Surf's Up - World's Best Dad

When I happened upon this website, I just had to share.  

I have a lovely relationship with lots of photographers who specialise in baby photography, but I'm sure that none of them dare match this guy!

He swears (with a heavy wink, wink) that he doesn't use Photoshop for which we are truly grateful.

This is a selection of just some of his images

For more, visit this website   www.chicquero.com/2012/09/24/worlds-best-father

And if you would like to see some more orthodox images, check out our professsionals' photo gallery.

Book Worm - Claude in the City by Alex T Smith

I was introduced to this by my nephew and his mum (my sister-in-law) who both love these books because their humour appeals to adults and kids alike.

Claude is no ordinary dog - he leads an extraordinary life!

When his owners, Mr and Mrs Shinyshoes set off for work, Claude decides what adventure he wants to have that day.

 

There are six books in this series (to my knowledge) written by Alex T Smith. Claude in the - city, country, spotlight, circus and on holiday and on the slopes.
 
As you can see, Claude is prepared for all eventualites and amazingly enough he comes in need of everything he packs!

When not working author Alex enjoys doodling in his sketchbook, reading, people watching and eavesdropping. He is also a big fan of cake and a nice cup of tea. He lives with and under the constant 'supervision' of his canine companions - two very tiny, very naughty chihuahuas (Coco and Mr. Bongo) and an ancient and very bossy Yorkshire Terrier - Lucy Locket.  You can check out his blog here ...

All images (c) Alex T Smith

 

Creative Director at www.cobwebknits.co.uk

Surf's Up - Off the Leash

This blog doesn't need many words. Created by Rupert Fawcett, is best known for Fred, they sum up a dog owner's life perfectly.

If you have a dog, you'll understand.

For more, check out his website or cafepress where you can buy his cartoons on cards, prints, mugs, clothing, .....

All images (c) Off the Leash

Book Worm - Angie Stevens

As every mother knows, it’s the little things children do and say that make being a parent so rewarding. Yet even the most precious moments can get lost in the day-to-day mayhem.  

January                                                 February

This heart-warming book of sketches by mother-of-three Angie Stevens, from Swansea, celebrates the unsung side of motherhood.

                            

Mother's Day

Easter

Every night after her children, Millie, nine, Evie, five, and Gruff, three, go to bed, Angie, pictured above, devotes half an hour to doodling a scene from the day that’s just passed.

July

Halloween

 

Christmas

All images © Angie Stevens and Doodlemum, 2010-2013

You can see more of Angie's work on her blog (which is great viewing as she uses few words and great read would be misleading) and buy her book here.