Sebastian here.

The photo session I’m going to talk about today is a most rare and special photo shoot. Why, you ask? Because it made me question my whole identity.

Here’s the thing. When a golden retriever meets another golden retriever, there’s always this moment of shock and awe, if you will. It’s as though we’re all amazed that we’re not the only one; not the only golden retriever in the world. Logically, I know I’m not the only one, but every single time I meet another GR, I just can’t believe my eyes.

When Luke, Mabel and Millie came by the studio, it was like I had seen a ghost. Well, maybe not a ghost. More like my reflection. In duplicate! See, Luke and Mabel are both golden retrievers too. I think they were just as shocked to see me as I was to see them. Thankfully Millie, a rottweiler, was there to settle us all down.

Once the three of us got over our initial golden retriever shock, all four of us got along splendidly. Luke and Millie are an old-fashioned, lovely couple with the charm and etiquette to match. Luke’s the kind of dog to tip his cap to you and give you a wink, and Millie’s the sort of lady to blush at every compliment. That is, she would blush, if dogs were capable of blushing.

And then there’s Mabel. She’s a bit of a newcomer, taking on a Dog Apprenticeship, you might say, but Luke and Mabel have welcomed her into their family with open arms paws.

I invite you to check out our facebook page for more photos of the adorable trio!

-Sebastian

Watch out Toronto, here comes Jason KB Photo!

Did you know Jason’s photography is currently on display at a number of pet supply retailers and service providers throughout the city? Would you like to check out some of these works of art? We thought you might!

In the coming weeks, the Jason KB Photo blog will be featuring a series of posts detailing the display locations of Jason’s work throughout Toronto. So, if you happen to be in the neighbourhood, why not check one out? This is a great way to see Jason’s style of photography in person and get a sense of what artworks of your animals would look like.

For those living in Bloor West Village (and those who often find themselves in Bloor West Village), you can head on down to the Bloor West Village Animal Hospital. Opened in March, 2009, by Dr. Christopher O’Toole, the Bloor West Village Animal Hospital provides veterinary services to Bloor West Village and the surrounding communities. They offer wellness programs, digital radiology, acupuncture, surgical and dental procedures, dental radiology and hospitalization on site. Dr. O’Toole and Oscar, his wheaten terrier, also like to frequent nearby High Park, so you might just see them next time you’re out for a walk.

Bloor West Village Animal Hospital is located at 2100 Bloor St. West, unit 8, Toronto, M6S 1M7. Don’t forget to have a peek at the Jason KB Photo art display while you’re there and say ‘Hi!’ from us.

Bloor West Animal Hospital2100 Bloor St. West, unit 8Toronto, ONM6S 1M7(416)769-9328bloorwestvet@gmail.com  

Hello dogs and dames! Sebastian here again.

After a light breakfast of kibble strawberries with clotted cream and pink champagne, I thought I’d peruse through some of Jason’s older work. It turns out, not all of his photo sessions have made it onto the blog. When he asked me to act as a blog writer for him, I thought it was because he was such a fan of my prose. Now, I suspect, it’s just because he wants me to do his work for him. The sly devil. Next time he walks by I’m going to “accidentally” swipe him with my tail. How do you like them apples, Jason?

Anyway, without further ado, may I introduce: Ralph. Ralph’s a handsome mini schnauzer. Now, at the time when Ralph dropped by the studio, I still hadn’t graduated from *cough*journalismschool*cough*, so, I never got the chance to interview him, but here’s what the boys had to say about his trip to Jason KB Photo:

Ralph’s a really great dog. Very sweet. He was a little nervous at first and a wee bit scared, but after awhile, he got comfortable and his personality really came to the fore. He really opened up after the first few frames and started telling, what must be, his favorite joke. He kept saying, “I mustache you a question; do you like my mustache?” He was really great, really very sweet. He also loves his marrow bones! Sebastian tried to sneak a nibble, but Ralph insisted there simply wasn’t enough to go around. If he let Sebastian have a bite, then Jason and Angus would surely want some too, and there simply wasn’t enough for that! What a character. All in all, we had a great time with Ralph!

Not enough to go around, indeed. Do you see that size of that marrow bone?! All I wanted was a taste, Ralph. Just a taste! I guess with a mustache like yours, you’re used to getting your way. Anyway folks, enjoy some photos of Ralph below!

- Sebastian