Cowgirls with Cameras

In this episode of Cowgirls with Cameras, we’re talking about the equine photo shoots that still stress us out a little when we think about them. We get into a memory card failure at a horse show, a software update that took down an entire system before a client job was backed up, and why it takes a while to trust your gear again after something like that.
We also talk about what goes into rescheduling a horse photo shoot. Sometimes the rain has stopped and you still can’t get a trailer onto the property. Sometimes you can work with an overcast sky, but the wind is a whole other story. We share how we keep clients in the loop when they’re trying to decide whether to haul in, what changes when an editor is waiting for images, and how a few rainouts can leave you photographing a month’s worth of sessions in one weekend.
And then there’s the horse. We share what happened when an owner was getting frustrated because her horse wouldn’t stand still. A few minutes back in his stall and a chance to pee solved the whole thing. We talk about reading horse body language, giving the handler room to do their job, and knowing when to put the camera down because the horse has had enough.

If AI can shorten out editing day, we’re listening. If it thinks it knows which horse image tells the best story, we have questions.
In this episode of Cowgirls with Cameras, we’re exploring how AI can help you sort images, speed up retouching, and organize your photo collection while keeping you in control of the creative decisions.
From AI culling to editing tools for equestrian tan lines and graduation gowns that have never met a steamer, we discuss where technology can save time and reduce outsourcing. We also explore AI keywording and why knowing your subject still matters. Recognizing a horse doesn’t mean AI knows the breed, much less the best moment of stride.
Join us for an honest conversation about what’s worth handing over to AI and where your judgment makes the difference.

In this episode of Cowgirls with Cameras, we’re talking about gear and gadgets we love, from little tools that get you experimenting to bigger upgrades that change how you work.
We explore creative extras like portable fog machines and lights that project patterns, along with accessories that make working in the field a little easier. We also tackle what photographers should consider when shopping for an editing computer, including the laptop-versus-desktop debate, Mac versus PC, and why a bigger monitor isn’t necessarily a better one.
And we’re sharing why moving from DSLR to mirrorless has made such a difference in our equine photography, from tracking moving horses to switching between stills and video during client sessions.
Whether you’re weighing a major purchase or looking for something fun to shake up your next shoot, come hear what we’re using, what we’re loving, and what’s on the wish list. Consider this fair warning for your camera budget.

You’re making good photographs. Your clients are happy. So why are you bored with your own work?
In this episode of Cowgirls with Cameras, we’re talking about what happens when the reliable routines that help you get the job done start leaving you creatively stuck. We share ways to interrupt that cycle, including changing how you photograph a familiar scene and giving yourself one specific challenge that gets you thinking beyond your usual shots.
We also explore why trying to make every photograph “good” can keep you from making anything different, and how play and a little rule-breaking can make photography enjoyable again. Sometimes inspiration catches up once you get moving. Other times, you don’t need to push harder. You need a nap.
If you’ve been waiting to feel excited about picking up your camera again, this conversation offers a place to start. And permission to question whether the work you’ve always done is still the work you want to do.

Most photographers hear the word workflow and think importing, culling, editing, and delivering images. But a good photography workflow is much bigger than that.
In this episode of Cowgirls with Cameras, we’re talking about building a photography business that actually supports the life you want to live. That means getting clear on your priorities, deciding what deserves your time, and creating systems and boundaries that make your business sustainable.
We talk about the difference between being busy and being productive, making room for rest and creative work, setting limits on how much you take on, and giving yourself permission to say no to opportunities that don’t fit your goals. We also look at how clear communication, realistic turnaround times, buffer days, client expectations, and defined business hours can help you provide excellent service without being available 24/7.
Because not every opportunity needs to be accepted. Not everything you love needs to become part of your business. And success doesn’t have to look the same for every photographer.
Your workflow should help you make a living, serve your clients well, and still leave room for your family, your horses, your creativity, your health, and the parts of life that matter most to you.