Hey there! So, last week, I found myself cruising down the road to North Carolina in order to give a presentation at the North Carolina Professional Photographer’s Photo Expo 2023 conference.
They invited me to speak about horse photography.
And, you know me, tell me I have a captive audience and 2 hours to talk about horses and I’m off and running.
I decided that the topic would be “Horse Photography for non-Equine Photographers”.
I wanted to create a bridge between non-equine photographers and the wondrous realm of horse photography.
You see, I get it – not everyone’s well-versed in the language of horses.
So, my talk? It’s all about making sure audience members were armed with the knowledge and confidence to venture into this specialized genre when they have an occasional client wanting to include a horse.
So throughout my 2 hours, I discussed everything from:
- Considerations when working with horses
- How to work safely with horses
- How to achieve captivating poses with horses and their humans
- What gear to use with horses
- What to look for when culling a photography session that involves a horse
A Round of Applause and a Tip of the Hat
Before I sign off, I want to give a heartfelt shout-out to the North Carolina Professional Photographers for inviting me to be part of this fantastic event.
The event was a blast, with insightful questions that kept me on my toes.
But the best part?
Connecting with each photographer, one-on-one, sharing stories, answering questions and concerns, and critiquing images. It’s these moments that truly make this journey unforgettable.
Ready to Ride? Want to Learn More about Equine Photography?
Now, if you’re feeling that spark, that itch to delve even deeper into the captivating world of horse photography, or if you’re dreaming of having me grace your organization or teach a class, here’s your chance.
Don’t be shy, send me a message, and let’s embark on an exciting equine photography journey together.
Betsy Bird, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, TPM, TSD, of Ride the Sky Equine Photography, spends her days doing insane things to make animals look at her. Clearly, she’s desperate for attention. When she’s not mentoring photographers, wrangling teenagers, or acting like a total goofball, she’s hanging with Derby—the puppy currently training to be office assistant (jury’s still out on whether “chewing cords” counts as a legitimate job skill).
Betsy has earned both her Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degrees from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA). She also holds the CPP, TPM, and TSD designations and currently serves on the Board of Directors of both the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN) and the Tennessee Professional Photographers Assocation (TNPPA).
An award-winning photographer, Betsy is also a published author, national presenter, and frequent podcast guest. Her book, Equine & Equestrian Photography Poses that Sell, has become a resource for photographers, and she’s been featured on The Profitable Photographer Podcast, The Business Animal Podcast, Cowgirls with Cameras Podcast, The Focal Points Podcast, and more.
Through her digital tools, courses, and mentoring programs, Betsy teaches photographers how to build profitable businesses without the overwhelm. She is an expert in her field (which isn’t that surprising given how much time she actually spends outstanding in a field… get it?).