Chestnut horse with braided mane on black background.

Equine Portraiture & Fine Art

Showcasing the unparalleled beauty of horses

Maria Celaya Photography offers a unique and artistic approach to Equine Portraiture and equestrian photography that celebrates the majestic beauty of horses. Understanding the deep bond between horses and their owners, Maria provides a personalized and gentle photography experience, ensuring that both the horse and owner are comfortable and stress-free throughout the session. By beginning the photoshoot in the familiar settings of the barn aisles or a covered barn, she creates an environment where horses feel at ease, allowing their natural grace and personality to shine through in every shot.

Specializing in stunning black background portraits, Maria utilizes natural light to enhance the luminous quality of the photographs, capturing the sleek, powerful lines and soft, soulful eyes of each horse. This technique not only highlights the athletic physique of the equine but also adds a dramatic and professional quality to the images. The setup is straightforward and non-invasive, ensuring no discomfort to the horses, with digital editing used to perfect the final look of the portraits.

For those who may have concerns about the suitability of their location for such photography, Maria encourages reaching out via email to discuss options. She is dedicated to accommodating the needs of her clients and their equine partners, making every effort to capture the unique essence of each horse in her photography. Maria Celaya Photography not only provides a service but also an unforgettable experience that results in beautiful, timeless portraits that owners will treasure forever.

Brown horse with a white face marking on a black background.

THE HEADSHOT SESSION

Chestnut horse with white facial marking on black background

$650

The complete fine art session that captures the finer details of your horse. This session includes full-body images, multiple headshots, and intimate details.

10-15 fully edited digital images

Multiple Tack Change

Online Gallery ( Digital Download Only)

Print rights, share on social media and advertise for personal use.

Gray horse with braided mane and bridle on white background.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHEN IS THE BEST
TIME TO BOOK?

The best time is when their coat is at their best. shimmering, short and slick, healthy is much better than a fluffy winter coat.

Add on $175

Take a more artistic modern approach for detailed art pieces in your home or barn. Maria Celaya Photography now offers white background sessions! A barn aisle is not always required.

MY HORSE HAS A SCRATCH ON ITS FACE. CAN YOU FIX IT?

Yes! Minor blemishes are part of the editing process. I do recommend bringing a towel and wipes during the session to wipe boogers or drool off. 

$400

This session includes multiple headshots of your horse. Also Perfect for sale horses!

5 fully edited digital images 

Multiple Tack Changes

Online Gallery

Print rights, share on social media and advertise for personal use.

A $100 nonrefundable retainer is due at the time of booking.

THE ART SESSION

Palomino horse with long mane against black background

WHITE BACKGROUND

DO YOU OFFER BARN DISCOUNTS?

I sure do! More than 3 horses a the same barn receive a 15% discount! BARN DAY!!

Equine Portraiture-Maria Celaya | Equestrian Photographer

CAN MY HORSES BE PHOTOGRAPHED TOGERTHER?

For many reasons multiple horses can not be photographed together unless its a mare and foal. I can combine all of them together in photoshop!

WHEN CAN I EXPECT MY PHOTOS?

Photos will be delivered 2-3 weeks after your shoot. If you need the photos sooner, a rush fee of $250 will guarantee you delivery in 48 hours