You love to flood the internet with adorable photographs of your dog, but you feel your instafeed can be better. Keep reading - it's easy. I am pet photographer YELLOW LAB (@yellowlabpetphoto on insta) and today I'm sharing my top tips on how to take better photos so you can up your instagame and your doggy become the influencer he deserves to be. Clean lens: This happens to me all the time. With my big DSLR camera AND my iPhone. I am snapping away and can just not figure out why the photograph looks out of focus. Use a microfibre cloth or clean it with your shirt. Focus: Camera apps let y ..read more

I'm a photographer who specialise in photographing dogs and the unique relationship between dogs and their human parents. I've written an ebook where I share my top tips on how you can photograph your pooch like a professional only using your iPhone. Though, it's come to my attention that a lot of my clients struggle to photograph their black dogs. So I have made a video where I show you just how you can get your black dog to look in your photo like the cute little pooch he/she is and not just like a black blob ;-) Watch the video Tag & share with your friends who have black dogs See the ..read more

Last year we had some amazing events with the Yellow Lab family. Should we be doing some of these again for 2023? Highlights: Lots of families have been coming back for photoshoots. When kids get older, when there’s a new family member and my favourite, when you bring your puppy for portraits and come back a couple of months later once your adult dog is full grown. The halloween dog party with Otiboaty Boutique was THE event of the year! Get your costumes ready and save the date for Saturday 28 Oct 11am at Onepoto Domain Auckland. Together with Saving Hope Foundation we raised nearly $7 ..read more

Artpoint art trail in Hobsonville The past weekend I took part in the Artpoint art trail. I wanted to share my Yellow Lab dog photography and show off the beautiful area that I live in. It was a way to explore Hobsonville through my lens and the amazing dogs that bring smiles to the coastal walkway. My portraits were on display in the gourmet candy shop FON candy floss shop, 74 Hobsonville Point Road, Hobsonville Point. If you’re in the area I highly recommend you visit Greg and Roxanne’s candy store. We’ve had incredible feedback on the amount of people who attended. Now, you can enjoy the ne ..read more

2023 Christmas gift guide for dogs & pet lovers It’s that time of year again! The Yellow Lab Christmas gift guide is here to help you buy something special for the dog mom in your life or to treat your furbaby to a special gift that’ll be his favourite. As a pet photographer over the last 7 years in Auckland’s doggy industry, I've met and come in contact with great New Zealand brands who supply dog products who I think you should know about. My list of brands I’ve become friends with started out as a list of 6, has grown into a directory of 81 different small NZ dog businesses with unique ..read more

Get your dog’s cutest, creepiest costume ready! It’s your dog’s favourite time of the year where Yellow Lab Dog & Family Photography in Auckland and Otiboaty Doggy Dreamland, Warkworth’s luxury doggy daycare throw the party of the year. See photos for creepy and cute halloween dog costumes and 15 other NZ small businesses who is sponsoring the fun. Halloween party for dogs, Saturday 28 Oct 12-2-pm, Pocket Bar & Kitchen Follow @otiboatydreamland & @yellowlabpetphoto on Instagram for details and updates Category prizes are Best trick Best dressed dog Best dressed duo Best d ..read more

The Ultimate Canine Collection: Must-Read Books for Dog Lovers Here is curated a list of the absolute best books for dog lovers. If you find yourself enchanted by the wagging tails, wet noses, and unwavering loyalty of our furry friends, then this collection is tailor-made for you. From heartwarming tales that tug at your heartstrings to informative guides that deepen your understanding of canine behavior, these books have been handpicked to delight and engage all dog enthusiasts. These books offer a glimpse into the profound impact dogs have on our lives, reminding us of the joy, comfort, and ..read more

My dog & family photography business Yellow Lab is 7! so I’m sharing lessons I've learned lessons I've learned photographing dogs Training is always a good idea Take time on your walks for random stops You’re happiest when you surround yourself with friends Genuine joy is contagious A walk is better when shared There’s always time for a power nap Soak up the love a cuddly dog wants to give you Tax. Not as fun to pay as the cheese tax but just as necessary  Playtime is essential. Schedule it  Be present in the moment It’s important to be calm & patient ..read more

A list of talented tattoo artists who specialize in creating stunning and personalized pet portrait tattoos. For those of us who share an indescribable bond with our furry companions, immortalizing their image on our skin can be a meaningful and beautiful way to honor their presence in our lives. Hi, I’m Salome, dog and family photographer Yellow Lab (yes, I photograph dogs and dogs with their humans for a living!). It was just before my doggy Max’s 3rd birthday that I decided to get a special tattoo to commemorate him. I bet it will be one of many for Max as I have plenty of ideas from my res ..read more

You have (or are getting) a new puppy. Congratulations!!!! Now don’t mess up this perfect little bundle. You’re completely overwhelmed with how to treat him to mold him/ her into the perfectly model dog citizen everyone would like to say hi to at the cafe. It’s tough when you need to choose between following the rescue, breeder, vet or internet’s advice. Is raw fed fed, should you give them pet milk, should you crate train, where does my dog sleep, will he ever stop weeing in the house, which tricks to teach him first if any, how to stop barking, how to stop biting…….. I’m a dog photographer ..read more