Every rescue has a story. What’s yours?

 
 
 

What is the Underdogs Project?

The Underdogs Project celebrates the happy endings that come after bleak beginnings. You’ll have beautiful portrait artwork to hold onto long after the dog glitter is swept away. And10% of your artwork purchase is donated to help dogs just like yours.

To date, the Underdogs Project has raised $7,000 for Rescue One Springfield!

Volume 2 is almost full and there may not be a Volume 3.
Now is the time to apply!

What’s Included If Your Story Is Selected…

• A custom studio portrait session for your family and up to 3 dogs

• A two-page feature telling your story in the Underdogs Volume 2 coffee table book

• A complimentary 10" fine art matted portrait ($325 value)

plus 10% of the proceeds from any additional artwork you choose will go to Rescue One in Springfield

 

👇 Tell Me About Your Dog! 👇

 

Meet Your Photographer

Hi! I’m Barb!

As a dog mom, I know just how deeply our pets become part of our hearts — and our families. They greet us at the door, curl up beside us when we’re hurting, and somehow always know how to make us laugh. Their time with us is never long enough, and I believe every dog deserves to be remembered, celebrated, and deeply loved.

That’s why I specialize in creating meaningful portrait experiences for people who see their pets not as animals, but as soulmates. Whether you rescued your dog or they rescued you, I want to help you tell their story and preserve the love you share with artwork that will last long after paw prints fade.

These aren’t just portraits — they’re love stories, captured in a way you’ll treasure forever.