There is nothing quite like that special connection we have with animals, where we communicate without words. Our love is shared through deep understanding, intuition, and trust. It’s portrayed through the eyes between the human and their pet. It’s that unspoken emotion that began Susan Kennedy’s profound interest in animal photography, capturing the wordless bond between animals and their people.
What We Do
Susan has a deep love for animals. She began riding horses when she was eight years old, and she’s always had dogs growing up. Her past Border Collie and Jack Russell Terrier were very dear to her heart. Luckily, she took their portraits, which are proudly displayed in her family room, so she will always have them with her.
Her passion lies in capturing that deep, unspoken bond between a family and their animals’ unconditional love. Susan works best with fellow animal lovers who understand and also view their precious pets as members of the family.
Susan has taken numerous workshops studying lighting, posing, and digital art with Professional Photographers of San Diego (PPSD) and Women in Creative Photography (WICP). She has also worked closely with another professional photographer, Luci Dumas, who mentored her for two years. Throughout her training and hands-on experience, she has developed a keen eye for natural lighting and composition.
Her background in riding horses benefits her equine photography and videography services– as she needs to keep up with the speed and intricate movement between the horse and rider. Having an understanding and committed respect for horses gives her the advantage and privilege of taking beautiful equine portraits and videos. Her professionalism as an equine photographer is enhanced by her investment in top cameras and equipment that can zoom in on all the details and keep up with the speed of the sport.
Additionally, Susan was the official show photographer for The Woodbridge Farms Dressage Schooling Show Series for many years. She added videography with her still photography in 2018.
Susan’s love for photography developed much like her understanding of animals, naturally. She learned behind the camera by observing movement and became more and more attuned to the interactions beyond words.
