Equestrian Seniors Blog
The Secret to a Stress-free Equestrian Portrait Session (Hint: It’s Fun!)
Say Goodbye to Stress: How Ride the Sky Makes Equestrian Portraits Fun and Relaxing Let’s be real. When you think of “portrait session,” do words like “awkward,” “stressful,” and “boring” come to mind? Sure, I get it. That’s my ultimate nightmare too—1000%...
From Behind the Lens to Center Stage: My Photographic Craftsman Journey
Let’s be honest—when you work behind the camera for a living, you don’t often pause long enough to step in front of it and say, “Hey, look what I did!” But today, I’m doing just that. In 2024, I was honored to earn my Photographic Craftsman degree from Professional...
From Barn Aisles to the Big Stage: Earning My Master of Photography Degree
Well, this happened—and I’m still wrapping my head around it. I’ve officially earned the Master of Photography degree from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA). Yep. That’s the one with the fancy medallion, the handshake on stage, and the kind of...
Leading the Way: Betsy Bird Elected Professional Photographers of East Tennessee President
Big news! I'm officially back in the saddle (again). I've been elected as president of the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee, and I couldn't be more excited This marks my third year serving on the PETN Board of Directors. It is an honor to continue leading...
Elevating Photography in Tennessee: My Work with the TNPPA Board
Exciting News: My Role on the TNPPA Board of Directors Well, here’s some news that’s worth shouting from the rooftops—or at least from the barn aisle! Not only do I get to capture stunning moments with horses every day at Ride the Sky Equine Photography, but...