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Puppies Category 3rd Place Winner Robyn Pope, United States of America Title of Image: ‘Let's call it Roly Poly Puppy’ Dog: Snickers, cross breed puppy photographed for Doodle Rock Rescue 'In this image, I knew the moment Snickers began rolling around on the blanket that I had to embody his zest for life in a photo that would help him find the perfect playful home. I truly love working with dogs of all backgrounds to capture extraordinary photos worthy of even the most sophisticated pet parents and discerning commercial clientele. At home, we have six gentle giants of our own who serve as ambassadors on our 7-acre pet photography property and the ultimate creative muses.' - Robyn Pope Technical specifications Canon 5D mark IV, f/5.6, 1/500, ISO 100, focal length: 12mm, with flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
1/30Puppies Category 3rd Place Winner Robyn Pope, United States of America Title of Image: ‘Let's call it Roly Poly Puppy’ Dog: Snickers, cross breed puppy photographed for Doodle Rock Rescue 'In this image, I knew the moment Snickers began rolling around on the blanket that I had to embody his zest for life in a photo that would help him find the perfect playful home. I truly love working with dogs of all backgrounds to capture extraordinary photos worthy of even the most sophisticated pet parents and discerning commercial clientele. At home, we have six gentle giants of our own who serve as ambassadors on our 7-acre pet photography property and the ultimate creative muses.' - Robyn Pope Technical specifications Canon 5D mark IV, f/5.6, 1/500, ISO 100, focal length: 12mm, with flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Dogs at Play Category 1st Place Winner Elinor Roizman, Israel Title of image: ‘I'll catch you’ Dog: Lili, Pomeranian 'This particular photo was taken in the beach just before sunset. I shot 4 dogs on that day, Lili, and her 3 bigger brothers. Suddenly, Lili, the smallest bitch, began to jump with pleasure at the soap bubbles and play as if she were a puppy. It was a precious moment full of happiness and true freedom.' - Elinor Roizman Technical specifications Canon 5D mark IV Aperture f/ 4 ISO speed 800 focal Length: 120 mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure Time 1/2000 Lens: canon 70-200MM 2.8 ii is Flash: no flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
2/30Dogs at Play Category 1st Place Winner Elinor Roizman, Israel Title of image: ‘I'll catch you’ Dog: Lili, Pomeranian 'This particular photo was taken in the beach just before sunset. I shot 4 dogs on that day, Lili, and her 3 bigger brothers. Suddenly, Lili, the smallest bitch, began to jump with pleasure at the soap bubbles and play as if she were a puppy. It was a precious moment full of happiness and true freedom.' - Elinor Roizman Technical specifications Canon 5D mark IV Aperture f/ 4 ISO speed 800 focal Length: 120 mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure Time 1/2000 Lens: canon 70-200MM 2.8 ii is Flash: no flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Puppies Category 1st Place Winner Klaus Dyba, Germany Title of image: ‘Little Ceylin’ Dog: Ceylin, Italian Greyhound 'Ceylin was the second dog of my friend Birguel. The photo means much too me since her first dog, also an Italian greyhound died at puppy age in a car accident. 13 weeks old Cylin has the whole life in front of her. You can see it in her expression.' - Klaus Dyba Technical specification Phase One Medium Format IQ 250, Aperture: 16 (f/2.8) ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 80.00 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/320 S Flash: Yes Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
3/30Puppies Category 1st Place Winner Klaus Dyba, Germany Title of image: ‘Little Ceylin’ Dog: Ceylin, Italian Greyhound 'Ceylin was the second dog of my friend Birguel. The photo means much too me since her first dog, also an Italian greyhound died at puppy age in a car accident. 13 weeks old Cylin has the whole life in front of her. You can see it in her expression.' - Klaus Dyba Technical specification Phase One Medium Format IQ 250, Aperture: 16 (f/2.8) ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 80.00 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/320 S Flash: Yes Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Portrait 1st Place Winner Carol Durrant, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Glenturret Autumn Gold’ Dog: Crew, Darcie, Pagan (Glenturret) Flat Coated Retrievers 'The photograph was taken on the last day of October 2016 in the UK as we had the best autumn for years for it colours for many years but this day there was a mist in the background to make the photo magical. The photo was taken at Ash Rangers where the dogs walk daily – Crew, Darcie and Pagan. This photo is memorable due to Crew’s short life cut short at 3 with IBD disease.' - Carol Durrant Technical specification iPhone 6s, Aperture F2.2 ISO speed 1/200 SEC Exposure auto Flash no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
4/30Portrait 1st Place Winner Carol Durrant, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Glenturret Autumn Gold’ Dog: Crew, Darcie, Pagan (Glenturret) Flat Coated Retrievers 'The photograph was taken on the last day of October 2016 in the UK as we had the best autumn for years for it colours for many years but this day there was a mist in the background to make the photo magical. The photo was taken at Ash Rangers where the dogs walk daily – Crew, Darcie and Pagan. This photo is memorable due to Crew’s short life cut short at 3 with IBD disease.' - Carol Durrant Technical specification iPhone 6s, Aperture F2.2 ISO speed 1/200 SEC Exposure auto Flash no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Dogs at Work 1st Place Winner Tracy Kidd, United Kingdom Image title: ‘Wayne’s Team’ Dogs: (Back row) Skye age 13. Lemon Working Cocker. Wayne’s soul mate. Loving, stubborn and wild when she was younger. (Front row) Jenny age 9. Liver Working Cocker. Daughter of Skye. Tough as old boots yet loves to be cuddled. The boss! Pippin - age 1. Yellow Retriever. Extremely intelligent and is always a thousand miles an hour. Milly - age 4. Black Retriever. Pippin’s Mother. Grease Lightening and on fire, especially on Grouse. Bramble - age 6. Lemon / White Working Cocker. Hates to be told off. Always wants to please. Obsessed about checking scent. Loves a cuddle and very affectionate. Ember - age 3. Yellow Retriever. So laid back. Very independent and works on her own. Always picks up. Extremely eager. Bonnie - age 4. Yellow/White Working Cocker. Very loving however a little arrogant! Always has her nose to the ground but slow to retrieve. Always loves a cuddle. 'I was in photographer's heaven whilst out on the shoot with Wayne’s Team of working dogs. It was a privilege to watch them, tails held high, nose to the ground and retrieving. All of them totally in tune with Wayne Green, hanging on every command and thoroughly enjoying their job. Its days like this and the reality of life that I am looking to capture in my images. To document life, as it is, with passion. I always promised myself at the age of forty I was going to follow my dream to and become the best photographer I could be. Now at forty eight, through passion, hard work and determination, I have a photography business I am very proud of.' - Tracy Kidd Technical Specifications Nikon D850 Speed 1/160 F/4.5 ISO 1250 125mm (70-200mm f2.8) Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
5/30Dogs at Work 1st Place Winner Tracy Kidd, United Kingdom Image title: ‘Wayne’s Team’ Dogs: (Back row) Skye age 13. Lemon Working Cocker. Wayne’s soul mate. Loving, stubborn and wild when she was younger. (Front row) Jenny age 9. Liver Working Cocker. Daughter of Skye. Tough as old boots yet loves to be cuddled. The boss! Pippin - age 1. Yellow Retriever. Extremely intelligent and is always a thousand miles an hour. Milly - age 4. Black Retriever. Pippin’s Mother. Grease Lightening and on fire, especially on Grouse. Bramble - age 6. Lemon / White Working Cocker. Hates to be told off. Always wants to please. Obsessed about checking scent. Loves a cuddle and very affectionate. Ember - age 3. Yellow Retriever. So laid back. Very independent and works on her own. Always picks up. Extremely eager. Bonnie - age 4. Yellow/White Working Cocker. Very loving however a little arrogant! Always has her nose to the ground but slow to retrieve. Always loves a cuddle. 'I was in photographer's heaven whilst out on the shoot with Wayne’s Team of working dogs. It was a privilege to watch them, tails held high, nose to the ground and retrieving. All of them totally in tune with Wayne Green, hanging on every command and thoroughly enjoying their job. Its days like this and the reality of life that I am looking to capture in my images. To document life, as it is, with passion. I always promised myself at the age of forty I was going to follow my dream to and become the best photographer I could be. Now at forty eight, through passion, hard work and determination, I have a photography business I am very proud of.' - Tracy Kidd Technical Specifications Nikon D850 Speed 1/160 F/4.5 ISO 1250 125mm (70-200mm f2.8) Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Portrait 3rd Place Winner Michael M Sweeney, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘A Winters Storm’ Dog: Hugo, Pomeranian 'I photographed my dog at the window here in my tenement flat in Glasgow using available natural light during a winter’s storm of hailstones, wind and rain.' - Michael Sweeney Technical specification Nikon D3, Aperture F4 ISO 800 Focal Length 50 mm Exposure Manual 1/125 sec Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
6/30Portrait 3rd Place Winner Michael M Sweeney, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘A Winters Storm’ Dog: Hugo, Pomeranian 'I photographed my dog at the window here in my tenement flat in Glasgow using available natural light during a winter’s storm of hailstones, wind and rain.' - Michael Sweeney Technical specification Nikon D3, Aperture F4 ISO 800 Focal Length 50 mm Exposure Manual 1/125 sec Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Rescue Dogs Charity Category 3rd Place Winner Christina Roemmelt, Austria Title of image: ‘Over the sea of fog’ Pet name: Dania, Cross breed Portuguese Podengo, rescue dog 'My name is Christina and I was born in Munich. I moved to a small village next to Innsbruck in Austria together with my husband 11 years ago. After having settled down, we adopted two rescue dogs from Spain, thrown away like garbage, found in a dustbin. It wasn't possible to literally touch Dania for the first six month. Now we spend all the time together. The dogs accompany us to work and in our leisure time we explore the nature together. My wish was to fix the special mood of these moments, staying outside, enjoying nature together and acting as a team. For this reason, inspired by my husband, who is a landscape photographer, I got in touch with photography three years ago. On the picture you can see one of these very special moments. We hiked on Keipen on Senja [Norway] last year and stood speechless on top when the nature was bathed in golden light by the midnight sun. Everything was calm and peaceful. The dogs and us were completely on our own. This is one of my absolutely all-time favourite pictures from our trips.' - Christina Roemmelt Technical specification Sony Alpha 7s, Aperture: f/16, ISO speed: 100, focal Length: 20mm, Exposure program: Manual Exposure Time: 1/60, flash: no flash Lens: Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 L3 Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
7/30Rescue Dogs Charity Category 3rd Place Winner Christina Roemmelt, Austria Title of image: ‘Over the sea of fog’ Pet name: Dania, Cross breed Portuguese Podengo, rescue dog 'My name is Christina and I was born in Munich. I moved to a small village next to Innsbruck in Austria together with my husband 11 years ago. After having settled down, we adopted two rescue dogs from Spain, thrown away like garbage, found in a dustbin. It wasn't possible to literally touch Dania for the first six month. Now we spend all the time together. The dogs accompany us to work and in our leisure time we explore the nature together. My wish was to fix the special mood of these moments, staying outside, enjoying nature together and acting as a team. For this reason, inspired by my husband, who is a landscape photographer, I got in touch with photography three years ago. On the picture you can see one of these very special moments. We hiked on Keipen on Senja [Norway] last year and stood speechless on top when the nature was bathed in golden light by the midnight sun. Everything was calm and peaceful. The dogs and us were completely on our own. This is one of my absolutely all-time favourite pictures from our trips.' - Christina Roemmelt Technical specification Sony Alpha 7s, Aperture: f/16, ISO speed: 100, focal Length: 20mm, Exposure program: Manual Exposure Time: 1/60, flash: no flash Lens: Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 L3 Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Rescue Dogs Charity Category 2nd Place Winner Leslie Plesser, United States of America Title of Image: ‘Happy Girl Rescued’ Dog: Rescue dog cross breed (Hungarian Vizsla and Labrador Retriever) named Magda 'This particular image is of my own rescue dog, Magda. She was a bit hesitant and shy when my husband and I came home with our baby, but when the baby went off to nursery school, she would curl up on his rocking chair and roll her fur all over, settling in for a nice nap.' - Leslie Plesser Technical specification Nikon D700 Aperture: f/ 1.4 ISO speed: 800 Focal Length: 35mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure Time: 1/80 Flash: no flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
8/30Rescue Dogs Charity Category 2nd Place Winner Leslie Plesser, United States of America Title of Image: ‘Happy Girl Rescued’ Dog: Rescue dog cross breed (Hungarian Vizsla and Labrador Retriever) named Magda 'This particular image is of my own rescue dog, Magda. She was a bit hesitant and shy when my husband and I came home with our baby, but when the baby went off to nursery school, she would curl up on his rocking chair and roll her fur all over, settling in for a nice nap.' - Leslie Plesser Technical specification Nikon D700 Aperture: f/ 1.4 ISO speed: 800 Focal Length: 35mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure Time: 1/80 Flash: no flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Portrait 2nd Place Winner Katarzyna Siminiak, Poland Title of image: ‘Waiting Beauty’ Dog: Thalia, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 'This photo was taken during session around Old Market Square in Poznań. I’m still amazed how Thalia was calm and focus despite the city noise.' - Katarzyna Siminiak Technical specification Canon EOS 70D Aperture: f/ 1.8 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 85 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/800 s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
9/30Portrait 2nd Place Winner Katarzyna Siminiak, Poland Title of image: ‘Waiting Beauty’ Dog: Thalia, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 'This photo was taken during session around Old Market Square in Poznań. I’m still amazed how Thalia was calm and focus despite the city noise.' - Katarzyna Siminiak Technical specification Canon EOS 70D Aperture: f/ 1.8 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 85 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/800 s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Oldies Category 3rd Place Winner Philip Wright, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Resting’ Dog: Bentley, German Shorthaired Pointer 'This particular photo was taken during an afternoon walk through a local woodland. The ferns were looking wonderful and provided a perfect natural avenue to draw the viewers' eye in to my subject. I asked Bentley to lay down and he did so with the most beautiful, almost grave expression. They say that eyes are the windows to the soul, and looking at Bentley here I'd be inclined to agree.' - Philip Wright Technical specification Sony A7rii Lens: Samyang 135mm F/2 Aperture: F/2 ISO Speed: 400 Focal length: 135.00 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/250 S Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
10/30Oldies Category 3rd Place Winner Philip Wright, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Resting’ Dog: Bentley, German Shorthaired Pointer 'This particular photo was taken during an afternoon walk through a local woodland. The ferns were looking wonderful and provided a perfect natural avenue to draw the viewers' eye in to my subject. I asked Bentley to lay down and he did so with the most beautiful, almost grave expression. They say that eyes are the windows to the soul, and looking at Bentley here I'd be inclined to agree.' - Philip Wright Technical specification Sony A7rii Lens: Samyang 135mm F/2 Aperture: F/2 ISO Speed: 400 Focal length: 135.00 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/250 S Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
I Love Dogs Because… (Ages 12 to 17) 3rd Place Winner Kirsten van Ravenhorst, Netherlands Title of image: ‘Hide and Seek’ Dog: Big City Borders Lad, Border Collie 'I am an 18 year old girl from the Netherlands who loves agility, traveling and photography. The dog in the photo is Fenrir, my youngest dog. He is the perfect model, and the reason why I picked up the camera again. The camera that I normally use is the Nikon D500, but it needed to be repaired so I used my dad’s D5200 for this photo. This photo was taken in the forest near my house. I went there with my Border Collie Lad Fenrir to test my dad’s new camera.' - Kirsten van Ravenhorst Technical specification Nikon D5200 Aperture: f/2.8 ISO speed: 400 Focal length: 100mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/400 s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
11/30I Love Dogs Because… (Ages 12 to 17) 3rd Place Winner Kirsten van Ravenhorst, Netherlands Title of image: ‘Hide and Seek’ Dog: Big City Borders Lad, Border Collie 'I am an 18 year old girl from the Netherlands who loves agility, traveling and photography. The dog in the photo is Fenrir, my youngest dog. He is the perfect model, and the reason why I picked up the camera again. The camera that I normally use is the Nikon D500, but it needed to be repaired so I used my dad’s D5200 for this photo. This photo was taken in the forest near my house. I went there with my Border Collie Lad Fenrir to test my dad’s new camera.' - Kirsten van Ravenhorst Technical specification Nikon D5200 Aperture: f/2.8 ISO speed: 400 Focal length: 100mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/400 s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Dogs at Play Category 3rd Place Winner Sarah Beeson, United States of America Title of image: ‘Snowy Shenanigans’ Dogs: Daffy, Taz, and Wile E. (left to right); Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 'We had just moved from one of the snowiest cities (Erie, PA) to the middle of nowhere USA (yes, I love you dear Indiana). I didn’t expect much snow, but come on! It was nearly mid-February and not a flake! My boys were used to lots of snow having lived in Erie but Daffy hadn’t a clue. And then, it happened: Old man winter arrived. Shame on him, while I was at work, no less! By the time 5 pm rolled around, I was in our backyard - Frisbee soaring and camera in hand. Meet Daffy, Taz, and Wile E. We LOVE frisbee!' - Sarah Beeson Technical specification Canon EOS 5D Mark III Lens: Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Aperture: 3.2 (f/2.8) ISO Speed: 10000 Focal length: 155 mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/1000 S Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
12/30Dogs at Play Category 3rd Place Winner Sarah Beeson, United States of America Title of image: ‘Snowy Shenanigans’ Dogs: Daffy, Taz, and Wile E. (left to right); Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers 'We had just moved from one of the snowiest cities (Erie, PA) to the middle of nowhere USA (yes, I love you dear Indiana). I didn’t expect much snow, but come on! It was nearly mid-February and not a flake! My boys were used to lots of snow having lived in Erie but Daffy hadn’t a clue. And then, it happened: Old man winter arrived. Shame on him, while I was at work, no less! By the time 5 pm rolled around, I was in our backyard - Frisbee soaring and camera in hand. Meet Daffy, Taz, and Wile E. We LOVE frisbee!' - Sarah Beeson Technical specification Canon EOS 5D Mark III Lens: Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Aperture: 3.2 (f/2.8) ISO Speed: 10000 Focal length: 155 mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/1000 S Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Oldies Category 2nd Place Winner Rachele Z. Cecchini, Austria Title of image: ‘On a Rainy Day’ Dog: Nilo, cross breed and rescue dog 'I took this photo on a rainy winter day. My best friend Nilo was a much traumatized rescue dog, but he felt very comfortable in the car. I love to observe him and I always feel very touched about his melancholic expression.' - Rachele Z. Cecchini Technical specification SONY SLT-A99V Aperture: f/3, 2 ISO Speed: 100 Focal length: 50, 0 mm Exposure program: manual Exposure time: 1/15 Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
13/30Oldies Category 2nd Place Winner Rachele Z. Cecchini, Austria Title of image: ‘On a Rainy Day’ Dog: Nilo, cross breed and rescue dog 'I took this photo on a rainy winter day. My best friend Nilo was a much traumatized rescue dog, but he felt very comfortable in the car. I love to observe him and I always feel very touched about his melancholic expression.' - Rachele Z. Cecchini Technical specification SONY SLT-A99V Aperture: f/3, 2 ISO Speed: 100 Focal length: 50, 0 mm Exposure program: manual Exposure time: 1/15 Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Man’s Best Friend 1st Place Winner Joana Matos, Portugal Title of image: ‘Dolce far niente on a lovely afternoon’ Dog: Godji, Portuguese Podengo crossbreed 'I love this photo for many reasons: it was taken at my favourite beach, with my favourite man, with my favourite dog... and in the background there is an umbrella that belonged to my eternal love Nupi, an adventurous cocker spaniel who shared his life with me for almost 19 years. Godji, the beautiful dog in the picture is a natural poser and sometimes people call her
14/30Man’s Best Friend 1st Place Winner Joana Matos, Portugal Title of image: ‘Dolce far niente on a lovely afternoon’ Dog: Godji, Portuguese Podengo crossbreed 'I love this photo for many reasons: it was taken at my favourite beach, with my favourite man, with my favourite dog... and in the background there is an umbrella that belonged to my eternal love Nupi, an adventurous cocker spaniel who shared his life with me for almost 19 years. Godji, the beautiful dog in the picture is a natural poser and sometimes people call her "supermodel of the world" and now she has become one!' - Joana Matos Technical specification Nikon D700, ISO speed 640, Aperture f/4.0, focal length 70, exposure program Manual, Exposure time:1/1600 S Flash No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Dogs at Work 2nd Place Winner Richard Lane, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Springer in the Mist’ Dog: Tarly, English Springer Spaniel 'These are the sort of conditions I dream about for photography! This morning it all came together perfectly great subject and fantastic dramatic natural light to work with.' - Richard Lane Technical specification NIKON D500 Aperture. F/5.6 ISO 400 Focal length. 175mm Exposure /program. MANUAL Exposure time 1/800sec Flash no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
15/30Dogs at Work 2nd Place Winner Richard Lane, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Springer in the Mist’ Dog: Tarly, English Springer Spaniel 'These are the sort of conditions I dream about for photography! This morning it all came together perfectly great subject and fantastic dramatic natural light to work with.' - Richard Lane Technical specification NIKON D500 Aperture. F/5.6 ISO 400 Focal length. 175mm Exposure /program. MANUAL Exposure time 1/800sec Flash no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
I Love Dogs Because… (Ages 12 to 17) 2nd Place Winner Elise Finney, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Simply a ball’ Dog: Darcy, Crossbreed (Cocker and Poodle) 'I live in Kingston upon Hull with my parents and two dogs and I am currently working through education to become an animal nutritionist as well as competing in the dog sport agility with my dog Darcy. I received my first DSLR, in the December of 2016 and photography has quickly become a new passion of mine and a great way to bond and capture special moments with my canines. This photo was taken during a walk on a lovely summer’s day after a game of fetch. Darcy often rests her head on her ball after she has finished playing and this was the first moment I had managed to capture her doing this on camera.' - Elise Finney Technical specification Nikon d5300 Aperture - F/5 ISO Speed – 5000 Focal length - 23mm Exposure program - Manual Exposure time - 1/500 Flash – No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
16/30I Love Dogs Because… (Ages 12 to 17) 2nd Place Winner Elise Finney, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Simply a ball’ Dog: Darcy, Crossbreed (Cocker and Poodle) 'I live in Kingston upon Hull with my parents and two dogs and I am currently working through education to become an animal nutritionist as well as competing in the dog sport agility with my dog Darcy. I received my first DSLR, in the December of 2016 and photography has quickly become a new passion of mine and a great way to bond and capture special moments with my canines. This photo was taken during a walk on a lovely summer’s day after a game of fetch. Darcy often rests her head on her ball after she has finished playing and this was the first moment I had managed to capture her doing this on camera.' - Elise Finney Technical specification Nikon d5300 Aperture - F/5 ISO Speed – 5000 Focal length - 23mm Exposure program - Manual Exposure time - 1/500 Flash – No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Assistance Dogs Charity Category 1st Place Winner Dean Mortimer, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Reassurance’ Dog: Rocko, German Shepherd Dog 'My thought process behind this picture is one that is close to my heart. My brother is ex-military as are some of my friends. I have seen first-hand some of the issues that war can have on even the strongest of men. The ex-soldier in the photo suffered great loss in Afghanistan and suffers from PTSD so that’s when Rocko came to his rescue. Rocko the German Shepherd has been trained by his handler to help combat the effects of PTSD, the skills of which help calm and reassure the soldier when times get hard. In my photograph I tried to capture not just how this dog aids this PTSD sufferer but also to capture the kind nature of the dog and how he enriches this man’s life. I have been following and admiring the work carried out by Service Dogs UK, the charity I am nominating for this category prize donation from the Kennel Club Charitable Trust. I am amazed by how affective dogs can be in assisting an individual with their recovery. So I decided to base my entry for this category on this issue and hope that in doing so will raise awareness of this worthy charity.' - Dean Mortimer Technical specification Canon 1DX Aperture: f2.8 ISO Speed: 2000 Focal length: 200mm Exposure program: Av Exposure time: 1/160 sec Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
17/30Assistance Dogs Charity Category 1st Place Winner Dean Mortimer, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Reassurance’ Dog: Rocko, German Shepherd Dog 'My thought process behind this picture is one that is close to my heart. My brother is ex-military as are some of my friends. I have seen first-hand some of the issues that war can have on even the strongest of men. The ex-soldier in the photo suffered great loss in Afghanistan and suffers from PTSD so that’s when Rocko came to his rescue. Rocko the German Shepherd has been trained by his handler to help combat the effects of PTSD, the skills of which help calm and reassure the soldier when times get hard. In my photograph I tried to capture not just how this dog aids this PTSD sufferer but also to capture the kind nature of the dog and how he enriches this man’s life. I have been following and admiring the work carried out by Service Dogs UK, the charity I am nominating for this category prize donation from the Kennel Club Charitable Trust. I am amazed by how affective dogs can be in assisting an individual with their recovery. So I decided to base my entry for this category on this issue and hope that in doing so will raise awareness of this worthy charity.' - Dean Mortimer Technical specification Canon 1DX Aperture: f2.8 ISO Speed: 2000 Focal length: 200mm Exposure program: Av Exposure time: 1/160 sec Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
I Love Dogs Because… (Ages 12 to 17) 1st Place Winner Tamara Kedves, Hungary Title of image: ‘One heart, one family’ Dogs: Dash, Royal, Harley, Ženka, Ryan, Ready, all border collies 'I am Tamara Kedves, a 16 years old student living in Hungary. I started photography three years ago when I realized how much joy I find in taking photos of nature and animals. Since then I have photographed uncountable priceless moments, but my own dogs have stayed my biggest inspiration all along. For me, the purpose of photography is capturing a memory and make it last forever, as well as expressing my love for dogs through my pictures. My biggest goal is to make outdoor dog photography more popular with the creative use of lights and colours, while motivating other aspiring photographers. This family photo was taken in a sunny spring afternoon as the last shot of the session. It perfectly expresses what dogs and photographing them means to me: not only the deepest harmony and happiness, but spending time with whom and what I love the most: dogs!' - Tamara Kedves Technical specification Nikon D750 Aperture: f/ 2.8 ISO: 800 Focal length: 140 mm Exposure program: Aperture Priority Exposure time: 1/1000 s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
18/30I Love Dogs Because… (Ages 12 to 17) 1st Place Winner Tamara Kedves, Hungary Title of image: ‘One heart, one family’ Dogs: Dash, Royal, Harley, Ženka, Ryan, Ready, all border collies 'I am Tamara Kedves, a 16 years old student living in Hungary. I started photography three years ago when I realized how much joy I find in taking photos of nature and animals. Since then I have photographed uncountable priceless moments, but my own dogs have stayed my biggest inspiration all along. For me, the purpose of photography is capturing a memory and make it last forever, as well as expressing my love for dogs through my pictures. My biggest goal is to make outdoor dog photography more popular with the creative use of lights and colours, while motivating other aspiring photographers. This family photo was taken in a sunny spring afternoon as the last shot of the session. It perfectly expresses what dogs and photographing them means to me: not only the deepest harmony and happiness, but spending time with whom and what I love the most: dogs!' - Tamara Kedves Technical specification Nikon D750 Aperture: f/ 2.8 ISO: 800 Focal length: 140 mm Exposure program: Aperture Priority Exposure time: 1/1000 s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Dog Photographer of the Year 2018 Overall Winner and Oldies Category 1st Place Winner, Monica van der Maden, Netherlands Title of image: ‘The lady of the mystery forest’ Dog: Noa, Great Dane 'This picture was made in the early morning in the forest. I wanted to photograph her in a position where she was sitting relaxed next to a tree. When I wanted to make the shot she turned her head to the left to her owner and this was the moment where you could see her soul. Dogs come in all different shapes, sizes and colours. But their heart are all the same filled with love' – Monica van der Maden Technical specification Nikon D850, Nikon 200mm F2 Aperture: F2, Shutter speed: 1/320, ISO 1600, Focal length: 200mm Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
19/30Dog Photographer of the Year 2018 Overall Winner and Oldies Category 1st Place Winner, Monica van der Maden, Netherlands Title of image: ‘The lady of the mystery forest’ Dog: Noa, Great Dane 'This picture was made in the early morning in the forest. I wanted to photograph her in a position where she was sitting relaxed next to a tree. When I wanted to make the shot she turned her head to the left to her owner and this was the moment where you could see her soul. Dogs come in all different shapes, sizes and colours. But their heart are all the same filled with love' – Monica van der Maden Technical specification Nikon D850, Nikon 200mm F2 Aperture: F2, Shutter speed: 1/320, ISO 1600, Focal length: 200mm Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Man’s Best Friend 3rd Place Winner Cheryl Murphy, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Home’ Dog: Ruby Roo, Golden Retriever 'This picture of Ruby was taken whilst she was resting with my friend Chris after playing with her daughter Nellie. My greatest passion is capturing dogs playing and having fun in their natural environment, the camera is a great way of recording what the naked eye would miss.' - Cheryl Murphy Technical specification Nikon D7200 Aperture F/5.0 ISO 640 Focal Length 145mm Exposure mode Shutter speed Exposure time 1/1600 Flash-No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
20/30Man’s Best Friend 3rd Place Winner Cheryl Murphy, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Home’ Dog: Ruby Roo, Golden Retriever 'This picture of Ruby was taken whilst she was resting with my friend Chris after playing with her daughter Nellie. My greatest passion is capturing dogs playing and having fun in their natural environment, the camera is a great way of recording what the naked eye would miss.' - Cheryl Murphy Technical specification Nikon D7200 Aperture F/5.0 ISO 640 Focal Length 145mm Exposure mode Shutter speed Exposure time 1/1600 Flash-No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Dogs at Play Category 2nd Place Winner Steffi Cousins, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Flying Free’ Dog: Heidi, merle Chihuahua 'This particular photo was taken in September at West wittering beach where we were on a large dog meet up and my two dogs were having a blast. I had my back to Heidi as I was photographing dogs playing in the water, I turned to check on my two and just managed to grab this shot in time. I'm so glad I did, it's my favourite photo of Heidi and it shows off her crazy energy perfectly!' - Steffi Cousins Technical specification Canon EOS 7D mkII Aperture: f/5.6 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 90mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/800 Flash: no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
21/30Dogs at Play Category 2nd Place Winner Steffi Cousins, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘Flying Free’ Dog: Heidi, merle Chihuahua 'This particular photo was taken in September at West wittering beach where we were on a large dog meet up and my two dogs were having a blast. I had my back to Heidi as I was photographing dogs playing in the water, I turned to check on my two and just managed to grab this shot in time. I'm so glad I did, it's my favourite photo of Heidi and it shows off her crazy energy perfectly!' - Steffi Cousins Technical specification Canon EOS 7D mkII Aperture: f/5.6 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 90mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/800 Flash: no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Young Pup Photographer (aged 11 years and under) 1st Place Winner Mariah Mobley, United States of America Age 11 Title of image: ‘My Best Friend Roxy’ Dog: Roxy, German Shepherd Dog 'My Name is Mariah Mobley and I am 11 years old. I have lived in Oregon, USA my whole life. I used to live on a farm with horses and dogs, but now live in town with my family, and our three dogs, Hunter, Roxy and Koby. I have always loved animals, especially dogs. I started taking pictures when I was a very little girl, and have loved it ever since. I took this photo of Roxy, at about 9Pm, just before I went to bed. It was dark and she was sitting on our back porch waiting for mom to give her a treat. I used a modelling light and the porch light to put light on her pretty face. We adopted Roxy from a rescue when she was 7 months old. She had been in a shelter since she was 4 months old. She is 5 years old now and is the sweetest girl. As you can see in the photo, Roxy has an eye disease that causes redness and cloudiness. It is called Pannus. Her eyes are not as clear as they used to be, but I think she is beautiful just as she is.' - Mariah Mobley Technical specifications Canon EOS 70D Aperture: F 3.2 ISO speed: 6400 Focal Length: 50mm Exposure Program: Manual Exposure time: 1/250 sec Modelling light (SupaK MS4000) and porch light used for lighting No Flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
22/30Young Pup Photographer (aged 11 years and under) 1st Place Winner Mariah Mobley, United States of America Age 11 Title of image: ‘My Best Friend Roxy’ Dog: Roxy, German Shepherd Dog 'My Name is Mariah Mobley and I am 11 years old. I have lived in Oregon, USA my whole life. I used to live on a farm with horses and dogs, but now live in town with my family, and our three dogs, Hunter, Roxy and Koby. I have always loved animals, especially dogs. I started taking pictures when I was a very little girl, and have loved it ever since. I took this photo of Roxy, at about 9Pm, just before I went to bed. It was dark and she was sitting on our back porch waiting for mom to give her a treat. I used a modelling light and the porch light to put light on her pretty face. We adopted Roxy from a rescue when she was 7 months old. She had been in a shelter since she was 4 months old. She is 5 years old now and is the sweetest girl. As you can see in the photo, Roxy has an eye disease that causes redness and cloudiness. It is called Pannus. Her eyes are not as clear as they used to be, but I think she is beautiful just as she is.' - Mariah Mobley Technical specifications Canon EOS 70D Aperture: F 3.2 ISO speed: 6400 Focal Length: 50mm Exposure Program: Manual Exposure time: 1/250 sec Modelling light (SupaK MS4000) and porch light used for lighting No Flash Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Man’s Best Friend 2nd Place Winner Sherilyn Vineyard, United States of America Title of image: ‘Divine Connection’ Dog: Kodi, 10 years old, Yellow Lab/Golden Retriever mix 'Meet Kodi, working therapy dog with Divine Canines. This is him with his person, Susan, during their training and certification class in late April, three years ago. He was a little nervous around the other dogs, but all it took was the reassuring touch of the person he loves and he soared through the training to graduate and serve his community.' - Sherilyn Vineyard Technical specification Canon 60D ISO: 100 Aperture: f1.8 Shutter speed: 1/200 sec Lens: 85mm prime Exposure process: manual Flash: no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
23/30Man’s Best Friend 2nd Place Winner Sherilyn Vineyard, United States of America Title of image: ‘Divine Connection’ Dog: Kodi, 10 years old, Yellow Lab/Golden Retriever mix 'Meet Kodi, working therapy dog with Divine Canines. This is him with his person, Susan, during their training and certification class in late April, three years ago. He was a little nervous around the other dogs, but all it took was the reassuring touch of the person he loves and he soared through the training to graduate and serve his community.' - Sherilyn Vineyard Technical specification Canon 60D ISO: 100 Aperture: f1.8 Shutter speed: 1/200 sec Lens: 85mm prime Exposure process: manual Flash: no Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Assistance Dogs Charity Category 2nd Place Winner Maria Cristina Nadalin, Brazil Title of image: ‘The Magic of Reading’ Dog: Messi, Golden Retriever 'This particular photo was taken during the very first time Messi was into a public library to help children acquire interest on reading. The lady in the picture is a writer and reader, and she, along with Instituto Cão Companheiro (Companion Dog Institute), developed this project that is the first one in Brazil.' - Maria Cristina Nadalin Technical specification Canon 6D, Aperture: f 2.0 ISO Speed: 640 Focal length: 85.00 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/100 S Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
24/30Assistance Dogs Charity Category 2nd Place Winner Maria Cristina Nadalin, Brazil Title of image: ‘The Magic of Reading’ Dog: Messi, Golden Retriever 'This particular photo was taken during the very first time Messi was into a public library to help children acquire interest on reading. The lady in the picture is a writer and reader, and she, along with Instituto Cão Companheiro (Companion Dog Institute), developed this project that is the first one in Brazil.' - Maria Cristina Nadalin Technical specification Canon 6D, Aperture: f 2.0 ISO Speed: 640 Focal length: 85.00 Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/100 S Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Rescue Dogs Charity Category 1st Place Winner Sonya Kolb, United States of America Title of Image: ‘Found My Way Home’ Dog: Cooper, Labrador Retriever Mix and rescue dog 'It was very clear that Cooper was the first child for this beautiful and loving couple. In this shot, they are holding hands behind Cooper’s drowsing head. It was a scene of pure contentment and love.' - Sonya Kolb Technical specification Canon Mark III, Aperture: f/2.8, ISO speed: 1600, Focal length: 50mm, Exposure program: Aperture Priority, Exposure Time 1/400, Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
25/30Rescue Dogs Charity Category 1st Place Winner Sonya Kolb, United States of America Title of Image: ‘Found My Way Home’ Dog: Cooper, Labrador Retriever Mix and rescue dog 'It was very clear that Cooper was the first child for this beautiful and loving couple. In this shot, they are holding hands behind Cooper’s drowsing head. It was a scene of pure contentment and love.' - Sonya Kolb Technical specification Canon Mark III, Aperture: f/2.8, ISO speed: 1600, Focal length: 50mm, Exposure program: Aperture Priority, Exposure Time 1/400, Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Dogs at Work 3rd Place Winner Ian Squire, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘I've got your back’ Dog: Nyx, German Shepherd Dog (bitch) 'For me, the title sums up the image perfectly from both sides. This is a young trainee Police Dog undergoing some initial training. Taken on a miserable, damp day, it shows elements of the bond, trust and relationship that is vital for the partnership between Police Dog and handler.' - Ian Squire Technical specification Nikon D850 Aperture - f/3.2 ISO – 200 Focal length - 140mm Exposure programme Manual Exposure time 1/1250 sec Flash - No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
26/30Dogs at Work 3rd Place Winner Ian Squire, United Kingdom Title of image: ‘I've got your back’ Dog: Nyx, German Shepherd Dog (bitch) 'For me, the title sums up the image perfectly from both sides. This is a young trainee Police Dog undergoing some initial training. Taken on a miserable, damp day, it shows elements of the bond, trust and relationship that is vital for the partnership between Police Dog and handler.' - Ian Squire Technical specification Nikon D850 Aperture - f/3.2 ISO – 200 Focal length - 140mm Exposure programme Manual Exposure time 1/1250 sec Flash - No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Assistance Dogs Charity Category 3rd Place Winner Craig Turner-Bullock, New Zealand Title of image: ‘A Veterans Best Friend’ Dog: Delta, White Swiss Shepherd 'I am an ambassador for the Kotuku Foundation for Assistance Animals Aotearoa, who source, train and place dogs with people who have any diagnosed condition that dogs are known to be capable of assisting with. This includes diabetes, head injuries, depression and PTSI and many more. Dion is a veteran who fought, and was injured, at the battle of Baghak in 2012. He experienced PTSI and says that ever since Delta came into his life she has made a huge difference. Dogs assisting veterans are now common around the world, but Delta is the first of her kind here in New Zealand.' - Craig Turner-Bullock Technical specification Canon EOS 1D Mk II Aperture: f/2.8 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 120mm (Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM II Lens) Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/500s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
27/30Assistance Dogs Charity Category 3rd Place Winner Craig Turner-Bullock, New Zealand Title of image: ‘A Veterans Best Friend’ Dog: Delta, White Swiss Shepherd 'I am an ambassador for the Kotuku Foundation for Assistance Animals Aotearoa, who source, train and place dogs with people who have any diagnosed condition that dogs are known to be capable of assisting with. This includes diabetes, head injuries, depression and PTSI and many more. Dion is a veteran who fought, and was injured, at the battle of Baghak in 2012. He experienced PTSI and says that ever since Delta came into his life she has made a huge difference. Dogs assisting veterans are now common around the world, but Delta is the first of her kind here in New Zealand.' - Craig Turner-Bullock Technical specification Canon EOS 1D Mk II Aperture: f/2.8 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 120mm (Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM II Lens) Exposure program: Manual Exposure time: 1/500s Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Young Pup Photographer (aged 11 years and under) 2nd Place Winner Sienna Wemyss, United Kingdom Age 10 Title of image: ‘Dinner?’ Dog: Dallas, Whippet 'My name is Sienna Wemyss, I’m 10 years old and I’m from England, UK. When I grow up, I want to be a fashion photographer and designer. I have loved dogs since I first encountered one! There are so many different kinds of dogs and they are all so unique. My dream came true in January this year when I became the proud owner of Dallas, a pedigree Whippet puppy. I was overjoyed! I was relaxing on the sofa one day when Dallas crawled beside me. I put my arms out, expecting him to come and cuddle me. Instead, he gazed at the kitchen dreamily! If he could speak then, I bet he would have said, ‘Dinner?’ He looked very curious, so I grabbed my mum’s phone and captured the moment.' - Sienna Wemyss Technical specification iPhone X, Portrait Mode, Stage Light Mono Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
28/30Young Pup Photographer (aged 11 years and under) 2nd Place Winner Sienna Wemyss, United Kingdom Age 10 Title of image: ‘Dinner?’ Dog: Dallas, Whippet 'My name is Sienna Wemyss, I’m 10 years old and I’m from England, UK. When I grow up, I want to be a fashion photographer and designer. I have loved dogs since I first encountered one! There are so many different kinds of dogs and they are all so unique. My dream came true in January this year when I became the proud owner of Dallas, a pedigree Whippet puppy. I was overjoyed! I was relaxing on the sofa one day when Dallas crawled beside me. I put my arms out, expecting him to come and cuddle me. Instead, he gazed at the kitchen dreamily! If he could speak then, I bet he would have said, ‘Dinner?’ He looked very curious, so I grabbed my mum’s phone and captured the moment.' - Sienna Wemyss Technical specification iPhone X, Portrait Mode, Stage Light Mono Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Puppies Category 2nd Place Winner Charlie Nunn, United States of America Title of image: ‘Sticking Together’ Dogs: Beagle mix puppies 'Since early last year, my partner Raymond Janis and I have had the honour of supporting the Vanderpump Dogs Foundation in Los Angeles by photographing their adoptable dogs. In July 2017, we met these adorable beagle mix puppies. As Raymond tried to wrangle them, something magical happened and I was able to capture a perfect moment of a puppy family sticking together.' - Charlie Nunn Technical specification Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Aperture: f/8.0 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 42mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time 1/180 S Flash: Yes (Profoto D1) Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
29/30Puppies Category 2nd Place Winner Charlie Nunn, United States of America Title of image: ‘Sticking Together’ Dogs: Beagle mix puppies 'Since early last year, my partner Raymond Janis and I have had the honour of supporting the Vanderpump Dogs Foundation in Los Angeles by photographing their adoptable dogs. In July 2017, we met these adorable beagle mix puppies. As Raymond tried to wrangle them, something magical happened and I was able to capture a perfect moment of a puppy family sticking together.' - Charlie Nunn Technical specification Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Aperture: f/8.0 ISO Speed: 200 Focal length: 42mm Exposure program: Manual Exposure time 1/180 S Flash: Yes (Profoto D1) Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
Young Pup Photographer (aged 11 years and under) 3rd Place Winner Maisie Mitford, United Kingdom Age 11 Title of Image: ‘Monty’ Dog: Monty, German Shorthaired Pointer 'I live in the North East of England with my Mum, Dad, Sister Millie and two dogs; Monty & Chester. I have always loved animals and I am constantly entertaining my dogs. I have my own lightweight camera which I carry with me most places and always photographing the dogs. Mum had given me her camera (which is really heavy) and set me a challenge to photograph either Monty or Chester for this competition, Chester wasn’t interested but Monty was willing and keen to please - lots of treats were involved!' - Maisie Mitford Technical Specification Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Aperture: f2.8 ISO: 400 Focal L: 50mm Ex P: Manual Ex Time: 1/40th sec Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
30/30Young Pup Photographer (aged 11 years and under) 3rd Place Winner Maisie Mitford, United Kingdom Age 11 Title of Image: ‘Monty’ Dog: Monty, German Shorthaired Pointer 'I live in the North East of England with my Mum, Dad, Sister Millie and two dogs; Monty & Chester. I have always loved animals and I am constantly entertaining my dogs. I have my own lightweight camera which I carry with me most places and always photographing the dogs. Mum had given me her camera (which is really heavy) and set me a challenge to photograph either Monty or Chester for this competition, Chester wasn’t interested but Monty was willing and keen to please - lots of treats were involved!' - Maisie Mitford Technical Specification Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Aperture: f2.8 ISO: 400 Focal L: 50mm Ex P: Manual Ex Time: 1/40th sec Flash: No Picture: Kennel Club's Dog Photographer of the Year/ Supplied
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