At the beginning of November a good friend of mine, Sherrae, contacted me about taking some photos for her. I thought it would be for her and her husband, but instead she wanted pictures of her mother's horse, Koda Chesmore. I had never taken pictures of animals before, and Koda was definitely an adventure. Early on Thanksgiving morning, I met Sherrae and Jeff at the stable where Koda lives. We took him out into the arena and let his personality shine. He wasn't really happy about us interrupting his breakfast, but he warmed up to me. We were good friends in no time. Just like a 2 year old, Koda was a little temperamental, but that made it that much more fun! Thank you Sherrae for such a great opportunity!
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An original collage for Koda |
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He didn't mind me getting too close, but he was going to watch me the whole time. |
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Beautiful horse |
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Sun shining directly onto Koda, made him look darker |
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This is a very sweet face |
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He was actually eying the hay |
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Ready to run |
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Koda, with nice fall trees behind |
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Koda Chesmore |
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Such an innocent look |
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Knows he is getting closer to breakfast. |
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This was his good side |
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Action Shot |
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Nice, still photo of Koda |
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Koda and Sherrae |
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Koda was relaxing in the meadow...we had to go far for this picture. |
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Another scrapbook type |
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In front of the Chesmore stable |
A few of the fun, action shots and outtakes from the day!
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playing |
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galloping |
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Running |
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Yummmy Carrot |
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Mr. Ed? |
Thanks again Sherrae for this opportunity. Enjoy the pictures!
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