Our session was set against the backdrop of a stunning sunset by a scenic pond, offering a serene setting to celebrate Lily’s transition from high school to studying mechanical engineering in college. Lily’s connection with Willow, a fancy little Chestnut, and Murphy, a truly gentle guy, speaks volumes of her dedication and love for the equestrian life.
Read MoreOn a gorgeous little horse stable in Eustis, FL, a sunrise photography session was the highlight of my day. This session, which I am so late in posting, has remained vivid in my mind, and I am thrilled to finally share the experience and a couple of the stunning wall art pieces that emerged from our creative collaboration.
Read MoreIn the heart of the St. Augustine, Florida countryside, I had the wonderful opportunity to capture a special day in the life of Jillian, a vibrant teenager with an unwavering love for her animals. This wasn't just any photography session; it was a journey through Jillian's little world, a farm blooming with life and love.
Read MoreDon’t you just love getting mail in the month of December? All the beautiful Christmas cards bringing joy and holiday cheer to your home. Especially the ones from your horsey friends who seem to have the best equine family photo ideas.
Ever wonder how your friends get those beautiful holiday pictures with their horses for their social media feeds and Christmas cards? Taking unique holiday horse images can be tough. After all, you are dealing with a 1000-pound animal with a mind of its own.
Here are some quick horse photography tips to ensure that your equine holiday photoshoot turns out looking amazing.
I’ve had the opportunity to Photograph Ilana several times. I’ve photographed her with her horses, her friends horses, at my photography workshops, with her dogs, when photographing horse tack for my commercial work, and just for fun! But when Ilana contacted me about capturing images of her horse Ruler in his final days of life…. my heart just sunk for her. One of the hardest decisions we have to make as horse owners is when we have to make end of life decisions for the horses we love. Ilana wanted to capture Ruler doing the things that they enjoyed doing together so we chose a lake side location where they could splash and play together one last time. In addition, Ilana wanted to have a full family portrait while Ruler was still with them. I will always feel honored to capture the connection between horses and their humans… but especially honored when equestrians choose to work with Fast Horse Photography for their end of life sessions for their horses. Hugs to anyone who has had to say goodbye to a horse.
Read MoreHave you ever thought, “When is the best time to gather the horses, dogs, and all the family together for a family portrait?” Is it too hot this summer? Should we wait until December for a Christmas card?
Maybe you’re holding out for the perfect time. When the kids or grandkids are old enough to pose. The horses are trained enough to stand still. And, the dogs can sit calmly at your feet.
Are you looking for the:
Perfect time.
Ultimate day.
Clearest weather.
Ideal situation to gather everyone together for the perfect photo.
Stop that thinking right now. Because that PERFECT scenario is never going to happen. And you will NEVER have family photos to cherish memories if you keep up this thinking. NOW IS THE TIME. Right now. Not next year.
Now is the exact time to hire a professional equestrian photographer for an equine family portrait session.
Here are 5 reasons why...
Read MoreIt’s here. It’s finally here.
Your senior year.
After all the hours of hard work. The dedication. The time and commitment. You finally made it to the end.
Girl, can you believe it? I mean seriously?
Ok, so you’re not graduating today. You have an entire school year to go. Getting ready now doesn’t mean you’re jumping the gun, though. Because there’s a lot of planning and prepping to do to celebrate. And oh yeah, you’re gonna C E L E B R A T E!
You’ve reached a serious milestone in your life. Through the ups and downs, you’ve kept your eyes forward and chin up. You’ve pressed on when you didn’t think you could. You’ve zigged and zagged through the maze we call life to get to the next destination.
Amanda, with her herd of horses, ponies and pot-bellied pigs recently full-filled a dream of owning her own little farm and moving her animals to her own property. She can now look out the windows of her house and watch them graze pastures that she calls her own.
When I arrived I immediately fell in love with a sweet little Florida wildflower field near her house. Since it was misting and a bit gloomy I used off camera flash to add a little light to the scene and to ensure that we protected Amanda’s beautiful skin tone and were able to capture the stormy textures of the sky.
Read MoreKadin’s senior portrait session took place at The Good Beginnings Riding Center where he just happens to spend much of his time when he isn’t studying. A couple of years ago I photographed Kadin as part of a barn day photography shoot, and was delighted when called back to capture his senior portraits. As a graduation of the University of Florida myself, I was so excited to hear that he was headed to Gainesville, Florida to start the next chapter of his life!
Read MoreDo you love sunshine and ocean breezes?
Is it your heart’s desire to break out of your standard photography style and try something new and different? Or maybe learn a new technique or approach to add to your current portfolio?
Do you dream about photographing horses on the beach? The simple thought of the occasion makes you squeal with excitement...
Because the beach is quite possibly the most epic location of all to capture the collision of horse, rider, and scenery so profound, it takes your breath away.
Read MorePhotographing Amber and Emily with their sweet horses was a special treat for me! I had photographed Amber at previous horse show events, but have never had the opportunity to photograph her sister Emily and NEVER in the context of an equine photography session. So it was a real pleasure to head out to their little farm located here in St. Augustine, FL to spend some time with them and their horses.
Read MoreTimes change. Seasons change. Lives change.
You always knew you couldn’t keep him forever. Time to move on to a new chapter in your life that didn’t include a horse.
A mystical horse you’d never forget. For the rest of your life.
Your wonderful husband gifted you with a “Remember Me” photo session with a professional equine photographer in Florida to capture as many memories as possible before it was time to say goodbye.
Read MoreThink about the photos that have been passed down to you… some are in photo albums or manila envelopes. Some are stacked in a shoebox. Some may be in frames and falling apart. But, some are in classic well-built frames, surviving moves, and handling. That’s the kind of frame you want to leave to your loved ones. Solid. Classic. And built for longevity.
Read MoreWhen was the last time you invested in professional equine photography?
Beautiful horse images to grace the walls of your home or barn? Marking a milestone in your life or your family’s life with your beloved horses? Wedding photos, Senior photos, winning a championship title, or just celebrating a steadfast and faithful companion — your heart horse.
Have you done this lately? Or has it been years? Maybe you’ve never experienced a photoshoot with your horses and you are eager to make the investment. Because truly, that’s what a full-service experience with an equine portrait specialist is. It’s an investment. A complete photo session then hanging your equine wall art in your home. You are investing in your memories. Capturing what’s happening NOW in your life. Creating heritage pieces to remind you of your sacred horse and human relationship.
I remember wrapping my hands in the mane of the horse and holding on for dear life as the horses galloped as a herd. Me blind in the dark as we launched into the woods. The lane was narrow and I remember feeling an occasional brush of another horse's body against my leg as we bounded in and out of the potholes.
Read MoreI was beyond excited to meet with Addie and her mother, Khela to start the planning process for Addie’s horse photography session with her newly leased horse, Cruze. Addie and Cruze spend their days at Peak Performance Horses, so it was the perfect location for their photography session. On the day of the session, the weather was bleak looking. Very overcast, windy, with a chance of rain. Well rain it sure did! The rain didn’t stop Addie and Cruze from having fun and finishing their session together. Scroll through to spot the last image of the day, just as the rain started pouring down!
Read MoreI don’t photograph a ton of equine events these days, but when I do it’s usually for our local horse council. I love spending time at the St Johns County Horse Council events and specifically the fun shows! If egg and spoon is a class on the show bill, then I want to be there! The goofier the holiday costume the better. Here are just a few images from the December 5th event. Check out all the cute Santa hats and reindeer antlers rounding barrels! If you want to see a few more images you can check them out right here.
Read MoreWe don’t know when things will change. But, one thing is for dang sure… WE NEED JOY! Bountiful joy and hope to carry us through life’s struggles. We need to surround ourselves with experiences that encourage our hearts.
Read MoreI so enjoyed photographing Alaina with her “step up” horse named Lola! Dream Catcher Stables is always a joy to visit and the horsey kids that make up their show team keep me laughing. Here are just a few of my favorites from their session. I had the opportunity to photograph several horse and human teams over the past few weeks at Dream Catcher Stables so check back to see more soon!
Read MoreAs a commercial equine photographer charged with working with horse-based business owners, I knew we needed to create marketing images that told a focused story about Thompson Therapy, the people and horses behind the brand, and the services that are unique to their program. So meeting with Ashley in advance of her commercial branding session was essential to ensure that the images we created together were consistent with her brand and message. The images must contribute to the audiences understanding of what Thompson Therapy has to offer their equine community.
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