September 30, 2010

You Capture - Togetherness

The photo theme this week at You Capture is "togetherness," which is just perfect because it goes along with a shoot I just edited this week.  Meet my youngest sister, Nicki, and the horse she leased this summer, Captain.  Nicki began riding when she was just 6 years old.  Becoming an equestrian has truly transformed Nicki from a shy young girl into a confident young woman.  I still cannot believe she is 20! 

Together with a horse, Nicki can accomplish some amazing things.  Her style of riding is English, and she enjoys jumping and cross country trials.  I cannot count how many ribbons she has earned.  Every time I see her ride, she impresses me with new things she has learned and can get her horse to do.   Her self-confidence has skyrocketed from when she was little, and I believe her dedication to riding horses did the most to encourage that.  I am so very proud of her!

Here is Nicki at age 6 and at age 20.  My how the time has flown...




To see more images from this session, click HERE.

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6 comments:

  1. That's cute! I really like the b&w shot!

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  2. She's grown up to be a beautiful young lady!

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  3. She really has become a beautiful young lady and I love her portrait...and the flashback.

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  4. Beautiful photos! How neat to have the comparison.
    Sheri

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  5. What a beautiful picture. The bond of horse and ready is a great subject for togetherness.

    Teresa

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