Horses aren’t the only creatures you’ll encounter at barns, farms, and stables.
Cats are often prowling & lurking.
Here are a few sweet felines I spotted at Sundown Shelter in Hugo, Minnesota recently.
It was such a bright day that I didn’t need to do any photo editing to brighten the images. Plus, these guys were naturals!
~Julia
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
I finally had the chance to do a snowy shoot with my favorite rescue horses over at Sundown Shelter in Hugo, Minnesota.
Some of my moments there…
Kiss, kiss. Little buddies.
The light was beautiful, the sky was beautiful, the snow was beautiful, and of course the horses were beautiful.
It was a wonderful day.
~Julia
Happy Holidays!
This is a favorite photo I took recently of my little daughter exploring the Minnesota snow.
Happy Holidays!
~Julia
I am officially Open for Business, as they say, though this is primarily a passion project in its early stages.
I ordered a new zoom lens for my camera recently and have been practicing whenever I can.
From quite a distance this morning, I took some photos of the swans on the small lake near our home that is currently covered with just a sliver of ice.
I chose to leave the slight blur of the grasses in the foreground. It makes me feel like I’m secretly peeking at the swans.
I also managed to snap a photo of my two little ones running ahead of me on a recent walk.
I love how the fast shutter speed freezes their motion with almost zero blur here, as well as the slight green coloring on the trees in the background.
I hope to capture some more horse & farm photos after the next snowfall, because what’s prettier than a lovely horse with a dusting of snow on his back?
In the meantime, you can find more of my work on my Pinterest page.
I’m also beyond thrilled that Horse Illustrated will be printing one of my articles in their February or March issue. Stay tuned!
Please browse, enjoy, and contact me if you are interested in a session!
Best,
Julia
Hello!
If you’re visiting, you likely love horses or photography. Or both. Me too!
I’ve been riding as an adult for a little over a year, but I rode as a child as well. I also volunteer at a local horse shelter whenever I can, and a therapeutic riding center in the summer months. I recently dove into the world of equestrian photography and art, and now I can’t stop.
I’m passionate about the art and skill of riding in all disciplines, and as a freelancer, I write about all things equestrian for HorseChannel.com. You can read my articles, here.
This is a photo I took last summer of my two children, admiring a couple of miniature donkeys at Waldoch Farm in Minnesota.
As a new photographer, I offer affordable sessions to capture the beauty of your horse, farm, riders, or all of the above. My goal is to help you and others see the beauty of your beloved equine companion and your special bond.
I also offer personalized social media management services to help promote your farm or riding center and connect with more potential clients. You’re busy with customers, animals, outdoor work, and maintenance. Let me take care of promoting your business by helping with your website and social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, e-Newsletters, and more). Rate available upon request.
You can view examples of my photos on my Facebook page.
You can find more of my written work and publications on my blog, FranticMama.com.
Thank you for your interest in Julia Arnold Equine Photography!
~Julia
Julia Arnold :: Freelance Writer & Private Tutor 