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Horse Photography For Non-Equine Photographers with Betsy Bird
June 12 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Class Description:
Are you a seasoned photographer specializing in senior portraits, family shoots, or weddings? Ever been caught off guard when a client requests to include their majestic horse in the photoshoot?
Don’t panic! Join Betsy Bird, the talented equine photographer from Ride the Sky Equine Photography, as she shares invaluable tips and tricks to make your equine photography experience a breeze.
In this engaging one-hour presentation, Betsy will empower you with the knowledge and confidence to capture the beauty of horses.
Whether you’re a horse lover or a complete novice, Betsy will demystify the process and provide expert guidance to help you navigate the unique challenges of photographing these magnificent creatures.
During the presentation, you will discover:
- Building Trust: Learn how to establish a safe and comfortable environment when working with horses, ensuring the well-being of both yourself and the animals.
- Preparation is Key: Explore the essential factors to consider before your horse photography session, including legal considerations, location scouting, client communication, and understanding equine behavior.
- Gear Essentials: Discover the best equipment and gear suited for capturing stunning horse portraits, and understand why certain tools are essential for this type of photography.
- Posing with Poise: Master the art of posing horses elegantly and confidently, creating captivating compositions that highlight their grace and strength.
- Culling with Care: Gain insights into the process of selecting the best images from your horse photography session, ensuring that each chosen photograph tells a compelling story.
Through Betsy’s expertise, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of horses, their behavior, and the nuances of equine photography.
From beginner photographers to seasoned professionals, this presentation offers valuable insights and practical solutions to conquer the challenges of capturing timeless moments with horses.
Don’t let the thought of photographing horses intimidate you any longer! Join Betsy Bird in this engaging session, and unlock the secrets to creating breathtaking equine portraits that will leave both you and your clients in awe. Get ready to capture the essence of equine elegance like never before!
Bio:
Betsy Bird of Ride the Sky Equine Photography spends her days doing insane things to make horses look at her. Clearly, she’s desperate for attention. Outside of acting like a total weirdo, she invests time and energy into growing her business, speaking on subjects she is passionate about, mentoring photographers, planning her next big wheels-up adventure, and hanging with her favorite dog, Nitro.
Not only is Betsy an award-winning horse and equestrian photographer, she is also a popular podcast guest and a soon-to-be published author.
Betsy is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) with the organization Professional Photographers of America (PPA). The CPP designation is held by fewer than 2,500 photographers nationwide and is a hallmark of consistency, technical skill, artistry, and professionalism. She also serves of the Board of Directors for the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN) and the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Professional Photographers Association (TNPPA).
Betsy specializes in creating storytelling magic for horse girls of all ages creating horse portrait photography, equestrian senior photography, and equestrian brand photography. Her work has been featured in magazines and is found throughout homes and stables in the United States.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
WHEN
- Typically on the second Wednesday after the first Tuesday
We have circuit speakers that go to various cities which may cause a schedule change. Check the calendar below for the exact dates. Our association events and special events can be scheduled at any date.
WHERE
- Please check the venue for each individual event.
WHAT TIME
- 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm – Pre-Meeting Social and Networking
The locations are posted on our Facebook page, typically on the day of the event.
- 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Monthly Meeting
Come ready to learn and have some fun! If materials or equipment is needed, information will be given in the event info as well as in the FaceBook group.