Meet Karen
PHOTOGRAPHER
Hi! I’m Karen Hoglund. I have a squeaky toy in one hand, a camera in the other, and fur all over my clothes.
My Background
Early in my career, I art-directed photo shoots for ad agencies, even hiring a golden retriever model for a national campaign. Talk about foreshadowing! Later, as a graphic designer, I honed my camera skills photographing children. In 2012, I launched my pet photography business.
Why Pet Photography?
Photographing my own dogs and cats over the years helped me see how much a portrait can capture: their personalities, quirks, and how they made our house feel like a home.
I Create Works of Art
I studied photography as part of my Fine Art degree, so I know how to create beautiful works of art. 20+ years as a graphic designer fueled my instinctive approach to composition and color, even in chaotic, real-world environments.
My Hobbies
Hiking – Ever since childhood trips to Buena Vista and Rocky Mountain National Park, I knew I’d move to Colorado. I’ve lived in Denver for almost 30 years and still find new trails to explore.
Gardening – I love plants almost as much as animals, if that’s even possible.
I’m based in Denver, Colorado and photograph throughout the city, its suburbs, and the foothills.
Call me at 720 238 3337. I’d love to chat about your pets! Don’t be shy about calling. I love talking on the phone!
Mr. Butter
Mr. Butter is a constant source of entertainment! Whether he’s pouncing on a toy or trying to convince us he needs an extra meal, he always makes us smile.
Yes, I know he looks like a golden retriever in cat form. Total coincidence. A friend was fostering him through the Denver Dumb Friends League and mentioned how affectionate and adaptable he was. We adopted him, and now we are completely smitten.
He’s brought so much joy into our lives, and we feel lucky that he found his way to us.
In Loving Memory: Murphy
Murphy joined our family in 2012 through the Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies (GRRR), and we shared more than a decade of fetch and muddy hikes. He crossed the rainbow bridge in 2024, and though we miss him every day, our home is still filled with his photos, and the happy memories behind them.
Murphy was my practice model and location scouting sidekick. He wasn’t always the most cooperative subject, but he made me a better photographer and a more patient human. I carry what he taught me into every session.
Here are some of the places my photos have been published.
You can see printed samples of my artwork (canvas, metal, framed prints and more) at these Denver veterinarians and pet businesses.
