Happy Trails (Engagement Photos ~ Southwest Style)

I love photographing people at places they love, where they feel in their element and are engaged in what they enjoy! As such, newly engaged, Cathy and Chris both own and ride horses. So, after doing about a half hour shoot at their home, the idea dawned upon them, to take a short scoot over to the stables, where they keep their horses, and resume engagement photos there.

It was the first time I had been to the Marana Equestrian Center. It was also the first time I ever photographed equine and human, together. To formulate some ideas, I had to draw from imagery, indelibly, collected in my brain over time. I once rode on horseback, about twenty years ago.  I, also, enjoyed watching Western movies growing up, all of which undoubtedly helped the cause. Still, there is nothing like gaining hands on experience. For that, I am grateful to Cathy and Chris, for giving me the opportunity.

Howdy Mam!
It’s a pleasure to meet your acquaintance!
Let's Ride
Let’s Ride!
Happy Trails
Happy Trails

Happy Trails, Indeed

Happy Trails, Indeed

Days End
Days’ End
Sonny and Yogi
“Much obliged” to additional cast members, Sonny (left images) an eighteen-year-old gelding and Yogi (right images) a seven-year-old John Mule for their bridled participation and co-operation. The pleasure was all mine!

Happy trails…until we meet again, in October (for the wedding)!

For more information on my engagement photography services,  see my webpage, Tucson Engagement Photographer.