equine

Tips from a Midwest Equine Photographer Who’s Seen It All – Bugs, Sweat, and Golden Hour Glow Summer is one of the most magical times of year for equine photography. Long evenings, golden hour light, and horses gleaming in their sleek summer coats, it’s honestly hard to beat. As dreamy as summer sessions can be, […]

Here in the Midwest, we experience a wild ride of seasons. One day it’s sunny and 75º, the next we’re digging out our winter coats again, often wondering why we continue to live in a place where the weather can’t make up its mind. As an equine photographer, I’ve worked in every kind of weather, […]

It’s totally normal to wonder how your horse will behave during a photoshoot. Horses are unpredictable, and somehow, it’s like they just *know* when you want them to look and behave their best… and they do the opposite. I’ve had my fair share of horses who had other opinions during our photoshoots. From being annoyed […]

Spring is the perfect time to capture beautiful memories with your horse! The fresh blooms, warmer weather, and golden light create a stunning backdrop for equestrian photography. Need some ideas to wash away the winter blues? Look no further! Here’s some spring photoshoot ideas with your horse: Spring is short here in the midwest, and […]

It’s almost a rite of passage for any horse girl to grow up with Misty of Chincoteague. I remember the day we watched the movie in school when I was a kid, being enamored with the story and watching the horses make their legendary swim. Skye has Lucky, a Chincoteague gelding that was born wild. […]

What would sessions be without the precious outtakes? I include these laughable moments in my client’s galleries and enjoy looking back at the moments that horses weren’t necessarily the most photogenic. Enjoy!

With a slow start to normal summer temps and an unseasonably warm Christmas, it seemed like Mother Nature was secretly trying to tell us to slow down, despite us listening or not. I cherished the days filled with sunshine and horses, photographing horses with their owners, businesses, and even a quaint wedding in my hometown. […]

For the past 7 years, I’ve been a part of This Old Horse, photographing their horses and events. One of their horses in particular, Casanova, has truly captivated me.