Lindsey Walker Wedding Cont’d

I have been meaning for quite some time to post some additional pictures from Lindsey’s wedding, but we have been hopping around so much that I have not had the opportunity to get back to this post.

Lindsey’s wedding was one of a kind experiences for us. She was not just a client, she is a friend and that makes our job both easier and more difficult at the same time. Easier from the perspective that we feel comfortable with the wedding party, the bridge and groom, and the guests; more difficult because everyone knows us Lindsey Walker Wedding Contd

I was amazed throughout the day at the composure of Lindsey and despite a few changes that were needed last minute, she adapted better than most! Lindsey Walker is the definition of the perfect bride!

Lindsey Walker Wedding Contd

Lindsey Walker Wedding Contd

Lindsey Walker Wedding Contd

Lindsey Walker Wedding Contd

Lindsey Walker Wedding Contd

Lindsey Walker Wedding Contd

Run Along Farms

Earlier this year, I had the privilege of working with Run Along Farms on some images for their website. I met Julie and Doug Biegert several years ago while shooting several endurance rides and since that time I have come to look forward to seeing them and their beautiful horses. One does not need to look much beyond the condition of their animals or their facility to realize quickly how pampered their horses are. Run Along Farms is a full service training facility specializing in endurance and competitive distance horses.

I could spend hours talking about Julie and Doug, but I’ll let the pictures speak for them:

Run Along Farms
The main entrance to Run Along Farms is a beautiful view, especially at sunset!

Run Along Farms

The Stalls are large, well kept and the entire area is clean and inviting

Run Along Farms

A large fully enclosed indoor arena!

Run Along Farms

There is ample pasture facilities for the horses to roam and graze

Run Along Farms

Run Along Farms

Acapella is a gorgeous horse

Run Along Farms

I will admit that Kenny was one of my favorites from the day, he is such a handsome young man!

Run Along Farms

Run Along Farms

Run Along Farms

Khasper was definitely in a playful mood the entire time I was at the farm

I would like to thank both Julie and Doug for allowing me the opportunity of working with them, they are the consummate professionals and our next horse will definitely come from them!

For more information on Run Along Farms or to see a listing of the horses they have available, please visit their website at: http://www.runalongfarms.com

Danielle Logan Engagement

I was recently honored to shoot Danielle and Travis’ engagement session. The day was perfect, perfect fall weather, perfect location, and the perfect couple! They are both wonderful and easy going and a real joy to work with. Danielle called us back in April and we clicked from the start, her bubbly personality along with Travis’ quiet demeanor makes for an interesting yet loving contrast. Here a few images from that session, as you will see quickly the love they share for each other is profound.

Danielle Logan Engagement

Danielle Logan Engagement

Danielle Logan Engagement

Danielle Logan Engagement

Danielle Logan Engagement

Danielle Logan Engagement

Danielle Logan Engagement

Over $3,275.00 raised for the Susan G. Komen Foundation

Over $3,275.00 raised for the Susan G. Komen Foundation

We are proud to announce that we have raised over $3,275.00 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. In all total, our donation will break $4,000.00.

We would like to thank all of you for helping us make this possible. From Suzanne and myself – a huge thanks!

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

I met Lindsey and her mother Nancy at the “Get Spotted” Appaloosa show at Gordyville, IL back in May. It was the last day of the show and we were slightly backed up with posed shots; they were the most patient individuals I have met. Despite waiting for close to 45 minutes for their turn, they were also coming in behind a horse that had made a pretty big mess on the carpet we use for posed images and yet they were as polite and gracious as you could want.

It was not long after that show that Nancy called inquiring about senior portraits for Lindsey. So on an off evening during the Illinois State Fair Junior Horse Show we met at the fairgrounds for her session. The weather was perfect, albeit a little warm the light was fantastic and as always I had a beautiful and energetic model.

Here are a few images from that senior portrait session, I hope you enjoy them as much as Lindsey and I did in creating them.

One of the things that Lindsey definitely wanted to do was get some images of her and her beautiful horse Speckles. So we spent the first hour or so just taking some shots of Lindsey and Speckles. The purpose was really two fold, one to give Lindsey the images she desired but also to give her an opportunity to get comfortable and enjoy her senior portrait session.

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

It was obvious watching Lindsey and Speckles interact that these are two that really share a bond, a love that can only be shared between a woman and her horse.

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

Lindsey King Senior Portraits
A few of the images were Lindsey on Speckles and it was then that I decided to try a few shots with the lens baby lens. Lindsey was not really sure about the shots at first, but being the good sport she played along

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

We then just started shooting and having fun, when you have someone as photogenic as Lindsey, the work of the photographer is not only easy, it is just plain fun!

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

This is without a doubt one of my favorites. It has that natural, windblown look to it that I think really shows Lindsey’s beauty…

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

At one point Lindsey and I moved off away from her family to just get some nice head shots and with a swing close by, well it was something we just could not pass up!

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

Can’t leave out the barn shot when you have a horse woman!
Lindsey King Senior Portraits

We rounded out the evening with a few shots inside the barn with a little fill light.

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

The last shot was Lindsey talking Speckles for a walk….

Lindsey King Senior Portraits

I would like to thank both Nancy King and Lindsey for allowing me the pleasure of capturing Lindsey’s senior portraits, it was a fun evening that I will remember for years to come!

Lindsey Walker Wedding

I thought I would take a quick moment and share another image from Lindsey Walkers’ wedding. Her flower girl, was absolutely a cutie with an infectious smile. One could not help but enjoy the moment when she was around. I thought her and Lindsey made a wonderful pair and the affection between the two of them was obvious to everyone.

Lindsey Walker Wedding

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek is a Competitive Distance / Endurance Ride that is a UMECRA sanctioned ride at Stephen Forbes State Park in Kinmundy, IL. The ride in 2009 will be memorable if for no other reason than the day before, it rained – and rained – and rained some more. As a matter of fact the ride was delayed 4 1/2 hours on Saturday due to the rain. I left Springfield, IL Friday evening around 5pm for the 2 hour drive to Salem, IL which is where I would be staying during the ride. The sky was cloudy in Springfield but there had been no rain. Once I reached Litchfield, IL the rains came and they did not stop until I was just outside of Salem.

I thought that the worst was over, but I was wrong. No sooner had I parked the truck at the motel that the skies opened up again the rains came and poured for the rest of the night. As much fun as I had that weekend, I was very happy to get back to a dry Springfield!

Here are a few images from that weekend. Despite the rain, it was an enjoyable weekend with plenty of friends and beautiful horses.

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

Dead Dog Creek

My Backyard Ride 2009

One of the events that I photograph is Competitive Distance / Endurance riding. I enjoy getting out on the trail and watching both rider and horse enjoy the crisp morning air and warm sun as they ride over trails through corn fields, wooded creek crossing and along fence lines. In 2009 one of our first rides was the AHDRA I – My Backyard Ride in Wyanet, IL on the property of Jen Allen and family.

Although I spend a lot of time shooting weddings, senior portrait sessions and cutting shows, my first love is endurance / competitive distance riding. It is the comaraderie of the riders, the environment of horse and man, the elements of nature thrown in – it is the combination of these and just my love for being outdoors; there is nothing quite like watching everyone do their part to ensure the safety of the horses and riders, and how as a group everyone pulls together to make the weekend a successful one. Equine photography will always remain a part of our business and within that endurance / competitive distance will always be at the top!

Here are a few images from the ride, it was a bright, warm weekend with no rain and blue skies. Perfect weather for riding horses!

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

My Backyard Ride 2009

Mandy & Jasmine

I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph Mandy Short and the lively Thoroughbred Jasmine.  Jasmine is the quintessential definition of a thoroughbred, high energy with a mind of her own.  Her owner is the exact opposite.  Mandy is a quite unassuming young lady with a perpetual smile on her face and a kindhearted soul that is noticed immediately.

Mandy wanted to have some portrait images taken of her and her two horses while wearing her beautiful pink toned  prom dress.  At first there was a concern how the horses would react to the rumbling and crackling of the dress but to all of our surprise, the horses acted as if nothing was out of the ordinary.

As she emerged from the barn, I started shooting, primarily to get some meter readings and to also catch Mandy in a casual environment.  Of course the moment she realized that the camera was rolling she started laughing and all of her concern and fear went away….

This is the first of two sets of Mandy.  Set one is Jasmine and set two will be Beamer.

Mandy & Jasmine

Mandy just realized that the camera was rolling

Mandy & Jasmine

A prom dress and cowboy boots!

Mandy & Jasmine

Two beautiful girls

Mandy & Jasmine

Mandy & Jasmine

A quiet moment for Mandy and Jasmine unaware of camera or photographer

Mandy & Jasmine

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

I recently had the privilege of taking my nephew’s senior pictures.  Aaron is the eldest of my sister Kristi’s five children.  Aaron is a senior this year at Rockford Christian School in Rockford, IL.

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

Aaron Sosnowski Senior Pictures

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