about your professional, published 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.
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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, where your dog is captured in glorious nature, in 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 to you. We all want dog images that not only last forever, but that we love to immerse ourselves in time after time, every time we look at them.

It’s professional dog photography, exhibited and elevated into art.

My Dog Photography

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

2026 police dog services calendar featuring a German Shepherd dog on the cover and a December 2012 page with a photo of a black and tan German Shepherd standing in snow.

Several of my retired police service dog images were published in the Ned’s Wish 2026 Calendar.

I’m proud to be the Official Race Team Photographer for Southern Alberta Corgi Racers at Spruce Meadows.

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A dog wearing a red sports jersey running on a grassy field during a race.
A corgi dog running in the snow, wearing a harness and a red bandana.
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Dog dressed in cowboy hat, red bandana, and black vest walking on gravel with person wearing blue jeans.
Three dogs racing in a dirt track with a crowd watching behind a green fence, and a South Alberta Corgi Racers logo on the ground.
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.
A Corgi dog lying on a large reddish-brown rock in a natural outdoor setting with blurred green foliage in the background.
A person ice climbing on a frozen ice wall, holding two ice axes and secured with climbing gear, wearing a helmet, gloves, and a harness.

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 for 2026.

proudly supporting these local Canadian clubs and businesses

  • A shield-shaped badge featuring a detailed illustration of a German Shepherd dog with the text 'NED'S WISH' and 'PSD - 687' below, on a dark background.

    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

  • A black and white emblem featuring a sketched octopus, a shield with a green and white divided background, and crossed swords.

    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

  • A Royal Touch Pooch Parlour

    A ROYAL TOUCH POOCH PARLOUR

    Award winning, Nationally Certified Master Groomer

    https://www.aroyaltouch.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