Spring Finally decided to Start!
It was a beautiful sunny day for this photoshoot. It was suppose to be a little overcast, but as soon as I left the house, the sun came out in full. I know that midday sun can put a lot of photographers off, and although I will admit it can give some challenges, it is […]
We Had All Types of Weather Including The Perfect Sunset on this Photoshoot
“Arrived, thank you so much!! They’re just fabulous!” “The quality is just awesome!” Before every Equine Portrait Photography Photoshoot I check the weather to make sure we are ok to go ahead or if we need to re-arrange (normally if rain or strong wind is forecast) and I will normally confirm the day before. For […]
It’s Not Very Often I get to Photograph in Locations Like This
“The images Ruth took blew me away“ “From start to finish Ruth was spectacular. Always reassuring and happy to help with any questions or doubts. The images Ruth took blew me away, considering my horse wasn’t easy on the shoot day! Ruth just made me feel totally at ease when he was being a little […]
Capturing the Love you have for your Best Friend
When your horse means everything to you, capturing the beauty of your bond and partnership with images that will last lifetime and that you will enjoy everyday, is an indulgent treat worth having. Having been a horse owner in the past, I know just how much your horse means to you. Don’t let these memories […]
Beautiful Evening
A little while back I had the pleasure of to do an Equine Photography session with these two on a beautiful sunny evening. It’s always nice to photograph in the evening when it’s sunny, but unfortunately living in the UK this doesn’t happen very often. Here are just a few of my favourites. I am […]
A Small Road Trip
“I honestly can not thank you enough for all the stunning / beautiful photos you have managed to capture. I will cherish these forever. A million times Thank You xx” “Ruth has worked so hard, she’s honestly one of the most amazing people I’ve ever met. So passionate about her work too. I’m over the […]
An Equine Photoshoot just down the road.
It wasn’t quite the golden hour we were after for this Equine Photography photoshoot, however, the location for this photoshoot was very close to where I live and I had no idea what a beautiful area it is having never been before. These two were great to photograph. We didn’t have an assistant to help […]
Spring Equine Photoshoot
“Would Highly Recommend” “It was a pleasure to have Ruth come and capture some special memories of my horses, only wish I had done it sooner! Although Mylo didn’t want to stand still for long, she kept us calm and was very patient. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking about booking a shoot, do it, […]
A Wonderful Gift – Equine Portrait Photography
“The Photos are lovely – they made me feel quite emotional” “From taking the plunge to email Ruth, every conversation was so easy. Ruth is friendly, helpful and full of useful information from choice of outfits, to tack and photo shoot locations. Even coming to the shoot with a black lead rope just in case! […]
Equine Photography on a Sunny Spring Day
In April, I photographed this lovely pair on a beautiful sunny spring day. As usual, it was suppose to be an overcast day and as soon as I got there the sun came out and I was again dressed inappropriately all in black with long sleeves! When will I learn! As an equine photographer an […]
Personal and Unique Wall Art for your Home
An Equine Portrait Photography session is not just about a few photos. Why would anyone pay for that, when you can take them for free on your phone? It’s a piece of art that preserves what’s important to you, creating beautiful and bespoke wall art to make your house feel like a home. I may […]
I Won 3 Silver Awards
In case you missed it recently on social media, 3 of my images were given a Silver Award in an Equine Photography competition I entered. There were a total of 5 silver awards, so to get 3 of those 5 was very exciting and felt like a huge achievement out of a total of 239 […]
Have you been thinking about having an Equine Portrait Session for a while?
Have you been thinking about having an Equine Portrait Session for a while, but your not sure if it’s worth it? Are you too nervous to be in front of the camera? Are you worried your location is unsuitable? Are you worried your horse may misbehave? Have a read of the below past testimonials. As […]
Beautiful Golden Hour
“I will treasure for a very long time.“ “The photos Ruth took are photos I will treasure for a very long time. They all came out so much better than I imagined they ever could!” At the end of last year, I had a beautiful equine photoshoot with these two during golden hour (the hour […]
Autumn Equine Photography Photo Shoot
At the beginning of Autumn I had a lovely photo shoot with these two a few months ago. It was a beautiful Autumnal day (with a very small amount of unforecast rain). It’s such a pleasure to photograph the younger generation with their ponies. This time passes far too quickly so it’s lovely to be […]
Another Beautiful Overcast Day
So I was fortunate enough again, to photograph on another beautiful overcast day. We were booked in to do the photo session the day before, but the weather was unsuitable and fortunately we were both available the following day when the weather was much better. As you may have already guessed, I love to photograph […]
A Trip to Warwickshire
“I will treasure forever. I could not recommend Ruth enough!” “I was very nervous beforehand as I’m not normally one for the camera, however Ruth made it fun and got mine and Cyril’s best sides as well as taking some shots that I will treasure forever. I could not recommend Ruth enough!” Earlier this year, […]
Mane and Tail Goals
It was another beautiful sunny day (perhaps a little too hot) when I photographed these four who were so much fun. The lady photographed wanted to include her dog in a few of the images with her Friesian horse, which I’m always happy to do, and even her husband joined in too, which I think […]
Not a Cloud in Sight
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of photographing these three. It was yet, another hot and sunny day. It was suppose to be overcast, but there was not a cloud in sight. Although images during summer can look beautiful, it certainly makes my job a lot harder, but we found some suitable areas […]
Sophie Wells and Her Beautiful Boys
We took the opportunity on a very hot sunny day a while back to get a few images of Sophie Wells MBE who has been selected for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Dressage Team with C Fatal Attraction (aka Jorge). The images are of Sophie and two of her dressage stars Jorge and Donnie (Don Cara) […]
Erin Orford and Loki
A while back, I the absolute pleasure to photograph the very talented Erin Orford and her horse LJT Diamond Crusador, aka Loki, who are reserves for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics Dressage Team. Not only is this horse a very talented dressage star, we joked on the day how he could also have a career in […]
Horse of a Lifetime
“We would highly recommend Ruth” “We were so impressed with the quality of the photos and choice, it was virtually impossible to choose our favourites! We loved them all! We would highly recommend Ruth for her patience, knowledge and expertise with photography, and certainly use her again in the future.” A while back, I had […]
Another warm day!
“absolutely love my photos” “Anyone looking for a photo shoot I highly recommend!” “Wow absolutely love my photos taken by the amazing Ruth. She really captured how much my two horses mean to me. She spent so much time with us, capturing so many amazing shots I really struggled to choose my favourites. Anyone looking […]
The Start of Spring
“I don’t even know what to say, those images are so so beautiful! Some of them I honestly could just cry.” It finally felt like the start of spring when I did this Equine Portrait Photoshoot. The sun was out and for the first time in a while, I didn’t need my jacket on! These […]
First Equine Photography Session of 2021!
“Blown away by what you were able to capture.” “Just wanted to say thank you for such an amazing experience and the beautiful photos you produced. Blown away by what you were able to capture.” “You are amazing at what you do, fun to be around and produced such professional and high quality photos for […]
Does a Private Viewing with your Photographer put you Off?
We’ve all experienced the hard sell at some point. People trying to sell you something you really don’t want. When doing a viewing with a photographer you may be thinking: “Am I going to be talked into or pressured into buying a load of products I don’t want?” “Is it going to feel awkward when […]
Why I Only Use Professional Framers and Printers
Wall art is an investment. Well presented and quality wall art brings effortless style and interest to your home without the clutter. Beautiful wall art makes your house feel like a home. If you have been following me for a while you will know just how important I believe it is to print your images, […]
How Time Flies!
Do you remember your first special pony (or horse) that got you hooked? I do! He was the pony that made my teenage years incredibly special. He was the first pony where I nearly always came home with a rosette, and although it’s not just about winning rosette’s, it was a sign that we connected, […]
Award Winning
A highlight of 2020 came for me at the end of the year. Winning a Silver Award for my image below was a proud moment as an Equine Photographer. Producing beautiful and potentially award winning images to decorate the homes of those who simply adore their horse will always be my Why! It’s not just for […]
A Photo Shoot with Sophie Wells MBE Dressage and her many Stars
An Equine Photographers dream. I had the absolute pleasure and privilege and photographing Sophie Wells the other week who is a world class dressage rider, trainer, Paralympic, World and European Gold Medalist, along with her very talented and beautiful horses. There were seven horses altogether, 3 competing, 1 in training and 3 retired. They certainly […]
The Perfect Christmas Present
Are you looking to treat someone special this Christmas who adores their horse? We all know that when you ask the equine enthusiast what they want for Christmas it will more likely be for their horse than themselves! Well, why not this year get them something that relates to their horse, but is actually a […]
Why Photos are also for the “Now” and not just for your Memories!
I have ridden since I was child and have owned a few horses in the past too. Riding, mucking out, grooming, sweeping etc etc, is how I spent my childhood. To say I loved every minute of it, would be a lie. Cold, dark early mornings in winter were (and still are) tough. Owning a […]
What to Wear for your Equine Portrait.
Don’t underestimate styling. What you and your horse wear for the photo shoot will not only impact how the images turn out, but also whether they will date! A lot of people, struggle to know what to wear for their Equine Portrait Photography session, so once you have booked your session, I send you a […]
Another Hot Day!
“the whole experience was so easy and the pictures are so amazing.” “Thank you for everything, I really didn’t know what to expect but the whole experience was so easy and the pictures are so amazing.” A few weeks ago I had a photo session with these two. It was a very hot day and […]
What’s it like to Have an Equine Portrait Session with me?
I have created my Equine Portrait Photography sessions to be a simple, relaxed and wonderful experience designed around you and your horse. When you are ready to book your session, we will arrange a date and time over the phone and I will find out a little more about you and your horse. I will […]
The Importance of you being in the Picture
Your horse is a huge and important part of your life. If you adore your horse, the chances are, your phone is filled with photos of them. However, you can take as many beautiful photos of your horse as you like, but if you’re not in them too, they will be missing something important when […]
Would you like to have an Equine Portrait Photography Session but something is holding you back?
Would you quite like to have an Equine Portrait Photography session but worry that your horse will misbehave, your location is not the most idyllic, you’ll feel awkward in front of the camera or think maybe it’s just a bit pretentious to have a photo shoot with your horse? The chances are at least one, […]
The Importance of Printing
I have said this many times and I will continue to do so. Printing your images is important! I did a poll recently on Facebook and 44% of the people who took part, hardly ever print their images! Back in the day of film photography, because you had to pay for a film and pay […]
I’ve Done a Little Re-Branding
In case you hadn’t noticed, I’ve done a little re-branding.! I have spent a lot time since Christmas, updating my website and processes, to reflect what I feel is important and to offer the best possible service to you that I can. And if you have been thinking about having an Equine Photography session with […]
This is what it’s all about!
Gorgeous images and beautiful wall art, designed to suit the image and your decor, delivered direct to your door! Stunning equine photography, doesn’t come from just taking a few snapshots, it’s carefully and thoughtfully made with a creative vision and ability to produce something extra special! I’m an equine photographer that believes printing is an […]
Late Autumn Equine Photography Session
So the leaves were almost gone, but the gorgeous Autumn sunshine was definitely shining and I just love how these came out. The main focus of the images I capture, is the bond you have with your horse, so don’t worry about your location, the time of year or weather (to a certain extent – […]
It’s not just an Equine Photoshoot…… it’s a piece of Art!
If you have been following me for a while, you will know that digital files are not enough for me. Great images must be printed and displayed. Why? Because the whole reason for an image being taken, is to be seen, and ideally on a daily basis, to make you smile and bring back memories. […]
Sunset Autumn Equine Photography
So, we didn’t quite have the golden hour sunset I was hoping for (it was actually quite overcast), but the colours are beyond gorgeous! I actually photographed this session the same day as the previous shoot. We had so much rain and miserable weather in the early part of Autumn and I had to re-schedule […]
This is why I love Autumn!
Here are a few images from another recent Equine Photography Autumn shoot. The weather was quite different from the one before and was fairly overcast but I absolutely love how they came out! The paths were an absolute dream and I could have photographed there all day. I felt totally spoilt and honestly had a […]
What makes your House feel Homely?
The usual phrase is, “What makes a house a home?” But I want to take this a little further. Can you narrow down what actually makes a house feel homely? Have you ever walked into someone else’s home and instantly felt comfortable and at home, even though it’s not yours or just loved how it […]
A Sunny Autumn Shoot
I’ve said it before, but you can always rely on the British weather to be unpredictable! I’ve had rain in the middle of Summer and bright sunshine during Autumn on an Equine Portrait Photography session and this Autumn session definitely had some strong sunshine. It doesn’t matter what the weather brings (providing it’s not chucking […]
Equine Photography
I am an Equine Portrait Photographer (based in Lincoln but travels all over), who is very experienced around horses and that creates beautiful wall art, while also capturing these important memories, no matter how tricky your horse or uninspiring you believe your location to be.
Christmas Present?
With Christmas coming up (and a Special Offer) why not consider treating yourself (or a loved one) to an Equine Portrait session, which includes a framed image and is a gift that really can last a lifetime. I am an Equine Photographer based in Lincoln, but travel all over for commissions.
Autumn is a Great Time of Year for an Equine Shoot!
So most people probably think you can only get nice images from an Equine Portrait session during Spring and Summer, but they would be wrong! You can actually get nice images no matter what the time of year and Autumn is no exception. Just check out the images below as proof!
Are you Worried about having your Photo taken on an Equine Shoot?
Are you are worried about having your photo taken on an Equine Portrait Photography session? Watch the short clip below, and if you have any other concerns, get in touch and let me put your mind at ease. And something else I want to add, is I also have group discounts available for up to […]
Are you Worried about your Horse Misbehaving on a Shoot?
Are you worried about your horse misbehaving on an Equine Portrait Photography session? Watch the short clip below, and if you have any other concerns, get in touch and let me put your mind at ease.
It’s all Rush, Rush, Rush!
I am constantly hearing how we have become a nation of rushers, rushing around trying to get everyone done NOW and we want everything, NOW! If someone asks how we are doing, if we are not busy, rushing, stressed or exhausted, then we feel we are not doing enough. Owning a horse, can be hard […]
Why have an Equine Portrait Session?
So the only photos I have of the ponies and horses I had as a kid are very basic and they don’t show their personality or the bond we shared. I knew these photos weren’t great, but at the time, they seemed good enough. This is a small selection and the best I could find […]
Group Equine Portrait Sessions
“I would definitely recommend for anyone wanting a forever memory of their horse or pony.” “From start to finish Ruth was excellent. Both brilliant and at ease working around the horses to offering some assistance with choosing frame and mount combinations when I asked her. There were a lot to choose from! We all really […]
Photos Featured in, In The Country magazine!
I’m very excited to have some of my photos featured in a magazine for the first time! The fab magazine, In The Country, had a feature on Vic aka Wimpy Eventer which contained some of the images from our fun filled Equine Portrait Photography session. If you haven’t heard of the magazine, head over to […]
I’ll travel all over for an Equine Portrait Session!
Last weekend I had the absolute pleasure of photographing this lovely lot. We had some pretty heavy rain to start, but fortunately we were quite sheltered from the trees! More to follow. This shoot took place near the New Forest in the Dorset / Hampshire area. Although I am an Equine Portrait Photographer based in […]
Blindaj Billy – The Last Living Black Beauty from the 1994 Film
Last week I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Blindaj Billy, one of the five and last remaining horses that played Black Beauty in the 1994 film. He was the absolute star and the perfect gent you would expect him to be and incredibly photogenic. Even though he is now 29 years old (approaching 30), […]
Struggling to choose my Favourites!
I know I say this a lot, but it’s so true and this shoot was no different! I really struggled to choose my favourite images from this shoot with Vic (aka Diary of Wimpy Eventer), Pat and Pea, but here goes. I’m an equine photographer taking beautiful Equine (horse and owner) Portraits based in Lincoln […]
A Fun few hours with Vic aka Wimpy Eventer and her Horses Pat and Pea
So this week, I was incredibly lucky to have an Equine Photography Shoot with the lovely Vic, aka Wimpy Eventer and her two gorgeous horses Pat and Pea. We had re-arranged the shoot due to the weather forecast, and the alternative day we chose turned out to be glorious! Sunshine can make for gorgeous images, […]
Group Equine Portrait Photography Sessions
Just a reminder, that if you and a friend or 2 were looking for an Equine Portrait Photographer and wanted to share the cost, I have group booking discounts available and if there is additional mileage costs, then this can be spread equally between you too. I include an 80 mile round trip from Harmston, […]
Evening Equine Portrait Session
Now the evenings are getting a little lighter, it’s possible to have an equine shoot in the evening, just like this one. So, if you are busy during the weekday and at the weekends, then this may be the ideal opportunity!
Sign Up to My Mailing List
Just in case you didn’t already know, I have a mailing list you can sign up to on my website just concerning Equine Photography. Why not sign up to be the first to hear about events, special offers (relevant even after your shoot), competitions, new products, recent work and more. Don’t worry, you won’t be […]
Worried about your Horse Behaving on an Equine Shoot? Don’t Be.
If you are a horse owner that would love to have an equine shoot, but don’t think your horse will behave / stand long enough to get some gorgeous images…… think again. This is exactly what this owner thought! And this isn’t the only gorgeous image we managed to get, even if I do say […]
Spring is nearly here!
It’s that time of year when all horse owners start to get a little excited! Signs of Spring have started, the days are getting noticeably longer which means evening hacks (yey) and your horse is starting to moult! I remember as a kid using a Unigroom when my hairy New Forest pony was moulting, getting […]
Another Autumn Equine Shoot
This is another equine shoot I did on the last day of Autumn, with two gorgeous horses and owner (I was spoilt that day). There were so many images I loved, that it has been really hard to pick these few to show you. So if you are still wondering what you want for Christmas, […]
Competition Winner Equine Photo Shoot
I have been super excited about showing you the second of my competition winners’ equine portrait session. It was the last day of Autumn and although the trees were bare, the sun was shining (which isn’t always helpful), and this fella was an absolute star! Don’t forget, gift vouchers are available through my website, ready […]
The First Equine Portrait Competition Winner
Last week I had the pleasure of meeting the first of my two equine portrait competition winners. We had to postpone a week due to the weather, but it definitely paid off, as we had a glorious morning with a bit of sunshine and it was incredibly mild. The first horse we photographed was such […]
Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials
So last weekend I thought I would try something new……… Equine Sports Photography! And what better event to practice at, than the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials! Having gone in previous years, I have to say, I have never noticed so many other spectators their with cameras. Now I know I’m not as good […]
When it comes to an equine portrait shoot, there is more to it than just simply taking a few photos!
When it comes to an equine portrait shoot, there is more to it than just simply taking a few photos! I’m really passionate about what I do and because of that, I want to get more than just snapshots! To get those images that really stand out, show the bond between you and your horse, […]
Horse and Owner Portrait Shoot on a Mixed Weather Summers Day – Part 2
This is the other horse and owner that I photographed the other week at the same yard. Just love the light in these images. Images can look great no matter what the weather, but if it’s bright with a lot of cloud, it makes the sky like a giant soft box (diffuses the light so […]
Horse and Owner Portrait Shoot on a Mixed Weather Summers Day
“I treasure the beautiful photos you took of her” Last week, I had the pleasure of photographing 2 horse and owner portrait sessions at the same yard. The weather was a little interchangeable and it was quite muggy, but it gave some gorgeous light for the images. Here are just a very few from one […]
Why Use me for your Horse and Owner Photo Shoot?
It’s an important day, you have spent hours cleaning and grooming your horse, cleaning your head collar and bridle, choosing your outfits (which you are still unsure about) and worrying about the weather. You just want your horse to behave and for the photographs to come out well, just like you have imagined. I get […]