On bright summer days, horses often seem eager to linger outside all afternoon. However, prolonged sun exposure can cause real discomfort — and yes, horses can absolutely suffer from sunburn just like humans do.
Photography Tips Guide Four days of three-day eventing reached its climax inside the Main Stadium in Aachen as riders and horses took on one final challenge: the jumping test that would decide everything.
Photography Tips Guide Veteran rider Rebecca Hart earned her spot on the US Para Dressage Team heading into the FEI Para Dressage World Championships, scheduled for Aug. 18–23 in Aachen, Germany. She will saddle Rowan O'Riley's Floratina, an 18-year-old Hanoverian mare by Fidertanz 2 out of Rubina, with Rubin Royal OLD in the third generation—the same mare who stood beside Hart as the duo captured individual, team, and freestyle gold medals at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
Photography Tips Guide Every horse photographer knows the challenge of capturing that perfect candid moment—only to have the scene end with a very visible pile of manure. But understanding why horses produce so much waste isn't just about mucking stalls. It's about knowing your subject, recognizing what's normal, and spotting when something might signal a health concern.
Photography Tips Guide Michel Feitosa points to gymnastics as the single most important training tool behind his Grand Prix thoroughbred jumper's remarkable progression.
Photography Tips Guide Champion event rider Kristi Brannigan has built enduring careers by tailoring every decision to each horse rather than following a universal template. During a recent conversation, she opened up about the personalized strategies that keep her five-star athletes thriving across seasons.
Photography Tips Guide Across every clinic I run, the same frustration surfaces again and again: riders at every stage struggle to get their horse truly on the bit. My answer is straightforward—this doesn't have to be difficult. The approach I'm going to walk you through is simple, practical, and reliable. Once you feel what it actually looks like to have a horse properly on the bit, settling for anything short becomes impossible.
Photography Tips Guide Human subjects play a central role in nearly every photography venture, regardless of genre. Whether you are assembling a personal portfolio, creating commercial assets, or building a library of stock images, knowing how to locate and collaborate with models is an essential skill for photographers.
Photography Tips Guide Most of the friction that builds up at a boarding barn doesn't come from malice. It comes from habits people form without thinking about anyone else sharing the same spaces.
Photography Tips Guide Whether you're working with an English saddle or a Western rig, the strap that holds your saddle in place goes by different names — girth or cinch — but both serve the same essential purpose. Understanding how to fit this strap correctly matters not just for your horse's comfort and safety, but also for the quality of your equine photography, since a well-fitted saddle keeps your horse relaxed and steady in the frame.
Photography Tips Guide Every equine athlete deserves clear breathing, but that doesn't automatically require a supplement. The real starting point mirrors what veterinarians and equine nutritionists recommend: identify what's irritating this particular horse's airways, then confirm the daily management routine already tackles the most obvious triggers.
Photography Tips Guide A proper warm-up before a cross-country round isn’t just about loosening muscles—it’s about synchronizing your horse’s responsiveness with the demands of the course. You want to confirm that your aids are clear and effective, especially when it comes to steering and pace management. This alignment ensures the horse is mentally sharp and physically ready from the very first fence.
Photography Tips Guide Whether you ride casually on weekends or compete at a high level, preparing your horse appropriately for the demands of the task is essential not only for immediate performance but also for their long-term health and soundness. A well-designed conditioning program takes into account the individual horse’s age, experience level, discipline goals, and overall physical condition.
Poses, outfit direction, location ideas and session concepts for horse, ranch and western portrait work.
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