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kindred spirit

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:00:56 +0000

You know that saying that says that the eyes are the windows into a soul?

I see straight into his heart.

What speaks to you?

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:16:15 +0000

I was out taking images today for some of the assignments I am giving the ladies for the Emerge Workshop. While I was out I decided to feed the horses. I stood there for a couple of minutes listening to them munch away and I thought to myself how I find the sound of them eating soothing. I sat down and snapped a few images of their muzzles. Hands down my favorite part of a horse. While I was there Cleveland decided to give Big Nik some love…I just kept snapping away.

I don’t know what it is about this picture but I get it…it gets me. Maybe I am odd to like a picture of a ponies nostril (good thing his personal hygiene is in check!) but I could blow this up huge and hang it in my house.

Please Help Luka

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:04:13 +0000

Hi there! I hope this blog post finds everyone in the middle of a wonderful day. It looks like we are finally getting some winter temperatures…it is chilly outside! I absentmindedly flipped the switch off to my stock water last night. As Dad was out thawing things out for me today I was thankful for all he does for me. I could tell the wind was cold as he stood huddled with his back to it. It made me so glad to be inside. I am so glad for a lot of things in my life. As you know we got a puppy from the Precious Pets Animal Rescue just before Christmas. She is adorable and the best puppy I think I have ever owned! I would love to take the rest of her litter home if I had the finances and the space to do so. She has been such a wonderful addition to our lives and I am thrilled that we could adopt her. There are lots of puppies however who are not as fortunate as our puppy. One of those puppies is named Luka. As you will see in the short video he is in desperate need of help. He requires surgery to amputate his broken leg. I bawled my eyes out after seeing this video. I am giving a little support to the Precious Pets Animal Rescue on behalf of Luka and I am asking that you do as well. The ladies that run the PPAR do so out of the goodness of their hearts. They currently have an outstanding vet bill, a kennel full of puppies and are in need of dog food. They need our support to help Luka and the rest of the animals in their care.

Since they have just started their rescue society their charity organization papers are not yet completed. Any support you give will be out of the goodness of your heart as there will be no tax receipts issued from PPAR. You will however get a receipt from Crimson Chickadee Photography’s Paypal account showing that you supported them.

Please give to Luka and the Precious Pets Animal Rescue.

Even animals deserve the right to have some dignity and to be loved.

Ladies Man

admin — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 04:49:38 +0000

Little girls the world over never need to worry about having a pony to love…and to have him love them back.

He is here…

right in my pasture…

and he loves little girls…even ones that aren’t his person. (although Dolly will tell you differently!)

His heart is pure. He always has a hug for any little princess who ventures out to love him.

finally

admin — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 20:12:38 +0000

I never have my camera with me when Zip makes faces(which he does often!) It seems like every time I see him being silly I can never get out to his pen in time to catch one.

Well today I finally did. In fact I caught a few silly faces…but this one made me chuckle.

Hope you are enjoying your weekend!

{hugs}

happy birthday ole man | this life of mine

admin — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 19:40:29 +0000

It was March 13, 1999. My 25th birthday. The sun was shining and the snow was melting. I walked into the barn, he stuck his head out of the stall and nickered.
He stole my heart that day…and everyday after.
Zip is a Quarter Horse. Zip has working cattle bloodlines. Zip is scared to death of cows…yup he will stand with his legs spread, eyes wide as they can be and shake like a leaf. I guess it is a good thing I am a dressage rider.
He knows all of my deepest secrets.
He has stood patiently as I buried my face in his neck and let the flood gates open.
He has brought comic relief on more than one occasion.
He has taught me humility.
He loves yogurt.
He has fought the odds and endured brain surgery.
He is so patient and loving with my kids. First teaching raceboy82 how to ride and now standing for endless amounts of time while Dolly sits on his back, taking tiny steps and walking slowly and carefully when she asks him to move.
He is a kindred spirit and you might have to be a horse lover to understand.
This week he turns 18. I am thankful for everyday I look out the kitchen window and see him standing in the coral.
I am his person, an honor I am so grateful to have bestowed upon me.

Happy Birthday Zippy.

Dotty | East Central Alberta Pet Photography

admin — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 03:42:41 +0000

Raceboy82 turned 13 back in October and he asked for a puppy. That is when Dotty became a family member. I am not a small dog person…but she is a sweetie and if you are not careful she will steal your heart away. I was getting ready for a very special session when she made her way into the studio and decided to help out. I couldn’t resist snapping a few images of her….and sharing them with you.

Just a girl and her horse | wainwright graduation photographer |photos by nicole

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:09:13 +0000

I can admit that I have been secretly waiting for this session since Miss E talked to me about doing her pictures with Bailey way back when…
mostly because Miss E reminds me of myself when I was her age…just a horse crazy girl in love with life. I had so much fun with Miss E, Bailey and Miss S. And as I sat down to pick which images to put up for her sneak peek I found myself editing away like crazy…I am just in love with soooo many of them!
So here you go E…enjoy…I’ll see you girls at the fair next weekend!

Did you know…

admin — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 07:32:58 +0000

that we love animals?

I can say that I am the ‘person’ to 3 furry friends…and I can say even to 3 four legged friends out in my pasture as well!
If you are the person to a furry friend and you consider them part of your family now is the time to book your studio session.

Studio sessions are available year round for dogs, cats, lizards or whatever type of pet you have.

Maybe you are a breeder and want to capture your prize bull or your winning pleasure horse…weather permitting we can schedule outdoor shoots as well.

Use the contact form at the top of the page to schedule your session today!