Sunday Stills – Best of 2009
I had a great time selecting my photos for this week’s Sunday Stills challenge. Although I only participated once in 2009, I had several photos that I absolutely loved so I chose from those! I have to admit, I cheated a bit – I just couldn’t narrow it down further than this. Hope you enjoy!
I chose this photo of Tiny’s eye because it signifies so much to me. When I look into her eyes, I see her soul and it reminds me why I love her so much. Plus, in my opinion she has the most amazingly beautiful eyes I’ve ever seen on a horse. I guess I’m biased though!
This photo was taken on one of our many trail rides. I love the way it captures the moment of connection between Tiny and that cow, just that silent acknowledgement of each other’s presence.
This photo was my first foray into the world of photo editing. I took this photo of Abby one day at the barn and I loved the way the light played off her form. With a few editing lessons from my artist buddy Luke, I was able to enhance that contrast even more. Although this photo might not have the best composition, it entrances me every time I look at it. It inspires me to improve my photography AND my editing skills!
Check out Sunday Stills for other entries, as well as Laughing Orca Ranch, The Skoog Farm Journal, All Horse Stuff, and Baba Yaga’s Mirror, all of whom frequently participate in the challenge.







enlightenedhorsemanship - January 10, 2010 at 5:59 am
Wow. Those are GORGEOUS! You are learning a lot! You are right–Tiny’s eyes are beautiful and deep.
The new look of the blog is pretty awesome, too.
chloe - January 10, 2010 at 7:58 am
these are wonderful!
Ed - January 10, 2010 at 8:09 am
Very nice, love the last one the best..:-)
dibear - January 10, 2010 at 8:10 am
I love your choices, especially the last shot, but I like the eye shot as well.
tammy - January 10, 2010 at 10:19 am
The last one is outstanding! Thanks for sharing!
Rhonda Stansberry - January 10, 2010 at 10:48 am
I love the last shot! It speak to me too.
Lori Skoog - January 10, 2010 at 11:11 am
That last shot is my favorite! I have done similar things with my “Abbe.” Thanks for mentioning my Journal in your post….my selection will be very familiar to you.
KacyK - January 10, 2010 at 1:09 pm
Oh!! Thanks for mentioning me!
I love your shots truly and I also
have an “eye” for my best shot!
I will have to return to get to know you soon!!
KacyK w Washashe mare~
Kristen - January 10, 2010 at 7:29 pm
I love the photos and agree, up close eye photos are the best, aren’t they! I look forward to more!
Brenda - January 11, 2010 at 7:46 am
Great eye shot. I have the same type of photo that I captured while I was riding too, but my horse is looking at the open fieldd. I love the black and white! That is my favorite!
michelle - January 11, 2010 at 8:59 am
Wow! Thanks for your comments, everyone! And welcome to the site to all you newbies! It’s nice to see new faces around here and to get some much needed feedback on my photos. I’m actually surprised that so many of you enjoyed the photo of Abby. It’s inspiring me to get out there and take some more shots! So thanks for your comments Brenda, Kristen, Rhonda, Tammy, Dibear, Ed, and Chloe!
KacyK, I enjoyed my recent visit to your site and am looking forward to getting to know you better as well!
Lori, I can’t wait to see your selection – I’m headed over there right now!
Kim, Hope you’re well, I’ve missed you! Glad you like the new design, I am enjoying the new “horsey” feel. And thanks for the compliments – I’m trying to learn as much as I can!
hazem - January 11, 2010 at 5:15 pm
my favorites are looking at the cow & the silhouette. you’re getting better by the picture. keep up the good work
greyhorsematters - January 11, 2010 at 6:23 pm
Beautiful, these are my kind of pictures. I love them all. Great job Michelle.
Regular Guy - January 11, 2010 at 7:50 pm
Like that last shot the best. You have a good “eye.” Pun intended, lol
Jenn AKA The Leftover Queen - January 11, 2010 at 9:06 pm
Wow, you are taking some really awesome photos! I love the one from the trail ride, especially!
michelle - January 11, 2010 at 10:07 pm
Hazem, thanks for the compliments! I’m really excited about continuing to learn more about photography and appreciate the support!
Thanks, GHM and Jenn! It’s so much fun to do the photo posts!
Hi RG and welcome to the site. Glad you like my “eye” – and I like your pun!