ABOUT JOY D’ARGENT
YOUR OUTDOOR DOG PHOTOGRAPHER
A zoologist, a nature lover, and someone who can’t get enough of DOG experiences!
Pleased to meet you! I’m a Calgarian through and through. I’ve been here my whole life, with the exception of travel, biological studies and family holidays taking me to different countries and all around Alberta. I love to be photographing everything wherever I am.
Am I obsessed with dog photography? Yeah.
My family and friends will tell you that I’m chatty. Conversations with dog owners are my favorite! Sadly, all they have for photo memories of their dogs is on a mobile device, and they are underwhelmed with the only images they will ever have.
The phone photo reality never matches the potential of the moment.
So I created Pup Tent Photography.
Vibrant, detailed and soul-touching photos of your dog don’t just happen. It starts with really getting to know about you and your dog: the bond, the uniqueness, and the challenges. By knowing animal behaviour and loving Alberta’s outdoor seasons well, I blend everything together so you’ll be proud to display your new outdoor professional photos and art.
That’s what fuels my dog photography career the most.
“I don’t know of any other photographer who will literally sit in the cold Bow River, just to get a better angle of my dog playing in the water. I highly recommend Joy to capture and preserve a moment in a photograph of your dog in a natural, relaxed setting.”
Bryan, Calgary
Pomskies and blogging
When I’m not photographing client’s dogs, I’m enjoying the outdoors by hiking, location scouting and enjoying the fun and goofiness of my pomskies Parka and Pongo. Parka has had his own Facebook and Instagram account @parkathepomsky and he’s always been my muse. He’s the dog in my logo.
Check out my blog for more information about what I’m up to. I honestly share my adventures and misadventures!
charity and corgis
I’m super pleased to be a Contributing Photographer for Ned’s Wish and the Official Race Team Photographer for the Southern Alberta Corgi Racers.
alpine photography
What would winter be without a sport? Although I’m not an alpine climber, I do tag along! I am the Chair (and judge) of the Calgary Chapter, Alpine Club “Alpine Exposure” Photography Competition, 2024/2025.
proudly supporting these local, Canadian clubs and businesses
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Ned's Wish
A Cause for Heroes With Paws
https://www.nedswish.com
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Southern Alberta Corgi Racers
Home of the Fluffy Butts that Strut
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Calgary Corgi Racers
HOME OF THE SHORT STUMPS AND BIG RUMPS!
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Alpine Club of Canada Calgary Chapter
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SUMMIT DOG WEAR
Durable Paracord Dog Gear created in Calgary, Alberta Canada
https://www.summitdogwear.com
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A ROYAL TOUCH POOCH PARLOUR
Award winning, Nationally Certified Master Groomer
https://www.aroyaltouch.com
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Pet to Nature Canada
Aquamation After-life Pet Care
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3 OF HOUNDS DOG TRAINING SERVICES
Our Dog Trainer
https://www.3ofhounds.com
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PAUSE4CHANGE
Developing progressive change with the ability to shape the future of Animal Rescues
https://www.pause4change.com
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YYCUNDERDOGS
Rooting For the One Who Always Could
https://www.instagram.com/yycunderdogs/
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Bragg creek trails
West Bragg Creek Community/Trails