photography

So, Your Kid Found a Photo Online…— Tales from the Photography Trenches

So, Your Kid Found a Photo Online…— Tales from the Photography Trenches

You never know what’s going to land in your inbox as a photographer. Wedding inquiries, print orders, spam from someone promising to make me “Instagram famous” for $9.99… and then there are the other messages.

The kind where someone politely asks you to take down a photo you took years ago because… well, it’s “embarrassing.”

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Why I Don’t Offer a “Season Pass” — And Why That’s Intentional

Why I Don’t Offer a “Season Pass” — And Why That’s Intentional

Every season, I see new ideas and models pop up in the rodeo and equestrian photography world. One that’s been floating around recently is the “season pass” model—a prepaid package that guarantees riders a set number of images per event across the entire season.

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What We Rode Through: July Grit at Shenandoah Valley July 5th, Shenandoah Valley Riding Club.

What We Rode Through: July Grit at Shenandoah Valley July 5th, Shenandoah Valley Riding Club.

The kind of day where heat clings to everything. Your skin sticks to your shirt. Your camera fogs up between frames. The air itself feels heavy, and every step kicks up dust that never really settles.

This show tested every rider, every horse, and every ounce of my own focus behind the lens. Not because of the competition—but because the conditions were relentless.

And still, I kept shooting.

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How Tariffs Are Shaping the Photography Industry in 2025

How Tariffs Are Shaping the Photography Industry in 2025

In recent years, global trade tensions and shifting tariff policies have sent ripples through many industries — and photography has not been spared. Whether you're a professional photographer, an aspiring hobbyist, or a gear manufacturer, the cost and availability of photography equipment have likely been impacted by changes in international tariffs.

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June 1st Barrel Race – A Sunday Sprint at Grizzle Ridge

June 1st Barrel Race – A Sunday Sprint at Grizzle Ridge

Following the high-energy Grizzle Ridge Arenas High Point Series show on May 31st, the arena kept the momentum going with a Sunday show on June 1st — making it a full weekend of barrel racing action.

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Fast Horses & Faster Shutters – Grizzle Ridge Arenas High Point Series Show #3

Fast Horses & Faster Shutters – Grizzle Ridge Arenas High Point Series Show #3

The third show in the Grizzle Ridge Arenas High Point Series was packed full of action on May 31st, and the competition was nothing short of electrifying. Riders came ready to win, spurred on by the added money and the energy in the air almost got this photog rapher trampled! From start to finish, the arena buzzed with speed, skill, and a whole lot of heart.

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