Thank you for coming to del Rio foto and visiting the site of Bobby Arellano, Photographer. I am a canine, portrait and event photographer located in central Virginia.

I believe in capturing all images and photos in a natural, non-posed state with the clarity and brilliance that creates a lasting impression. The world around is ultimately more interesting than anything that could be posed or staged

This blog is a running journal of my life and features images shot of various people and events. I hope you will find that my style captures the essence of the subject - no boring images here! Feel free to contact me with a story, to share a picture, or to book a session in order to capture the spirt of your dog.


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New Photography Spots and great places to go!

I would have never imagined but I found a HUGE number of photography backdrops for my new FACES endeavor.
In downtown "Old Town" Petersburg, there is a large number of sites and locations with old architecture, brickwork, woodwork, etc. that would serve as the starting point for the new division of my photography business.

Some of the locals that I happened to visit have great stores that I am going to visit again…and again….and again.

Books!
http://www.minervabooks.net

This is my type of book store.  Coffee, great places to sit, good music and Wi-Fi!

Coffee and Food!
http://www.javamiocoffeehouse.com
and their other business:  http://www.maudys.com

Note:  Had a most AWESOME latte at this place. The espresso [it might have been a dark roast] was most excellent, the cup [yes a real cup] was big, and the service was great.
The baked goods are scrumptious looking - although, I was a good boy and did not partake.  Maybe next time.

ICE CREAM!
M&M Ice Cream Parlor

No website but here’s some information
105 W Bank St
Petersburg, VA 23803-3215
Phone: (804) 733-9499

I did indulge in a nice waffle cone with a scoop of Butter Brickle and plain ol’ chocolate at M&M’s.
Its a nice family owned joint with a lot of eclectic style.

Cool video on long shutter speeds - Enjoy!

What the heck? Technology, Shmechnology….

No coffee for me right now. Ok, I lied. I just polished off a 16oz’er. But I can’t watch Phelps this late at night on the East Coast if I don’t. Ok, I lied again. I just love coffee. But Phelps is a good reason.

I’ve been loving life with my new iPhone. I keep finding new things to do with it and I’m continually amazed at home much technology can expand your life.

Then I had a reality check……Technology, schmechnology.
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When I got home today, I brought in the dogs from their runs one by one. But, I left Nino and Paris out in the main yard to work them a little. They ended up in a tug-o-war with a toy of theirs. They pulled, they growled and made pleasure noises. Nino, being the gentleman that he is, did NOT use his weight and size to yank the toy out of Paris’ grip. Instead, he made it an even game. He SHARED.

Paris, content to be in the "fight", did her best to make it worth his while and time. She found it in herself to understand the game and how it should be played. He reciprocated with that same understanding.
It was about the joy of participating in a competition but NOT about winning the competition.

Again, it’s not always about winning. I forget that sometimes. There is a joy and simplicity in just staying within the essence of yourself.
By understanding the "reason for being", they were able to shed away the normal influences which might not have made their little game work.

I wax philosophic….it must be the peyote again.

I recently read a blog posting and one of the key things about this posting was a Four Point Plan
1. Stop pretending that you know everything
2. Talk to people who know more than you
3. Share what you learn with people who know less than you
4. Put your energy into communication, not traffic

I began a new job with a new company last week. Its a smaller company and very, very different from the corporate behemoth that I’ve been working for all these years. I’ve been really trying to be about teaching and coaching. I’ve been staying within myself and by doing so, have been able to give more of myself to my new team. I could play this out as being BMOC. Its not worth it.

So, in the dog world, do we take the time to talk to people who know more than us & are NOT in our current circle of friends? [who the frick moved my reward cheese?]
Are we truthful with ourselves and do we stop acting as if we know everything or even *anything* in order to open ourselves up completely to outside ideas?
Do you actively PUSH your knowledge to others or ONLY when you are asked?
And are you discussing/communicating versus talking AT someone?

Yeah to walking, working, talking, and extending outside of our comfort zones.
…and thank you to my dogs for showing me where the real value of life is.

Bo.

Vickie the Beardie Slideshow

Images from my new iPhone

Although the camera is NOT good on the iPhone, I found the pics to be acceptable for web and blogging purposes.
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Here’s my friendly neighborhood ATT dude who fixed me up with my iPhone. He’s trying to dodge my camera.

Here are two pictures of the lovely Angela. She is in shadow and shade in the pics.  With some Photoshop magic, I was able to dig out some details.
All of the following images were taken at Joseph Bryan Park where I recently photographed Vickie the Wonder Beardie.

And a lovely heart shaped rock

Vickie the Bearded Collie and her owner Beth

I had the pleasure of photographing a former agility classmate and competitor.  Her junior dog Vickie just earned her RE and also competes in conformation - if I remember correctly, they scored a major recently.
Here are a few pics from the photoshoot held at Joseph Bryan Park in Richmond, VA.

These are the feet of winners…or is that the Feats of Winners?

Intense as all get out.








Thank you Beth and Vickie!  Had a blast today!

Laekenois SIghting!

I participated in a rescue transport yesterday and LO and BEHOLD, the volunteer we were meeting for the "pickup" owned a Laekenois! So, I took the opportunity to get a shot. Well, he was so loving and such an attention getter that he just had to be INSIDE my camera. As you can see, his owner is doubled up in the background laughing.

Curves Adjustment Toot

Just a little vid on using curves adjustment layers to add some “fill light” or to de-emphasize a background.

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Everyone Needs Puppy Fixes

A Trip to Virginia Beach

On a trip to Viriginia Beach, I had an opportunity to snap a few pictures along the boardwalk. If you ever get a chance to make it down there, I highly recommend for breakfast the restaurant Pocahontas.  WONDERFUL buttermilk pancakes and service was excellent.

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