Hello, I'm Tracy
My Family
We've fostered for several rescue groups over the years and have rescued from Dallas, Irving, Coppell, Lewisville and Operation Kindness, so we've covered the metroplex!
If you're wondering where the name "Penny Whistle" came from, well it's no accident. Penny was our first furkid and was with us for thirteen years. I wanted to honor her in some way and loved the idea that a penny whistle was also a children's toy. My logo was created especially for me by a very talented local artist, Meagan Johnson of Lil' d Dog Works.
My Passions
Apart from my love of animals and support of local rescue groups and shelters, my other passion is involvement with Special Olympics. I'd been a financial supporter for decades, but a few years ago I started volunteering with Coppell Special Olympics; from Basketball in January to Bowling in November, I show up for every sport and event that I can - it's the high point of my week. I prefer to spend time with the athletes, but occasionally I bring my camera when their photographer cannot make an event.
Credentials and Degrees
Every industry has its benchmark. The Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) designation is ours. No matter the specialty, the CPP is a fundamental step in mastering the craft of photography. I earned my CPP in 2018 and have maintained the certification ever since through ongoing continuing education.
The Master of Photography degree is an achievement of the highest caliber. It means that I've met the standards of excellence set by Professional Photographers of America (PPA). I earned this degree in January of 2023 in recognition of superior photographic competence demonstrated through image excellence, advanced education, and service to the profession.
Affiliations
- Certified Professional Photographer with PPA
- Master of Photography with PPA
- Fully insured member of PPA
- Member Texas Professional Photographers Association (TPPA)
- Active member of Dallas Professional Photographers Association (DPPA)
- Pro member Forth Worth Professional Photographers Association (FWPPA)
- Member Texas Photographic Society (TPS)
- Professional Member of Equine Photographers Network
- Member HeartSpeak.org (helping homeless pets become soul pets)