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FINE ART SESSIONprep guide

welcome!I am so excited to have this opportunityto turn your beautiful horse into aneverlasting work of art for you and yourfamily to enjoy for generations!

THE SET-UPLOCATIONBlack Background Sessions are typicallyperformed in a barn aisle or indoor arena. Ifperforming in an aisle, please make sure theaisle is swept and cleared near the entriance asmuch as possible. If we are shooting a whitebackground session, then I will usually shootthose outdoors in a shaded spot near the barn.

During the shoot, I will need thehelp of at least 1 person, although 2people are ideal! One person will beholding the lead rope and assistwith positioning (typically this is theowner) and another assistant tohelp with getting ears forward. Sometimes I will bring an assistantwith me if one is available. We candiscuss this in our pre-shoot consult.SHOOTINGTHE SESSION

POST PRODUCTIONAfter your shoot is completed, I will export, upload andbackup all the photos taken. These images selectedrequire extensive editing work so delivery is around 3-4weeks, unless otherwise noted at your session.

PREP

PREPPING YOUR HORSEBathingMake sure to brush thoroughly!Check all the little areas where dirt can gettrapped and hideIf you choose to clip your horse, be sure to do soabout 10-14 days before the session if you wanttheir true coat color to be present DetailsFinishing TouchesGroomingPlease make sure your horse has plenty of timeto dry before the session.Green spot remover and/or whitening shampoois highly recommended if needed. Be sure to give your horses mane + tail extra TLCso they are looking their finest!Braiding will always elevate your images if youchoose to do so!Trim any muzzle hairs if you don't want them inyour photos.Clean, polished feet will complete the overalllook. Make sure they have a time to dry. Tidy up around your horse's eyes + nose. It's agood idea to keep a polishing cloth on hand forslobber touch-ups!Spray with show sheen and wipe down with aclean cloth.

TACK OPTIONSYou have the option of having your horse wear a bridle, a halteror they can be "bare". I use a thin rope halter that I will edit out ifyou decide to go with the bare look.BRIDLE HALTER BAREIf using an English bridle, please remove the reins for the session. If using a double bridle, Western bridle, or headstall - please leave the reinsattached.Please make sure that all tack being used for the session is gunk-free,cleaned and conditioned before your session.When performing your session, we will attach a lead rope to the bit that willbe edited out in post-production.

AFTER YOUR SESSIONApproximately 3-4 weeks following your session, your digital imageswill be delivered via email in a private online gallery. Your gallery willhave a print shop attached to help you visualize your images in the finalproducts of your choosing. I offer a small variety of premier, heirloomprint products from my private lab for the ultimate finishing touchfrom your session. I can also custom order anything that may not appearin the print shop or if you have a specific item in mind.your private image gallerygallery print shop inside your gallery

HANDHELD ARTthe walnut folio boxthe signature albumA beautiful and modern way to showcase all of your fine art prints. The perfect piece to complement yourcoffee table and you can rotate your images for a new look! Comes with an add-on custom wooden USB thatnestles beautifully in a cut out in the bottom of the box.The traditional heirloom. Available in a variety of leather, linen and velvet options with nice thick pages.

WALL ARTstatement wall artWall art pieces are available in a curated variety of mediums: acrylic, metal, canvas and custom framed archivalprints. I can assist you in selecting the best size and finish for your space!

I will bring a few samples to your session so you can seeand touch them in person!

FAQ's

What if the weather is bad?Depending on the forecast, I will be in touch with you if therelooks to be severe or questionable weather (heavy rain, extremetemps, storms) What if my horse is naughty?I always recommend your horse be worked or longed the day ofyour shoot. A tired horse is a (more) cooperative horse! If yoursession falls around feeding time, I would suggest feeding thema light snack. I would also suggest having a friend or familymember join the shoot to help out.Does my horse have to be clean?YES! Believe it or not, I have been asked this question before.Remember your session is an investment and you want yourhorse looking their finest! I recommend your horse be show-prepped clean. Bathed, dry, show sheen and hoof polish. Nogreen stains, mud crusts or spots. Braids will always elevate thelook. If you want to clip your horse, I would suggest clipping attwo weeks before your session if you want their true coat colorto be visible. Can you photoshop this?I do include light retouching in my regular editing work. Lightretouching would include: blemishes, small marks or scars,small hair patches, etc. If an image requires furtherreconstructive work (ex: thinning, smoothing, mouth or earreplacements) then they will incur an additional fee dependingon the nature of the request. Please let me know if you would like me to leave in or take outparticular scars or marks on your horse. Some people like themomitted, some people like me to leave them because it's part ofwho their horse is.

see you soon!other questions? 312.618.6797leah@leahlewis.com