“The eyes of this friendly horse captivated me. Keeping a short distance from my face, he looked at me intently with an inquiring eye. The afternoon sunlight was golden and bathed his coat in a sheer layer. The mane flew softly around his pretty face while he demanded to be given a carrot with steady hoof stamps in front of me.

I had no carrots, yet a friendly pat on his velvety muzzle earnt me a swift amicable slurp from his soft lips. I took close-ups at his handsome looks.

This frame portrays the beautiful colour, hues and iridescence of the mane and lashes, all set aglow in the warm sunlight."

Artist statement
My photographs are not enhanced; they represent the true nature and colours of the subjects as captured by the lens. I never lure my animated subjects to come close to me: spontaneity is the key.

This is an original uncropped image.

DONATION TO CHARITY
I donate 100% sales proceeds from sales of this creation to Farm Sanctuary

Founded in 1986 to combat the abuses of industrialized farming they encourage a new awareness and understanding about farm animals.

Carmen, creator of Art for Conservation

“Equine Beauty” – New Calendar Series 2011

Browse my new calendar series with proceeds aiding equine rescue charities.