Becky’s love for animals runs far deeper than the camera lens. Before becoming a professional photographer, she was a Certified Master Pet Stylist, owned her own grooming business, and trained and showed dogs in obedience and conformation. She also co‑founded the Humane Society of Johnson County, a cause she continues to support. With a lifetime of hands‑on experience—and a home shared with a horse, goats, geese, a cat, and two dogs—she understands that pets are truly family. If you’ve visited the studio, you’ve likely been greeted by Tuck, the spirited Blue Heeler who keeps the space joyful and reminds everyone not to take life too seriously. At Hardgrave Photography, we welcome your pets just as we do our own, whether they join your session or enjoy a portrait experience all their own.
