How to take photos of your horse for the Conformation Clinic

[Horsetopia-Annie]

The better the photos you send of your horse, the better our forum members can critique him/her. If you would like to submit your horse for the Conformation Clinic, please try your best to follow these great tips from Renae:

First off, make sure your horse is groomed and clean. Put on a well fitted halter. It should be adjusted so that the cheek strap runs just under the eye and the nose band sits one finger below the bone in the face. Same with a bridle if you plan on going with one instead of the halter

Secondly, find a good spot to take the photo. Hard solid ground that is level through the entire plane of the picture is best. Remove any clutter in the background and make sure the lighting is good as well. Be sure there is nothing between the horse and the camera and no shadows across the horse.

Lastly, set your horse up...the best way to judge conformation is when all four of the horse's feet are placed directly underneath them...make sure the legs closest to the camera a directly underneath and the two legs furthest should be set just inside those one so they can be seen by the camera. Take the photo so that the horse isn't angled either towards or away from the camera. Rather a straight side shot from the middle of the horse is the best angle and doesn't hide or create flaws. And don't forget the ears...a happy horse always looks nice and pleasant!

[muttduck]

Wow, thank you, Renae, for those great tips!!

[Appy_527]

Great tips!! Thank you!!