Equine lifestyle
My photography work brought me to St Lucia early this year and I used the opportunity to tap into the local equine world. To my delight, I found a place of great beauty and authenticity: the Atlantic Shores Riding Stables. A few elements distinguish this horseback riding operation from others: its breathtaking, off-the-beaten-path location, the […]
A splendid wedding at the Lazy L&B Ranch in Dubois, WY
I have experienced quite a bit of serendipity since horses came into my life. They have brought me to amazing places around the globe and have introduced me to some formidable people. I have photographed weddings for years and have enjoyed creative adventures with horses all over the world. These avenues came together and I […]
I have known Jessica Fobert of ‘Free Rein Horsemanship’ for almost three years and have had the privilege to come close to her work a couple of times. I am sure there are many horse lovers out there who feel the same way: she truly is amazing at her approach to horsemanship. She has an […]
Horses are here to support our journey and assist us with moving towards a higher understanding and appreciation of life. For the most part loved and well cared for, horses still endure a cruel fate sometimes. They can end up abandoned, sent into merciless auctions and sold to meat buyers. While we may not be […]
This week (April 2-9) has not been like any other week. Many of us have felt its special energy, particularly around the New Moon on April 7th. Which came with blessings and gifts for all of us. Spring is also a time for revival, for realigning ourselves with our paths, new beginnings are in the […]
A few weeks ago I was contacted by Lindsay who wanted to offer her mother, Julie, a photo shoot as a gift for Mother’s Day. They both board their pleasure horses at the picturesque Peace Valley Ranch. Lindsay spoke about their Friesian and Paint horses with great enthusiasm and I could feel her loving energy […]
A couple of months ago I started playing with the idea of getting a puppy. I did not know much about breeds, so I researched a few, with a preference for small, non shedding dogs. I stumbled upon the Havanese: a fluffy, extremely cute and friendly breed originating from Havana, Cuba and known to entertain […]
Horses are my special place. My fascination with them is endless. As a photographer, I love using my lens to capture something that goes beyond words: a second when our souls meet and connect; their ineffable, pure nature; their intriguing blend of strength and vulnerability; their generous spirit. I admire their dedication to our kind, […]
Art Show in the Barn/ Fundraiser on June 28 at ‘First Harvest Farm’, Millbrook
Join us for equine art, music, fabulous food and help the horses! Portion of the art sales will be donated to the Freedom Valley Rescue Farm in Omemee. For details and directions, pls visit www.horsediscovery.com
Australian horseman Guy McLean: behind the scenes at the Royal Winter Fair
I learned about Guy McLean’s visit to Toronto during the Royal Winter Fair and I just knew I had to meet this incredible man. Having known about his work previously, I felt there was such a tremendous message behind it, inspiring me to write a story and share it with the world. Guy McLean and […]
While visiting the charming colonial town of San Miguel de Allende in Central Mexico, I traveled to the spectacular high planes and discovered an absolute gem: Rancho Xotolar, a place where authenticity and family tradition prevail. The younger family members warm up before starting their work day The Morin Ruiz family: four generations ranchers Back […]
Many thanks to Noelle and Bill for featuring my story.
I can only think of Romanian heritage with a profound sense of pride. I travel the world but return to my home country whenever I can. There is so much beauty there and I feel compelled to reveal it to the world the best way I can, through imagery and words. Elegant and proud, the […]
Over the past few years I have traveled extensively to find horses and their people in some of the most interesting locations of this world. I have been to Mexico before and absolutely loved it, but at the time I have experienced it in a completely different way. Never had I thought that my passion […]
While exploring the area around Jackson, Wyoming and exhibiting my equine art at the Western Design Conference in town, I had the privilege to live in a place that is hard to even begin describing: the Gros Ventre River Ranch. Remotely located in the Teton National Forrest, with the Gros Ventre River running right through its […]
Overlooked by a gorgeous 200 years old mansion, Braco Estates used to be part of a large sugar plantation back in the 18th century. The owners switched to cattle breeding and at one time over 1,000 heads were raised on the property. The business slowed down eventually and decision was made to start a horseback […]
I was born and grew up in Romania. I often travel back to visit my family and friends. Last December was a bit different. I went home with the intention of finding and photographing some horses roaming free in the Southern Romanian forests. I was detoured. Prior to my arrival, my dear mother watched a […]
Manuela Stefan presents: “The Old West, a travel and equine photography workshop”, October 6-12, 2013. Location: The Apache Spirit Ranch, Arizona.
Opportunities present themselves to us when we are ready to embrace them and make the most out of them. Sometimes it all begins with an intention we simply throw out there without necessarily knowing how to go about materializing it. And so we continue on with our lives. Miraculously, at some point in time, what […]
While at the Sunnydale Stables in North Bay, I had the pleasure to spend some fun time with a lovely girl, Brianne, and the Gypsy Vanner horse she rides. His name is Apollo and he has one blue eye. I followed the two around in the pasture and in a little forest. I was really […]
The craft of farriery seems to go all the way back to the Celts who were protecting the feet of their horses with nailed-on shoes. Although their jobs have changed over the years, one thing remains the same: farriers are an irreplaceable part of the domestic life of the horse. A few days ago I […]
One quiet evening in the fall of last year I was browsing the Internet looking for places where wild Mustangs ran free. Out of the blue and for no apparent reason I felt like typing the word Montana in. And that’s when it happened: the Montana Horses website came up and with it, some exhilarating […]
My recent trip to Arizona would have not been the same without an absolutely dreamy encounter with some local horses. While in Scottsdale I discovered a ranch with quite unique architecture, displaying intricate elements of Arabic inspiration. Quite impressive! They allow visitors so spending time admiring the horses they keep there was effortless.I still recall […]