Horse Photography Stories and Guides
This is my horse photography blog — notes from behind the camera on what happens during an equine shoot, how these portraits are made, and the horses and people I meet along the way. Written from the Eastern Cape, and from wherever the road takes me across South Africa.
If you are here to book rather than to read, you can look through horse photography sessions, spend some time in the horse gallery, or see current horse photography prices.
What you will find on this horse photography blog
The writing here falls into three groups, and you are welcome to start wherever suits you.
Before your session
Practical pieces for anyone who has booked, or is still deciding. What actually happens on the day, how a session is planned around light and weather, and what the photographs cost. Begin with what to expect from an equestrian photoshoot, or the 2026 prices guide.
How the photographs are made
The craft posts. Black background portraits, fine-art equine work, the behaviour of light late in the day, and the patience behind a good horse portrait. This part of the horse photography blog is for the curious, and for photographers finding their own way.
The horses and the road
Personal writing. Trips across the country, breeds I love, gratitude, and the occasional hard week. Photography is not only technique, and this is where I say so.
New writing appears here as the year goes on. If you would like more equestrian reading beyond this horse photography blog, HQ Magazine covers the wider South African scene well.
Photoshoot Prices in the Eastern Cape, 2026: Family and Couple Sessions
If you are comparing photoshoot prices in the Eastern Cape in 2026, the first thing to check is what the fee includes. Session length, number of finished photographs, editing, travel and delivery can differ from one photographer to another. I am Adri Krige, based in...
What to Wear for Beach Family Photos
If you are wondering what to wear for beach family photos, start with comfort. You should be able to sit on the sand, walk beside the water and pick up a child without worrying about your clothes. When everyone feels at ease, the photographs usually feel more like...
Things to Do in Jeffreys Bay With the Family
Looking for things to do in Jeffreys Bay with the family? You do not need to fill every hour. A beach morning, somewhere to explore when the wind picks up and time to enjoy being together can make a better day than a packed itinerary. Here are a few ideas that work...
Best Photo Spots in St Francis Bay and Cape St Francis
If you are looking for the best photo spots in St Francis Bay, you have plenty of choice within a short drive. The setting changes from calm canals and open beaches to the rocks and fynbos around Cape St Francis. The best spot depends on the people you are...
Horse Photography Prices South Africa | 2026 Guide
How Much Does Professional Horse Photography Cost in South Africa? Professional horse photography in South Africa can vary considerably depending on the photographer’s experience, location, session length, number of finished images and amount of editing required. At...
Fine-Art and Black Background Horse Portraits: A Guide for Horse Owners
Fine-art horse photography is the work I love most. It is slower and quieter than other kinds of equine photography, and it is made to hang on a wall and be lived with for years. This guide explains what fine-art equine portraits are, why I love a black background,...
Horse and Rider Photoshoot: What to Expect and How to Prepare
A horse and rider photoshoot is a quiet celebration of something you have built slowly: trust, time together and a partnership that nobody else quite sees the way you do. If you are thinking about booking one, or searching for a horse photographer near you, this guide...
Why I Love Being a Professional Horse Photographer — By Adri Krige
Being a professional horse photographer is more than a career — for me, Adri Krige, it’s a calling and a lifelong passion. Every time I step behind the lens, I feel honored to capture the unique spirit, strength, and beauty of horses. From powerful gallops to quiet,...
Equine Photography Techniques: A Practical Guide to Photographing Horses
Horses are one of the most rewarding subjects a photographer can choose, and one of the most humbling. They move, they get bored, they have opinions, and they notice everything you do. This guide brings together what I have learnt photographing horses across South...
A Journey of Gratitude: My Gauteng Trip as an Equestrian Photographer
A Journey of Gratitude: My Gauteng Trip as an Equestrian Photographer Recently, I set off on a work trip to Gauteng — and as always, it came at just the right time.There’s something about life on the road that feeds my soul. When it’s just me, the open road, and my...
Horses. Just Horses.
There’s a question I get asked all the time:“Which horse breed is your favourite to photograph?” People ask about my favourite horse breed to photograph more often than anything else. And my answer is always simple:Horse. It might sound too simple, but for me, it’s...
The Rumble of the Rubble
This past week was one of those weeks. The kind where everything seems to come crashing down at once, and all the confidence you’ve built starts slipping through your fingers. Over the past few months, I’ve honestly been proud of myself. Life, as always, had its ups...