I was called and too understand why is to know my background and personal life experience...

My story comes from a childhood dream. I was born into nearby family operating a horse riding stable, however that ended only a few years after I was born. I recall, my first memories are riding a horse (pony) and for as long as I can remember, I dreamed, I hoped and I wished for a horse of my own all through childhood but never came to be until my late 20's.

There is something extraordinary about the bond between a horse and the human heart. Horses have a remarkable way of reaching places within us that words cannot touch. Through their quiet strength, gentle presence, and honest nature, they can restore our confidence, lift our spirits, and help us rediscover parts of ourselves we thought were lost.

For me, that horse is Sudden Snow.

It was 1996-1997 when her story began in the most unexpected way. Born on a snowy morning when no one even knew she was coming, she was a little surprise who would one day change my life in ways I never could have imagined. And as you might have guessed, that's how she got her name!

Sudden Snow came into my life during a time I was so lost and when I needed something I didn't even know I was searching for. I was 28 years old when I was blessed to be able to call her mine, a childhood dream finally came true.

Through her companionship, patience, and trust, she helped me find my footing, rebuild my confidence, and after many years together, reconnected me with my faith in Jesus Christ. She became so much more than a horse. She became my friend, my inspiration, and one of the greatest gifts of my life.

She also became my favorite photography subject and, quite possibly, my most patient teacher! She gave me the freedom to experiment, make mistakes, try new things, and simply play. Through countless photographs and quiet moments together, she helped me discover the joy of creating and the courage to grow as an artist.

In 2004, the moment I received Sudden Snow in my care, I made her a promise that she'd always have a home with me, until her last breath or mine. She's nearing her 30's and I'm well in my fifties and we're still kicking it together!

Because of her, I see horses through more than just a lens. I'm drawn to their way of communicating, quiet presence, expressive eyes, graceful movements, powerful strength, playful personalities, and the trust they share with their people. Every horse has a spirit and a story all its own, and those are the qualities I hope to preserve through my portraits.

My desire is to capture more than their beauty. I want to preserve their individuality, their spirit, and the extraordinary bond they share with the people who love them.

Because every horse has a story, and every bond is worth remembering.