The Paws Project:
45 dogs in 3 months for charity.
Em needs 45 volunteer dog models in the Wellington region for a 2026 charity calendar in support of Ellie’s Canine Rescue!
APPLICATIONS CLOSED.
A movement that celebrates rescue dogs and helps support their futures! Calendar available soon.
the why
The Paws Project isn’t just about beautiful portraits, it’s about celebrating the huge variety of dogs we share our lives with and recognising that every dog has a story.
I’m aiming to photograph 45 dogs of different breeds and mixes (15 big, 15 medium, 15 small), from the rare to the ‘everyday’. The goal is to reflect the wonderful diversity of dogs in Wellington, while reminding people that any dog can end up in need of a new home, no matter their background, size, or breed.
Alongside the portraits, a 2026 calendar will be created to feature all 45 dogs, with 100% of the calendar proceeds being donated to Ellie’s Canine Rescue.
You get timeless images of your dog, and together we give back to the dogs in need.
the calendar
The Paws Project Calendar will be available from late October and showcases all 45 incredible dogs who took part in the project. Printed in an A4 format on high-quality 250gsm paper, each month highlights a handful of these much-loved pets. Every purchase helps support Ellie’s Canine Rescue, with all proceeds from calendar sales going directly to their work.
Keep an eye on my Facebook page for the cover model competition where we decide which dog will be featured on the calendar cover!
Want to learn more about my work?
Every dog’s story deserves to be told — if now’s not the right time, you can still explore how we can work together in the future.