Behind the Artists Inspiration: Bison have always been on of my favorite subjects to photograph. Their presence is immense, and they speak of strength and grace. I took this shot in the midst of a true Canadian windstorm and this bison bull stood out from the herd. From The Brand Owner: We don’t meet people […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: Some of my greatest artwork inspirations come to me when I am on the road traveling Alberta working with clients. I was on my way home and it was a sunny spring day and the snow had yet to melt and I felt this strong urge to find an authentic dream […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: Photography is really about the art of observation. While hosting a branding on our family ranch I had the opportunity to sit and watch with my camera as the cattle were branded. This photograph is of a young horse that was just learning the art of being a ranch horse. I […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: This image is a creation straight out of my imagination and with my metis heritage close to my heart. The long ago Indigenous painted horses have always piqued my curiosity and I have incorporated it into my artwork to showcase my own unique interpretations and visions of them. This photo was […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: This image was an inspiration of mine after meeting Chrissy and her daughter Katie Da Costa and learning of their horse “Chance” that was trained to do tricks. I have always been drawn to Indigenous culture and love to incorporate my Metis heritage into my artwork. With the help […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: This mare was raised right on our family ranch and I felt she had the feminine soft look to put these flowers amongst her gorgeous mane. I love the use of natural light and her soft and curious expression. This image is one of my favorites from that day and it […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: This shot was taken of these two stunning Gypsy Vanner mares WR Sahara and WR Trillium in the barn door as they were welcomed to their new home at River Lane Ranch by Sherwood Park, Alberta. These Gypsy Vanner mares were graciously donated by Shenandoah Gypsy Vanners of Florida with their […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: I was invited to the home of well-known Medium Carmel Baird in the spring of 2017 to photograph her and her families new venture in the creation of their powerful “Healing with Horses”program. They chose the Gypsy Vanner breed of horse strategically for they are world renowned for their quiet demeanor […]
Behind the Artists Inspiration: While taking photographs of this beautiful dappled grey stallion painted as one of my indigenous “war horses”, I adorned these croup feathers to his tail to add some more meaning and detail to the whole concept. I caught this photo without really thinking too much about it, but the […]
Behind the Artists inspiration: “She is driven by the belief that art and beauty transforms how people think about conservation and nature.” *Statement from the artist webpage From the brand owner: Icelandic Horses lovers, this is for you! Guadalupe is an International artist, photographer and explorer based in Aspen, Colorado. Her work touches my soul […]