How can you prepare yourself and your horse for your horse and rider session?

In this blog post you will find a few tips and tricks to help your session day run as smoothly as possible. First things first do not freak out! We will discuss outfits, make-up, hair and tack. We will talk about what colors will look the best with your horse. Do not stress about that we've got you! We will discuss a ton of important information during our pre - session consultation. Here are several other things that are included in the pre consultation; contract terms and conditions, would you prefer prints or digitals, or both?! We will go over it all, I promise!


What to expect with the TKP session consultations?

  • Pre - session consultation this is where we discuss all of the important stuff like the contracts, and invoices. We will also discuss your schedule for the day of the session to ensure we have everything running as smoothly as possible.
  • Day of session meet-up - We will meet up 30 minutes to an hour before your shoot to make sure every little detail is perfect. We will give you and your horse a once over to ensure you are both absolutely perfect for the shoot.
  • Post - session consultation - This is where we decide if we want to purchase more digitals, and maybe order some custom prints. We will also discuss your overall session experience.


PREPARING YOURSELF FOR A HORSE AND RIDER SESSION


  • Give yourself and your horse plenty of time to get ready, a few hours at the least and a day or so at the most. If you are rushing then you will be stressed and you could possibly forget something, or simply put yourself into a bad headspace before our session begins. We want you 100% happy and confident!
  • Outfits! You should have a couple if not a few outfits ready to be worn. Just in case you get there, and you ruin an outfit, or you end up not 100% happy with your outfit choice. We want you to be able to change into something that will build your confidence and just make you feel more comfortable.
  • If you plan on having your hair and makeup done for your session, be sure you set those appointments times several hours before your scheduled session time. You want to ensure you have plenty of time for you to get dressed and make sure your horse is clean and picture ready.
  • It's smart to have a friend, family member or barn staff on standby to help you get yourself and your horse ready for your session.
  • Be sure to have all of your accessories like jewelry, hats and belts laid out, ready to go the day of your session.

PREPARING YOUR HORSE FOR A HORSE AND RIDER SESSION


  • A good rule of thumb is to always be show ready on pony picture days! This means bathe them very well, make sure they have plenty of time to fully dry. Shine their hooves, brush them very well, apply some show shien, and braid or don't (that's a personal preference). Clean your tack, and your boots and anything that will be in the images.
  • Work your horse very well before your session, this ensures they will be calm and relaxed and most importantly stress free. Make sure you have enough time to ride, bathe, brush, shine and prep your horse. I know it's a lot but trust me, the end result will be worth it!
  • For horses with any white spot, or socks use baby powder to make them pop.
  • For stubborn loose dirt or hay, or even just dust use a used dryer sheet! Works wonders.
  • If your horse will be missing breakfast or dinner be sure to feed them before your session, so they are full and happy and not worried about grain being poured in the distance.
  • If it's hot and the bugs are out load them up with fly spray. Maybe even spritz yourself with some, to avoid any mild, anger filled outburst.
  • Clipping, if you want to clip your horse whether it be just a quick bridle path, muzzle touch up or a full body clip. Be sure to handle that about a week before your session.