“Dylan’s unwavering authenticity shines brightly as she stays true to herself.” These are her mother’s words. Honestly, I could not find a better way to describe this beautiful young soul. I met Dylan as a small girl on her family’s farm and could see her quiet strength and her wisdom beyond her years. Dylan’s love for animals is beautiful to witness and reveals her true light. Even as a little girl, she was calm and confident with all types of animals. When Dylan’s family welcomed a delightful batch of baby chicks into their lives, her love for them genuinely bloomed, and she embraced them as if they were her own children. Maui stands out as the most remarkable mother hen of the flock, and Dylan’s bond with her is visible. Even as a young girl, Dylan’s responsibilities extended beyond simply tending to the needs of the chickens. They eagerly venture out of the coop when they hear her voice. There was even a time when Dylan courageously startled a fox, snooping around the coop, by barking at it!

I photographed Dylan and Maui together in studio. The chicken portraits were a first for both the chicken and me. 

As a Limited Edition Artist Project, I will be offering special “Shine Your Light” studio sessions. If we all shine our light, we will help others who are feeling lost in the darkness as well. I’ll be posting more images of adults and children shining their light. Reach out to become part of this Artist Project.

Everyone has a Story. Let’s Tell Yours Together.

Learn more about the Artist’s Project: https://www.susanogarphotography.com/shine-your-light-project-introduction/