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% nightmare fuel.
But here’s where Ride the Sky Equine Photography comes in: stress-free equestrian portrait session that’s actually *fun*. Yes, I said fun!
Sound too good to be true? Hang tight, and let me explain how we roll here at Ride the Sky.
Here’s How My Clients Describe Their Sessions
Whenever I wrap up a session, I always ask my clients how they felt about the experience. And you know what words come up the most?
1. Relaxed – because who needs stress when you’re trying to capture the perfect shot?
2. Entertaining – because we’re not here to bore you to tears, we’re here to have a blast!
3. Fun – because if it’s not fun, then what’s the point?
4. Chill – because we’re all about those good vibes and laid-back moments.
5. Easygoing – because life is already complicated enough, am I right?
Trust me, you won’t be stressing about the camera. We’ll be too busy laughing at your horse sticking out their tongue or acting like a goofball. That’s the beauty of a fun photography experience — it’s as easygoing as you want it to be, without the stiff awkwardness you dread.
Capturing Those Goofy Moments (Because Why Not?)
You want a stress-free equestrian portrait session? Well, here’s a little secret: the magic happens when you let go of trying to control everything.
When your horse decides to throw a little sass or give us a goofy face, we’re not panicking—we’re celebrating! These are the moments that make your session unique.
You’ll be so focused on enjoying your horse’s antics that you’ll forget you’re even being photographed.
And the best part? You’ll end up with a collection of images that feel genuine, not staged.
Chill Vibes Only: Making Your Session Relaxed and Easygoing
One thing I promise is this: your session will be the opposite of stressful.
We’re talking chill, laid-back vibes from start to finish. I’m all about going with the flow. So, if our plans go a little haywire—maybe your horse decides today is the day to run laps instead of stand still—no worries! We’ll adapt and roll with it like the professional we are.
You’ll leave wondering why you ever stressed about a portrait session in the first place. It’s not just about the images — it’s also about having a good time while creating them.
Betsy did a maternity shoot with my daughter and her husband, her horse and her baby’s horse. It was such a fun day with lots of laughing and energy and the resulting photos were gorgeous! Betsy has an equine background, so she knows how to capture their best angles and features. She is very organized, had a plan and knew where to get the best light and backgrounds. We didn’t have to wait too long for the beautiful results and now have an album that my daughter and her family will cherish.
-N. Lacy
Creating Timeless, Classic Portraits (While Having a Blast)
Of course, we’ll still end up with some jaw-droppingly beautiful portraits. That’s a given.
But along the way, during that stress-free equestrian portrait session you are worrying about, we’ll create new memories. It’s not just about capturing a moment—it’s about living in that moment, laughing, and having fun.
The result? Stunning, timeless portraits that’ll make you smile every time you see them hanging on your wall. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t want that?
Ready for a Relaxed, Entertaining, and Fun Equestrian Portrait Session?
If you’re ready for a stress-free equestrian portrait session where “relaxed,” “entertaining,” “fun,” and “easygoing” are the order of the day, then Ride the Sky is where you want to be.
Not ready to take the leap just yet? No problem! Join the Ride the Sky Herd for tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and updates on how to make your future session the most chill, entertaining day ever. You’ll get all the details you need, without the pressure.
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.