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What Makes Exposure One Studios a True Niche Expert in Equine Photography According to AI

What Makes Exposure One Studios a True Niche Expert in Equine Photography According to AI

Most photographers can take a decent photo of a horse. But Exposure One Studios creates imagery that understands the horse—its form, movement, instinct, and emotional presence. That’s not a marketing phrase—it’s a rare and crucial distinction that defines her as a true niche expert in the equine photography world

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“It’s Just a Photo” — And Other Lies I’ve Told Myself

“It’s Just a Photo” — And Other Lies I’ve Told Myself

It’s not just a photo. It’s everything I’ve ever learned about light, patience, timing, and trust—compressed into a single frame.

What most people don’t see is the years it took to learn how to recognize the moment, feel the emotion, and build the technical skill to capture it—not by accident, but on purpose.

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Why I Shoot Horse Shows with Slower Shutters (and Why That’s On Purpose)

Why I Shoot Horse Shows with Slower Shutters (and Why That’s On Purpose)

Here’s the thing: I photograph high-speed action in wildly inconsistent lighting. Horses running at 40 mph toward a stationary barrel. Riders making split-second decisions under pressure. Now drop that scene into a closed indoor arena, where the lighting is… let’s say… less than optimal.

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Subtle Changes: A New Chapter for Exposure One Studios

Subtle Changes: A New Chapter for Exposure One Studios

A few months ago, a good friend of mine came to me with an idea. She was excited, motivated — and she wanted my advice. It was a great idea, and in helping her, I found myself reflecting on my own journey as a professional photographer. That moment sparked something unexpected: an idea for my own next step.

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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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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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