INTENTIONAL, HORSE-LED PORTRAITS — WHERE CONNECTION MATTERS MORE THAN CONTROL
THE ALBERTA EQUINE PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
ALBERTA EQUINE PHOTOGRAPHER FOR EXPERIENCE-LED, HORSE-FIRST PORTRAITS
Horses aren’t a phase for me. They’re in my blood.
I’m a born-and-raised Albertan, lifelong horse person, and photographer who understands that horses aren’t props — they’re partners, teachers, and often the reason we build our lives the way we do. My equine work is rooted in connection, patience, and deep respect for the animal, the land, and the relationship you share.
Whether we’re photographing quietly at home, out in the open landscape, or creating something more intentional and artistic, this experience is about capturing what’s real — not forcing moments that don’t belong.
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WHY EQUINE PHOTOGRAPHY IS DIFFERENT HERE
Horse people notice everything.
So do I.
I don’t rush sessions, over-handle horses, or expect them to perform on cue. I read energy, wait for the moments that matter, and let things unfold naturally. Some of the most meaningful images happen in the pauses — the breath, the lean, the quiet exchange that only exists between the two of you.
This work isn’t about perfection.
It’s about trust, presence, and honoring the bond you’ve built.
So do I.
I don’t rush sessions, over-handle horses, or expect them to perform on cue. I read energy, wait for the moments that matter, and let things unfold naturally. Some of the most meaningful images happen in the pauses — the breath, the lean, the quiet exchange that only exists between the two of you.
This work isn’t about perfection.
It’s about trust, presence, and honoring the bond you’ve built.
HOW I APPROACH EQUINE SESSIONS
TYPES OF EQUINE SESSIONS I OFFER
Years spent around horses have taught me patience, timing, and how to stay steady when plans shift. That matters just as much in photography as it does in the barn.
If your horse needs a break, we take one.
If the light changes, we adapt.
If something unexpected happens — we roll with it.
- You can expect:
- A relaxed, unhurried session
- Plenty of time for your horse to settle
- Minimal posing, gentle guidance when needed
- Space for real moments to happen naturally
If your horse needs a break, we take one.
If the light changes, we adapt.
If something unexpected happens — we roll with it.
Horse & Rider Portraits
Honest, grounded images that reflect your connection — not stiff poses or forced moments.
Honest, grounded images that reflect your connection — not stiff poses or forced moments.
At Liberty
Quiet, patient sessions that allow horses to move freely and be themselves. These sessions prioritize safety, calm energy, and letting the horse set the pace.
Quiet, patient sessions that allow horses to move freely and be themselves. These sessions prioritize safety, calm energy, and letting the horse set the pace.
At liberty sessions are guided by the horse first — not the backdrop.
Because these sessions often take place in indoor arenas, outdoor arenas, or paddock pens, background conditions can vary widely depending on location. Commercial barns and shared facilities may include visual elements such as fencing, signage, footing marks, equipment, buildings, or other structures that are outside of my control.
I do not remove or alter backgrounds as part of standard editing. This includes cluttered, busy, or visually unappealing surroundings in both indoor and outdoor spaces.
If a cleaner or more minimal aesthetic is important to you, I’m happy to:
Lighting is also an important consideration. Indoor arenas often have limited or uneven light, which will influence the final look of the images. I work with available conditions to create the best possible result, but lighting limitations are part of the environment and are not considered a flaw or error.
By booking an at liberty session, clients acknowledge and accept these variables as part of a horse-led, experience-first approach.
Because these sessions often take place in indoor arenas, outdoor arenas, or paddock pens, background conditions can vary widely depending on location. Commercial barns and shared facilities may include visual elements such as fencing, signage, footing marks, equipment, buildings, or other structures that are outside of my control.
I do not remove or alter backgrounds as part of standard editing. This includes cluttered, busy, or visually unappealing surroundings in both indoor and outdoor spaces.
If a cleaner or more minimal aesthetic is important to you, I’m happy to:
- help you choose a more suitable location, or
- discuss custom background cleanup as an additional editing service, quoted separately.
Lighting is also an important consideration. Indoor arenas often have limited or uneven light, which will influence the final look of the images. I work with available conditions to create the best possible result, but lighting limitations are part of the environment and are not considered a flaw or error.
By booking an at liberty session, clients acknowledge and accept these variables as part of a horse-led, experience-first approach.
Fine Art on Black
Minimal, dramatic, and timeless portraits that strip everything back to the horse itself. These are slow, intentional sessions focused on expression, shape, and presence.
Each session is shaped around the horse in front of me — not a formula.
Minimal, dramatic, and timeless portraits that strip everything back to the horse itself. These are slow, intentional sessions focused on expression, shape, and presence.
Each session is shaped around the horse in front of me — not a formula.
Grounded. Calm. Experience-led.
USING MY HORSES IN A SESSION
Horse Use & Rental Disclaimer
For select sessions, I offer the option to work with my horses.
This is available for:
My horses are calm, well-handled, and deeply loved — and their care and safety always come first. Sessions using my horses are fully guided by me, with clear boundaries around handling, positioning, and timing.
This is not a prop-rental situation.
It’s a carefully managed, experience-led collaboration.
Horse rental availability is limited and offered only when it’s the right fit for the concept, location, and conditions.
This is available for:
- Couples
- Portrait clients
- Fine art or creative projects
- Those who don’t have access to a horse but want an authentic equine experience
My horses are calm, well-handled, and deeply loved — and their care and safety always come first. Sessions using my horses are fully guided by me, with clear boundaries around handling, positioning, and timing.
This is not a prop-rental situation.
It’s a carefully managed, experience-led collaboration.
Horse rental availability is limited and offered only when it’s the right fit for the concept, location, and conditions.
Use of My Horses
For select sessions, clients may have the option to work with my horses. These sessions are carefully managed and guided by me at all times. My horses are not props and their safety, comfort, and well-being always come first.
Participation in any session involving horses comes with inherent risk. By booking a session that includes the use of my horses, clients acknowledge and accept these risks and agree to follow all instructions provided before and during the session.
I reserve the right to modify, pause, or end a session at any time if conditions are unsafe, a horse is uncomfortable, or circumstances change. Horse rental availability is limited and offered only when it is an appropriate fit for the concept, location, weather, and the horses themselves.
A separate agreement and liability waiver will be required for all sessions involving my horses.
For select sessions, clients may have the option to work with my horses. These sessions are carefully managed and guided by me at all times. My horses are not props and their safety, comfort, and well-being always come first.
Participation in any session involving horses comes with inherent risk. By booking a session that includes the use of my horses, clients acknowledge and accept these risks and agree to follow all instructions provided before and during the session.
I reserve the right to modify, pause, or end a session at any time if conditions are unsafe, a horse is uncomfortable, or circumstances change. Horse rental availability is limited and offered only when it is an appropriate fit for the concept, location, weather, and the horses themselves.
A separate agreement and liability waiver will be required for all sessions involving my horses.
investment
✦ Essential Equine Session — from $595 + GST
✦ Signature Equine Experience — from $895 + GST
✦ Fine Art on Black — from $995 + GST
✦ At Liberty Sessions — from $1,095 + GST
✦ Sessions Using My Horses — from $895 + GST
Equine sessions are experience-led, horse-first, and priced to allow space for patience, presence, and real moments to unfold.
All sessions include planning guidance, a relaxed pace, and a thoughtfully edited gallery that reflects the horse and connection — not forced perfection.
All sessions include planning guidance, a relaxed pace, and a thoughtfully edited gallery that reflects the horse and connection — not forced perfection.
Horse & rider or single-horse portraits
Ideal for lifestyle portraits and simple outdoor sessions
- Up to 60 minutes of relaxed shooting
- One horse
- Location guidance and light planning
- Large, curated gallery
Ideal for lifestyle portraits and simple outdoor sessions
More time, more flexibility, more breathing room
- Up to 2 hours of coverage
- One or two horses
- Flexibility for light changes, outfit shifts, or multiple looks
- Larger storytelling-focused gallery
Minimal, dramatic, and deeply intentional
- Controlled environment or studio-style setup
- Single-horse focus
- Fine art editing style
- Slower, precision-focused pacing
Horse-led, patience-forward work
Please note: at liberty sessions are guided by the horse and environment. Background cleanup and extensive retouching are not included and may be added for an additional fee.
- Extended session window for safety and calm energy
- Horse-first pacing — no rushing or forcing
- Indoor or outdoor arena / enclosed environments
- Gallery reflects natural movement and expression
Please note: at liberty sessions are guided by the horse and environment. Background cleanup and extensive retouching are not included and may be added for an additional fee.
(Horse use included)
This option is ideal for couples, creatives, or clients who don’t have access to a horse but want an authentic equine experience.
- Use of one or two of my horses, selected by me
- Fully guided session with handling and safety managed throughout
- Limited availability
- Separate agreement and liability waiver required
This option is ideal for couples, creatives, or clients who don’t have access to a horse but want an authentic equine experience.
(Optional Add-Ons
- Additional horse: from $150
- Additional time: from $300/hour
- Custom background cleanup or advanced retouching: quoted separately
- Extended travel or remote locations: custom
THE KIND OF PEOPLE I CLICK WITH
BOUNDARIES
I do my best work with people who live this life — or deeply respect it.
Those who value connection over perfection. Who understand that horses have opinions. Who care more about how something feels than how it looks on paper.
I live to laugh, love hard, and do things my own way — and if that sounds familiar, you’re probably my kind of people.
If something unexpected happens — we roll with it.
Those who value connection over perfection. Who understand that horses have opinions. Who care more about how something feels than how it looks on paper.
I live to laugh, love hard, and do things my own way — and if that sounds familiar, you’re probably my kind of people.
If something unexpected happens — we roll with it.
Clear limits, good balance, and a way of working that feels right to me.
I don’t rush sessions, force horses, or edit to match trends. My editing style is darker, moodier, and shaped by years of refining what feels honest and timeless.
I’m intentional about how I work and how much I take on. Fast for the sake of fast isn’t my goal — creating work that lasts is. That balance allows me to show up grounded, focused, and fully present for every session.
I don’t rush sessions, force horses, or edit to match trends. My editing style is darker, moodier, and shaped by years of refining what feels honest and timeless.
I’m intentional about how I work and how much I take on. Fast for the sake of fast isn’t my goal — creating work that lasts is. That balance allows me to show up grounded, focused, and fully present for every session.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
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- Horses don’t need to be “perfect” — personality is welcome
- Weather is part of the story (and we adapt accordingly)
- You don’t need to know how to pose — I’ve got you
- This is a judgment-free, horse-first experience
If horses are family, not a feature — you’re in the right place.
Tell me about your horse, your idea, or what you’re dreaming up. We’ll build something honest, grounded, and entirely your own.
Most of the questions people have — about planning, timing, flexibility, what’s included, and how things actually work — are answered in more detail on my full FAQ page.
If you’re the kind of person who likes to know what to expect before reaching out, you’ll probably find it helpful. If not, we can always talk it through.
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