As a commercial photographer based in Pinehurst, NC, I have a deep personal connection to horses that spans back to my childhood. Growing up in Germany, I was lucky enough to spend countless hours riding, whether on school horses or bringing my own horse to summer camp. Some of my fondest memories are from those yearly riding camps, where the horses and the experience were the highlight of my summers.
When I moved to Pinehurst in 2009, I had actually taken a break from riding for a few years. However, thanks to a good friend, I was soon back in the saddle. A little while later, I found myself owning another horse—an exciting chapter in my life. Fast forward 13 years, two kids later, and while I no longer own a horse, I’m still riding regularly. I’m now working with an incredible instructor at a farm in Southern Pines and even riding for fun at my former instructor’s barn in Sanford. Riding has always brought me immense joy, and now, even with the demands of life, I make sure to ride a couple of times a week. It’s my happy place.
It was a few years ago when I first connected with Mary from Correct Connect, a company that specializes in riding aids and equipment designed to help riders improve their skill and connection with their horse. Initially, Correct Connect offered reins as training aids, but the brand has since expanded to offer a variety of products that focus on improving the rider's position, connection, and overall riding experience—while ensuring the comfort and welfare of both the rider and the horse. Their motto, "Improve your riding, improve your horse," really resonated with me, especially as someone who understands the importance of both rider and horse being in sync.
Mary reached out to me about my product photography services in 2020, and I’ve been working with them ever since. Since then, I’ve had the pleasure of photographing a wide range of their products—from training aids like reins and girths to apparel such as shirts, breeches, visors, halters, and saddles. Over the years, we’ve done photoshoots at a variety of barns in the Southern Pines area, as well as at my studio in Cameron, where we’ve also created videos featuring both models and riders. It's been an absolute pleasure to capture images that showcase the quality and functionality of the Correct Connect products.
For their recent e-commerce apparel shoots, the last three sessions have taken place at my studio, where we focused on a mix of imagery—everything from off-white backdrops to pure white backgrounds, and videos on off-white as well. I’ve captured so many photos, it's nearly impossible to fit them all into one blog post, but I wanted to share a few here to give you a glimpse into the work we've done together.
I’m also a proud owner of several Correct Connect training aids, which I can honestly say are the most comfortable and practical riding aids I’ve ever used. As for the apparel, I have more outfits than I can count—I'm always joking with my husband that while I may not be the best rider, at least I look the part and am always well-dressed when I ride!
The model for this particular shoot is Monisa, and I absolutely love working with her. Not only is she an incredibly talented photographer herself—specializing in weddings and couples—but she’s also recently signed with a modeling agency. If you’re in need of talent for stills or video, I highly recommend reaching out to The Brock Agency to inquire about her. You can see more of her work and her modeling portfolio through her agency page here.
Working with a brand like Correct Connect has been such a rewarding experience, and I’m excited to continue collaborating with them to help showcase their products. Whether you're a fellow rider, a trainer, or a brand in need of professional photography to elevate your marketing, I’d love to help tell your story through images that reflect both the beauty of the sport and the quality of the products that support it.
If you’re interested in seeing more of my commercial product photography work or want to discuss a branding or product shoot for your own business, don’t hesitate to reach out!
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