For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of working with amazing brands in the horse industry, creating imagery that tells stories and connects with horse owners. But recently, I had a light bulb moment—most of my clients fall into three areas: equine feed & nutrition, veterinary products, and horse
Near the end of last summer, I had the opportunity to work with Absorbine on a lifestyle product shoot featuring their new UltraShield Gold Fly Spray. Absorbine is a trusted name in equine care, and capturing images and video clips for their latest product was an exciting project that combined
Last fall, I had the opportunity to photograph English riding lifestyle images for Tough1, a company known for its quality equestrian gear. This project was particularly exciting because the images were created specifically for Tough 1’s booth at the WESA trade show in Dallas this past January. What is WESA?
Horses aren’t just animals to those of us who love them – they’re part of our lives, our businesses, and our passion. So, imagine my disappointment when I recently flipped through an equine publication and saw multiple ads using AI-generated horse images. Something felt off. The heart, the authenticity –
When I traveled to Oregon for the Weatherbeeta shoot, I knew I wanted to make the most of my time in such a stunning location. With the golden light of the western landscape and a group of gorgeous ranch horses at my disposal, I decided to stay a few extra
As a commercial equine photographer, I love the challenge of bringing a brand’s vision to life, especially when it involves capturing the essence of horses in breathtaking locations. Recently, I had the opportunity to do just that for Weatherbeeta, a globally respected brand known for its high-quality horse rugs and
Feast your eyes on beautiful horses all year long with my 2025 “Luminous Equus” Calendar! I’m excited to share that pre-sales are now open for my 2025 Calendar, featuring some of my favorite equine images from the past few years. This year’s calendar will be available ONLY during the presale
I had the exciting opportunity to be interviewed live on Minnesota Public Radio by Cathy Wurzer! While the segment was short, it was a wonderful chance to talk about my passion for equine photography and the artistry behind capturing the grace and beauty of horses. A Conversation About Equine Photography
I’m incredibly honored to have my story featured in the Summer Issue of the University of Minnesota Alumni Magazine! Fun fact: I received my degree from the U of M in Vocal Performance with the intention of becoming an opera singer! The beautifully written story by Ellen Ryan documents my
had a fruitful mentor session earlier this year where I received feedback on my work and input on how to better present myself as an Equine Commercial and Stock Photographer. One thing she mentioned is to take more of a storytelling approach to my stock library photoshoots. This was a
I’m excited to share some recent work I created for USRider, a company that offers essential roadside assistance specifically for horse owners. Unlike traditional auto clubs, USRider understands the unique challenges of traveling with horses and provides coverage that includes horse trailers, ensuring that both drivers and their equine companions
It’s like getting a wrapped present in the mail when I see an issue of Horse Illustrated in my mailbox containing a story and photos I submitted. I never know which images they will pick and how they will arrange them in the magazine. When I got to the opening
As I was cleaning stalls the other day, pondering the meaning of life, my thoughts wandered to the meaning of my work. In 2021, I shifted my business from serving a mix of commercial and portrait clients to primarily serving commercial and editorial clients. The “why” behind
I just returned from a fantastic trip to Kentucky, where I attended the American Horse Publications conference and created new images for my Equine Stock Library! I love visiting Kentucky because it’s pure horse country! I spent a day photographing everyday activities around a dressage training barn, such as riding, cleaning
For years I’ve been wanting to get a silhouette of a horse in front of the northern lights. When I saw how strong they were last night, I knew it was possible! We have trees to the north, so I had to get very low to get my horse above
A client I’ve really enjoyed working with for the past few years is Boehringer Ingelheim Equine Health. Their agency is located in Minneapolis, which makes working together easy because there’s no out-of-state coordination, casting, or travel involved. Minnesota has an incredible array of beautiful horses, skilled riders, and gorgeous locations.
It was a great privilege to photograph a world-class showjumping competition like the Longines League of Nations at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida. Before this event, I had never even been to the World Equestrian Center in Ocala FL, much less had the credentials to photograph there. To
This is the sixth year Purina has chosen images from my Equine Stock Library for their Horse calendar. This ongoing collaboration speaks volumes about the timeless appeal of my photography and the connection it creates between brands and horse lovers. For this calendar, I worked with McCord Design Group. They
In 2023, Nutrena Feeds made big changes to their SafeChoice® line of horse feeds, reformulating them with new ingredients to be even more beneficial to horses. To reflect these changes, they needed fresh packaging design featuring new photos to represent each product. Initially, we discussed a custom photo shoot for
In the past month, I’ve been disappointed to see several posts and ads by reputable equine brands using AI-generated images. Very believable AI-generated images. In one case, I know the brand has a policy against using AI media and wasn’t aware the image was fake, but more and more, it’s
There’s something about horses and water I feel very drawn to, so the hope I held as the day approached to photograph the Salt River Wild Horses was that I would be able to capture them in the Salt River. After spending time in the forest next to the river,
When preparing to photograph wild horses, keeping your hopes high and your expectations low is important. Wild horses go where they want, when they want, and as photographers, we can only hope to find them in beautiful or interesting places. Last year, when I went to Iceland, I made a
I never set out to create “Award-Winning Images” but rather to always work hard at my craft and do my best whenever I have a camera in my hands. But when an organization like American Horse Publications recognizes that hard work and effort, it feels pretty darn good! At this
In a culture that seems addicted to video, I believe there are few things more captivating than a split-second capture that freezes time. Photographs allow us to study that moment in all its delicious detail. Honestly, I don’t photograph events like the Waconia Rodeo for money. I do it for