about your pet photographer

Joy d’Argent, B.Sc. Zoology

A person lying on their stomach on a rocky surface outdoors, resting their chin on folded arms, wearing a navy blue cap and a striped shirt, with a blurred green background.

A zoologist, a nature lover, and someone who can’t get enough of DOG photography!

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, fieldwork and family holidays taking me to different countries and all around Alberta.

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Joy the outdoor pet photographer in winter

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! When we share dog photo stories, we all agree….The phone photo reality never matches the potential of the moment.

So I created Pup Tent Photography. Now you can enjoy outdoor photos of your dog that you could only dream of before. It’s not just dog photography. It’s where you can step into the moment.

Because I’m not in my 20’s. Or 30’s for that matter. I’m taking my zoologist and photographer background and creating something that matters - something that is SO important to you. We all want dog images that not only last forever, but that we love to immerse ourselves in time after time.

Professional photography is an investment. You and your dog deserve the best of what can be captured in today’s world of quick fixes and just “meh”.

A Siberian Husky running through snow in a winter landscape with trees in the background.

My dog Pongo, running in winter

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!

A woman sits outdoors with three dogs among fall foliage and mountains in the background

“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

A person wearing a blue cap and purple long sleeve shirt with a black vest is taking a photograph of a retriever dog swimming in the water.

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.

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A corgi dog running in the snow, wearing a harness and a red bandana.
A attentive German Shepherd wearing a blue bandana with dog-themed designs and a red heart, sitting against a blurred brick wall background.
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A tricolor Corgi dog running on sandy ground wearing a red harness.
A German Shepherd dog wearing a navy blue bandana against a dark blue background.
A black and white dog running on a sandy surface with a red bandana around its neck, and a harness. In the background, people are sitting behind a fence.
A German Shepherd dog sitting on a lush green lawn with trees and purple bushes in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Dog dressed in cowboy hat, red bandana, and black vest walking on gravel with person wearing blue jeans.
A dog with a black and brown coat sitting on rocks near a body of water, surrounded by green plants, with its tongue hanging out.
Two Pembroke Welsh Corgis running and playing in an outdoor setting, wearing red and orange bandanas.
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Male climber in a yellow jacket and helmet ascending a snowy slope with rock formations nearby.

alpine photography

What would winter be without a sport? Although I’m not an alpine climber, I do tag along and love mountain adventures! 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

  • Logo of the Southern Alberta Corgi Racers featuring a smiling corgi holding a gold trophy, with checkered flags on either side, and the text "Southern Alberta Corgi Racers" and "Spruce Meadows" around the image.

    Southern Alberta Corgi Racers

    Home of the Fluffy Butts that Strut

    https://www.soalcorgiracers.wix.com

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    Alpine Club of Canada Calgary Chapter

    https://acccalgary.com

  • Summit Dog Wear logo

    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

  • Logo with a blue water droplet above green leaves and the text 'Pet to Nature Canada' below.

    Pet to Nature Canada

    Aquamation After-life Pet Care

    https://www.pettonature.ca

  • Logo for 3 of Hounds Dog Training Services with stylized text.

    3 OF HOUNDS DOG TRAINING SERVICES

    Our Dog Trainer

    https://www.3ofhounds.com

  • Pause4Change Calgary logo

    PAUSE4CHANGE

    Developing progressive change with the ability to shape the future of Animal Rescues

    https://www.pause4change.com

  • Logo with the text 'Bragg Creek Trails' and icons of a mountain, a river, and a pair of hiking boots.

    Bragg creek trails

    West Bragg Creek Community/Trails

    https://braggcreektrails.org