yet again?
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Nope. These photos were taken with a Nikon, so they can't possibly be Anda's, as we all know she's a dedicated Canon-ite.

Two weeks ago, when I was in Denver helping my mother through knee replacement surgery, I had the distinct pleasure of meeting both Anda and Ouzo. I'm happy to report that they're both even more charismatic in person than anyone could possibly have anticipated.

Ouzo is also quite the gentleman. Even when a spaniel was being incredibly in-your-face annoying in the dog park ("Whee!!! LET'S PLAY!", when everyone KNOWS there's the important job at hand of FETCH), Ouzo tactfully ignored his behavior, as this series clearly demonstrates:

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Posted 04 August 2012 - 06:14 PM

Anda and Ouzo are fortunate to enjoy by far the nicest dog park I've EVER seen. (Duncan and I would kill for something like this). LOTS of room, lots of water for swimming, lots of fields for "fetch":
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Ouzo, of course, never fails to capture his prey:
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Ouzo is amazingly talented. Have you ever known a dog capable of telekinesis?
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Posted 04 August 2012 - 06:18 PM

Anda shared some tips on how to get good action shots. I need them, as I'm terrible at throwing balls and taking photographs simultaneously.

I have to admit, it takes rare skills as a photographer to make a dog as handsome as Ouzo look, well, "peculiar":
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Thank you, Anda, for a thoroughly pleasant afternoon! It was a privilege to meet both of you!!!

Here's to the happiest Border collie in the world!
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Posted 04 August 2012 - 08:06 PM

Wonderful pics and charming subject.

Thanks for sharing. :D
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Posted 04 August 2012 - 08:21 PM

Of course you take gorgeous photos anyway, but how fun to have such a great subject! Awesome shots.

PS. Now I know who you are on FB. :lol:
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Posted 05 August 2012 - 12:24 PM

Very impressive and enjoyable pictures to look at and such a beautiful subject to photograph. B)
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Posted 05 August 2012 - 06:04 PM

Lynn, thank you for the fabulous photographs of my goofball!! It was so great to meet you!

PS. Now I know who you are on FB. :lol:



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Posted 05 August 2012 - 06:36 PM

Great photos and great subject! (Where are the pics of Anda?)

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Posted 05 August 2012 - 06:41 PM

Grrreat photos! I love the shaking one!
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Posted 05 August 2012 - 10:13 PM

Great photos and great subject! (Where are the pics of Anda?)

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Posted 07 August 2012 - 05:22 PM

Beautiful shots, can you share those tips on how to throw a ball and get a nice photo? :P

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Posted 09 August 2012 - 01:09 AM

OK what is the secret to getting awesome action shots?

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Posted 09 August 2012 - 10:20 AM

How fun! Those are lovely pictures!

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