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Why As A Photographer I have No Behind the Scenes Footage

Why As A Photographer I have No Behind the Scenes Footage

As a photographer, I often find myself so immersed in capturing the perfect shot that I neglect to document the process itself. It's a common dilemma among photographers: while we focus on creating compelling images for our clients and portfolios, the behind-the-scenes moments often go unnoticed. Here's why that happens and why it matters.

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Second Race in the High Point Series

Second Race in the High Point Series

Barrel racing is more than just a sport—it's a dance of precision, speed, and unspoken trust between horse and rider. On April 19, 2025, I had the privilege of photographing the second event in the Grizzle Ridge Arena High Point Series in Jerusalem, Ohio. This experience served as a poignant reminder of the inherent risks involved in equestrian sports.​

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Spring Fever Ranch Show

Spring Fever Ranch Show

Ranching shows are relatively new for me to photograph, typically because my network is in the contest world. However the arena I have been shooting at the past year has starting having a host of different shows allowing me to branch out with my shooting.

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Behind The Lens: Indoor Arena Camera Settings

Behind The Lens: Indoor Arena Camera Settings

It is not every day that I offer technical details on how I achieve a photograph. Mostly because I do not think of myself as a technically perfect photographer and my goal is always to get the shot over getting it 100% in camera.

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Why Photography is on the Struggle Bus

Why Photography is on the Struggle Bus

I was watching a video with a photographer talking about why Photography is so hard to get into right now and I definitely agreed with everything he was saying. In fact if I was starting right now, I am not sure I would be a photographer which is saying a lot.

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First Show of the 2025 Season

First Show of the 2025 Season

2025 is slated to be a busy year for me. Heading toward 50+ equine show dates, weddings, and regular shoots scheduled with more still rolling in. Which is fantastic but challenging as some events overlap, and I will still have weather cancellations and such to deal with making this a very busy season.

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