43: 10 Years Later: Shelley Paulson
Ten years after her first appearance on the Equine Photographers Podcast, Shelley Paulson returns to reflect on the evolution of her business, changing priorities, and the lessons that come with experience.
Ten years after her first appearance on the Equine Photographers Podcast, Shelley Paulson returns to reflect on the evolution of her business, changing priorities, and the lessons that come with experience.
What changes after ten years in business? In this second episode of the 10 Years Later series, I reconnect with Carien Schippers to reflect on a decade of growth, unexpected challenges, and an industry that looks very different than it did ten years ago. We discuss the changes she chose to make, the ones she was forced to make, how COVID reshaped her business, whether she has an exit strategy, and if she’d choose this career all over again. It’s an honest conversation about experience, perspective, and what time teaches us.
In this episode, Carol Walker of Living Images by Carol Walker returns to share how her fine art equine photography business has transformed in the past decade — from the lessons that reshaped her creative process to her approach using photography as a voice for wild horse conservation. Whether you’re an aspiring equine photographer, a fine art enthusiast, or someone interested in visual advocacy, Carol’s decade of hard-earned insights will help you refine your craft and grow your business.
In this episode, Lori McIntosh shares how a childhood surrounded by photography and horses became the foundation for her equine photography journey — from early studio experiences to endurance riding and professional work today. Whether you’re building your own equine business or exploring your creative roots, Lori’s story shows how passion and persistence shape a meaningful caree
In this episode, Pam Gabriel shares how a lifelong love of horses turned into a path of wrangling, teaching, and building an equine photography practice rooted in creativity, connection, and community.