Family Photo Session with Horse in Rochester, NY

This recent family photo session with their horses in Rochester, NY was one of my absolute favorites. There’s something so special about combining the warmth of family connection with the calm, grounding presence of animals — especially when that animal is a beloved horse!

We met just before golden hour on a quiet piece of country property outside the city. The lighting was soft, the air was crisp, and the family’s horse, Willow, was the perfect four-legged model. The kids were full of energy and curiosity, and it was beautiful to capture them interacting so naturally with both their parents and the horse they adore.

One of my favorite parts of this session was seeing the genuine emotion — little hands brushing a soft muzzle, laughter while walking side by side down the dirt path, and the occasional nuzzle from the horses that made everyone giggle. These unscripted, heartfelt moments are what I live to photograph.

We finished the session in a nearby field as the sun dipped low, giving us that perfect golden glow. The mix of barn wood, wildflowers, and wide open space made the whole gallery feel like a little slice of rustic life in upstate New York.

If you’re dreaming of a family photo session with a horse in Rochester NY, I’d love to help you plan something meaningful and relaxed. Sessions with animals are always full of surprises, but they also create the most beautiful, lasting memories.

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