I just returned from a fantastic trip to Kentucky, where I attended the American Horse Publications conference and created new images for my Equine Stock Library!
I love visiting Kentucky because it’s pure horse country! I spent a day photographing everyday activities around a dressage training barn, such as riding, cleaning tack, and even a saddle fitting session—a first for my library!
I also photographed my friend Jill with her senior horse, Ben, who is living his best retirement life in Lexington. And, of course, I had to photograph mares and foals, which are abundant this time of year!
These images and many more will be available in my library soon!
At the conference, I moderated a panel on “Keys to Lasting Success for Equine Photographers.” It was a lively discussion about ways photographers are diversifying their services in order to stay current and sustain their business for the long term.
I reconnected with clients and friends, made new connections, and bid farewell to Executive Director Chris Brune, who is retiring after 30 years in her position. I had a lump in my throat whenever she spoke of her time with AHP. She will be greatly missed! 
One of my pieces for Horse Illustrated, featuring photos from my trip to Iceland, won 1st place in Self-Supported Publication Editorial Design at the Equine Media Awards.
It was a great trip, and now I’m ready to hunker down and get caught up on loads of editing!
