Meet the Photographer
Hey!
I'm Izzy Powell
Welcome, welcome! I hope you like dogs and horses, otherwise this whole website might be a jump scare...
I'm the owner, photographer, trainer, and expert "who wants a cookie?" suggester for Powell Creative. I grew up riding, training, and showing horses & dogs. My mother would always say, "you didn't grow up in a barn" but I did my best to prove that incorrect. Naturally, in middle school I had the idea of capturing the animals I loved the most. This is where my passion for photography and animals intertwined. I started Powell Creative in the fall of 2023 and have never looked back! I have traveled all across the country for photography, but my soul is happiest capturing the beauty of the PNW and the animals who enjoy it!
My work has been displayed in multiple publications and galleries, including the Seattle Art Museum.
If I'm not at a dog event (which is rarely), you can find me hiking or working dogs, possibly with bubble tea in hand.
I currently live on a sheep farm on Bainbridge Island with my two herding dogs and Tanner my husband. Read more about the team below!
The Team
Orginal muse
4/25/2005 -2/23/2019
Chocolate was the first dog I ever photographed, competed with, and fell in love with. I picked up my dad's old camera, because I wanted to capture her during agility. She put up with my countless new ideas, poses, and getting my settings right. She was patient with my antics & enthusiasm. She is the reason Powell Creative exists.
The Team
life of the party
Zest is my 4yr Swedish Vallhund. Her registered name is "KN Have Fun In Life" and boy, does she make sure we do! She brings so much laugher everything she does. We train in a variety of sports including; conformation, obedience, rally, agility and are just getting into herding and scent sports! She loves exploring new places and being on the oversight committee before galleries are sent out!
The Team
the perfect pup
Roscoe is my 10yr Border Collie. He was my first dog I got with the intention of competing in sports with. He has done everything I've asked of him and made my dreams come true. He is my "do anything" dog when it comes to photography or dog sports. He becomes part of a creative vision and has the skills to make anything come to life! He loves helping location scout, swimming, and getting as muddy as possible.
My PHILOSOPHY
I'm first and foremost a dog & horse lover, and secondly a photographer. I think there's a huge difference in work, if you fall in love with your subject. My training background has brought "the art of noticing" to the forefront of my philosophy. The smallest of details are what is important when we think about our beloved pets. It's my job to notice the connection you and your pet share, because each one is unique. Being able to cherish those moments/details is why I love photographing pets.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PHILOSOPHY
At Powell Creative, I value humanity, connection, the environment, and artists. I value every person who appreciates art and supports artists. When working with an artist, it means that you trust and value their talent, skill, and experience- I will make sure each client gets an authentic and genuine experience. I am here to capture your REAL connection, and no AI fits in that world. In return, I expect that clients do NOT input my art into any AI platforms, as every contract outlines your usage rights. I have fast tracked and deepen my skills/understanding by doing things the "hard" way. Unfortunately there are some intagrations that I cannot escape AI, including industry leading platforms. I do my best to turn those off/find other solutions.
This means that I NEVER use AI to:
Edit or cull images
Write or brainstorm
Website/social media content
Any communitcation
Flyers
If you have any questions regarding the use of AI in Powell Creative, please contact me.
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