Equine Photography Sessions: Celebrating Your Story

 

Equine photography sessions aren’t just about pretty pictures of your horse—although, let’s be real, your horse deserves to be immortalized in all their majestic glory.

These sessions are about capturing the soul of your story. When you work with Ride the Sky Equine Photography, you’re inviting me to step into your world, your bond, and your memories.

And trust me, this isn’t some cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all operation. Nope. Not today, not tomorrow, not ever.

Let’s talk about why equine photography sessions go beyond the surface and how they create memories you’ll treasure forever.

 

Equine Photography Sessions: Not Just Another Snapshot

 

You might think photography is a personal experience only for weddings, family, boudoir, or newborn sessions. Cool, but no. Equine photography sessions are just as intimate and meaningful.

When you book a session, you’re asking me to capture something bigger than what meets the eye.

It’s about your horse’s personality, your connection, and the story you’ve built together. From the quiet moments of trust to the big, bold gallops across a sunlit field, every session is a chapter in your story.

And here’s the kicker: I don’t just take pictures. I capture the kind of moments that make people say, “Wow, that’s YOUR horse?”

 

Capturing the Moments That Matter

 

Let’s face it—time with our animals is heartbreakingly short. That’s why equine photography sessions matter. They preserve the moments you’ll never want to forget, like:

  • The way you felt flying over those jumps together.
  • The quiet rides where it felt like the world melted away.
  • That adorable, goofy look they give you when you’re one minute late with dinner.

Each photograph tells a story—your story—and that’s what makes these sessions so special.

image of a Girl in Yellow dress with Tennessee Walking Horse in Field in Spring  captured during an equine photography session by Ride the Sky Equine Photography

 

Celebrate Your Story

 

Your horse is more than just an animal; they’re a partner, a friend, a soulmate, and sometimes the therapist you didn’t know you needed. Their story is worth celebrating, whether it’s one of triumph, transformation, or pure companionship.

Equine photography sessions aren’t just about freezing time—they’re about creating something tangible to hold onto. Years from now, when you’re reminiscing about your horse’s wild spirit or soft nuzzles, these images will bring those moments back to life.

 

Why Choose Ride the Sky Equine Photography?

 

Because I get it. I’ve spent my entire life around horses, and I’ve spent over a decade photographing them professionally. I know how to capture your horse’s personality, quirks, and that unspoken bond you share.

At Ride the Sky Equine Photography, it’s not just about taking photos; it’s about telling your story. And let’s be honest, it’s a story worth telling.

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Betsy Bird, Cr. Photog., CPP,  of Ride the Sky Equine Photography spends her days doing insane things to make animals look at her. Clearly, she’s desperate for attention. Outside of acting like a total goofball, she invests in growing her business, mentoring photographers, dealing with her teenagers' angst, and hanging with Nitro, the best dog ever.  

Betsy has earned her Photographic Craftsman degree from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) which honors photographers who contribute to the photographic industry through speaking, mentoring, and publishing. Betsy is also a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) with PPA. The CPP designation is held by fewer than 2,500 photographers nationwide and is a hallmark of consistency, technical skill, artistry, and professionalism.

Additionally, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN) and the Tennessee Professional Photographers Association (TNPPA). She is also a professional member of the Equine Photographers Network (EPN). 

Betsy's award-winning work has been featured in a variety of publications and is found throughout homes and stables in the United States. She is also the co-author of the book, Equine & Equestrian Photography Poses that Sell: The Ultimate Guide to Posing Horses & Humans. She has also been featured on Scenic Trend, the Profitable Photographer Podcast, The Business Animal Podcast, Chatter Magazine, Cowgirls with Cameras Podcast, the Chattanooga Times Free Press, the Chattanoogan, and the Focal Points Podcast to name a few.

Ride the Sky Equine Photography specializes in on-location photography for horses and their equestrians. Ride the Sky Equine Photography is based in Chattanooga, TN and works in Tennessee, North Georgia, and beyond.

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