Let Me Introduce Myself
Hi - my name is Carole.
I began riding horses at an early age, entering competitions and rising to the “A” circuit level.
At risk of aging myself, digital photography wasn’t heard of at that time. Photographs were hard copy only - and expensive for someone working part time to pay their way. I truly wish I had purchased more professional photographs of my own showing career.
Today’s equestrian world is more expensive than ever and I have made it my mandate to provide individuals and families with the opportunity to economically afford beautiful photographs of their life events and achievements to look back on.
“I was an equestrian before I was a photographer and I believe this has given me a deeper, more intimate perspective of what my clients are looking for.”
Collectors Edition
London Hunt Club 1978
Lasting Impression
Canadian National Exhibition 1978
Lasting Impression
Bolton Horse Show 1979
“An image tells a story, whether it’s one you’ve experienced or one that is engaging your curiosity.”
When I first picked up a camera, a Pentax K1000, it was more to show others my experiences rather than to record memories - that has never changed, but it has evolved. With a 25+ year career as a film and television location scout, I was provided accessibility to places most people don’t get to go. This solidified my desire to share these experiences with others subsequently expanding my photography from the celebration of the equine and equestrian world to presenting more diverse subject matter - all through the simplicity of a photograph.
I have been influenced by early photographers such as Margaret Bourke-White, Dorothea Lange and Berenice Abbott who engaged their audiences with images that brought their experiences to life. Their work didn’t just educate but evoked emotions and transported their audience.
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"Photography helps people to see." - Berenice Abbott
My first venture into a series of photographs was dedicated to the beauty and remarkable craftsmanship of funerary art. Visiting cemeteries in Italy, Spain, United States, United Kingdom and of course my home country of Canada, was a privilege. In sharing the images of "Monumental Art", my hope was to present in detail this eclectic and diverse art form.
My second foray into series is still evolving.
"Feral Mustangs of the Virginia Range", brought my
focus back to my equine friends. Their story is one of
nature competing with the development of urban lands
and it is still unfolding. With two visits to the herd in 2024 and probably more photographs than I need to complete the project - my heart is diligently trying to rationalize a third trip.
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It is my hope you enjoy viewing the current series. All images are available to purchase in the size and material of your choosing including note cards.
