ABOUT THESE WORKSHOPS

During these workshops, we will be embarking on a three day photography journey with a maximum of five like minded photographers, learning Jesse’s personal process of creating Horse & Rider portraits, backed by the positive experience she provides for every client. Horse & Rider photography is the heart and soul of the equine photography industry, and are valued by every horse own, no matter where they are in their equestrian journey. We’ll be splitting our time between a classroom environment and photographing at local dressage and hunter jumper barns, where we can push our creativity and practice new skills.

This workshop will be focused on identifying and maximizing locations, learning professional posing for all body types, and polishing the images through the editing process. Along the way, we’ll be diving into the following topics

• Inquiry & Planning Photoshoot 

• Choosing the best camera gear & settings for each photoshoot

• Using back button & single point focusing to maximize quality and details

• Toys and tricks to get ears

• Importance of having an assistant

• Finding balance when using rule of thirds.

• Creating variety by mixing detail shots, head shots, full body shots, and wide angle shots.

• Identifying useable locations around the barn, in the arenas, pastures, or using green spaces on property. 

• Using natural light to capture a variety of images, from soft light, vibrant colors, golden hour sun flares, and silhouettes.

• Leveling up the compositions by using leading lines, natural frames, and textures.

• Learning go-to poses that work for every horse and rider, no matter the discipline or breed standard

• Creating order to your poses to generate an organized and productive photoshoot

• Reviewing basic and more advanced poses, that include the rider on the ground, under saddle, or bareback.

• Identifying flattering poses for clients no matter their body type. 

• Shooting through movement to capture more candid poses

• Maximizing possibilities for photos when using the 360˚ Posing Theory

• Recognizing unique features or behaviors presented & how to highlight those through posed or action shots

• Problem solving when working with difficult clients or horses

• Refining details to create a professional and polished image

• Importing & culling

• Editing RAW images using Adobe Photoshop

• Removing background distractions, blemishes, and removing naked halters

• Color control & casting 

• Lighting control and manipulation

• Using photoshop brushes 

• Exporting and delivery to clients

While we’ll be photographing many horse and riders throughout the workshop, this weekend is geared toward learning and apply the new skills, with hands on and individual coaching. But most importantly, you’ll be able to see and learn how Jesse and her team work together, in the office and at the barn, to provide an remarkable client experience, that has in itself, has provided an abundance of new clients through endless referrals and recommendations!

» ADDITIONAL BONUS!!

Your education will not end on the last day! Jesse is invested in your personal growth, and is including availability to continue gaining education through a private portal for 14 days following the workshop + a private virtual mentorship for each student to use within 6 months of the workshop. You’ll also receive downloadable step by step editing tutorials from Jesse’s images taken during the workshop, allowing you to play, pause and practice editing your images on a timeline that most comfortable for you.