special delivery

No later than 4 weeks after your session I will carefully package your items - it’s a really great day when your mail arrives! For Fine Art and Mini Sessions, your images will be available for digital download.

Print options

All packages include a discount on additional products. I offer stunning albums and wall prints to display your art. After you’ve had time to enjoy your images and pick your favorites, I’m here to help your order any additional items!

A Plan for Success

tips for your equestrian photo session

Many of my clients have never been photographed professionally, and that can cause anxiety of the unknown. I’m here to tell you that we’re going to have such a fun time! My biggest tip is to allow plenty of time to get both you and your horse ready, Rushing at the last minute can make you stressed, which your horse will pick up on. Stay calm and be confident that we’re going to make amazing images!

Location, Location, Location

Many clients worry that their location isn’t pretty enough - but I’m here to tell you that almost every facility has areas we can work with. If your horse is only used to being walked from the barn to the arena, take a few days before our session to walk him in other areas of the facility.

Focus on each other

Be present and stay centered on your horse - your session is about capturing that connection. I’ll tell you when to look at the camera.

All worked up

You know your horse best! If you think your horse would benefit from being lunged or worked down before our session, please do so! Just make sure he’s all cleaned up in time for our session.

It natural to feel awkward

Don’t worry! I’m here to help you through the awkward spots. And once we start shooting you’ll find it relaxing just hanging out with your horse. If your horse is being naughty, just keep smiling. While you were worried about the head tossing, I got the shot!

Time it right - sunset is sweet

Traditionally I like to start my sessions about 2 hours before sunset, as the light tends to be softer during those hours. If we’re doing Fine Art Portraits, we have a little more flexibility with our timing.

Be sweet

Who doesn’t like a little incentive? Have your horse’s favorite treats nearby!

Bring a buddy

Its absolutly fine to bring your friend, parent, trainer, or sibling! They can be super helpful for getting your horse’s ears up during our session!

Wardrobe Guide

Color

Don’t be afriad of color. Whether you lean towards pastels or bright colors, if it’s your style and feel - go for it! Your images should reflect the everyday you.

Co-ordinate

As a basic rule, you shouldn’t match your horse (don’t wear yellow with a palomino, or orange with a chestnut). And if you horse has a patterned coat, don’t wear a busy pattern yourself.

Comfort

Regardless of where we’re shooting your images, comfort is key. Imagine trying to look natural when you’ve got an outfit on that doesn’t fit, the material makes you itch, or it’s just not your true look. It’s the simple things that really matter. Same with shoes. Rock a pair of high heels if you want, but I suggest bringing a pair of comfortable shoes to slip one while we’re walking around.

Seasons

Dress for the season we’re in. If the setting we’ve chosen for your photos doesn’t reflect a specific season then it won’t matter! But don’t try wearing a summer dress in the winter months - you’ll be freezing and goosebumps will give you away! The fabric your outfit is made from should also be seasonally appropriate.

Variety

Variety is great and a way to add variety is by layering. You can get several looks out of one outfit simply by taking off/putting on a sweater or jacket, also by incorporating hats, scarves, and other accessories. Generally we can do one outfit for Fine Art Sessions, 1-2 outfits for 1 hour sessons, and 2-4 for 2 hour sessions.