Year 2007 Galleries

Donkey Basketball : A good time was had by all on this beautiful, sunny February 25th. A sold out crowd gathered at the Braxton county Armory which held a fund raiser for the Central WV Riding Club. A new barn will be raised with the proceeds for the horses at Holly Gray Park near Sutton. As you can see in the pictures, it was standing room only!

Donkey Basketball

A good time was had by all on this beautiful, sunny February 25th. A ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2007 9:44am PST

TDA Dressage Show : Dres'sage is the guiding of a horse through a series of complex maneuvers by slight movements of the rider's hands, legs, and weight and is the fastest growing equestrian sport in the nation. TDA is a Group Member Organization of the United States Dressage Federation. The USDF headquarters are located in Lexington, Kentucky. There are over 150 GMO's in the United States. The Tri-State Dressage Association has members located throughout West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky. We look forward to a bright future and welcome anyone who would be interested in dressage to become a part of TDA. A big applause should be granted these members showing their skills with their horses in a freak snowstorm. A job well done by all!

TDA Dressage Show

Dres'sage is the guiding of a horse through a series of complex maneuv ...

Updated: Apr 12, 2007 3:24pm PST

Cabell County Horse Club : Many years have passed since there was an Easter squall like we experienced this past Saturday/Sunday. After a week with 70 and 80 degree weather, temperatures plummeted to 20 degrees with the wind chill and blowing snow to greet members and guests. Despite these conditions, the club showed up in force!! Love for horses outweighed the fallen temps! All pics are in, within the week! If you don't find yourself in some shots it's only because I failed to capture you at your best! I promise to next time! It was fun. Cold but fun!

Cabell County Horse Club

Many years have passed since there was an Easter squall like we experi ...

Updated: Jun 01, 2007 1:40pm PST

Cattle Penning at 4T Arena : May you ride until the cows come home! LOL I return this cold April morn to the Bridgeport West Virginia area. Also I find sorting fellows perfecting their craft. All pics are in at 82!

Cattle Penning at 4T Arena

May you ride until the cows come home! LOL I return this cold April m ...

Updated: Apr 17, 2007 2:04pm PST

NWVQHA in Philippi : So, here I am in Barbour county, winter it seems, has lost it's grip! A nice weekend greets members of the NWVQHA. Nearly 100 classes within two days! May everyone stay safe this horse-show season! Please be patient while I sort these out, edit, crop, lighten, darken, etc. Thank you David and Darin for allowing me the honor of shooting your show. Also, a big hello and thanks to all those at the Horsefly Cafe'. And the judges (Jim Isley and Debbie Coverlier) for allowing me in the ring(s). And the ringmaster! You know who you are! The red lobster look will fade with time! No complaints! Pictures are formatted as 4x6's at $7 each but you can order other sizes from your shopping cart. Please note you can request names on pics (free), also if you would rather have a file (for personal use) than a pic, they are $50 each. Rolled or mounted canvas prints are available in your shopping cart; sizes from 11x14 to 30x40 As I work through these wonderful photos, I feel a sense of pride in your club! Well dressed riders on beautiful horses. No wonder you attract horse lovers from PA and beyond! My notes: I realize the task I've taken as a lone photographer is massive at this show! I work on your pics every waking moment so you can enjoy and maybe purchase those you like. I want to thank each of you for your patience! I'm over the half-way point now, should wrap these up by the 4th of May or sooner. Yours in Philippi, JD. ALL 694 pictures are in!!! Whew! Thank you all. Please email me when you like your picture order!

NWVQHA in Philippi

So, here I am in Barbour county, winter it seems, has lost it's grip! ...

Updated: May 08, 2007 7:10am PST

Beverly : Randolph County Regional Riding Club A smaller show this time and still I'm amazed at the support. The weather threatened rain again as the show got underway. Thankfully it never materialized! All pics are in at 69! Just a horse note: Street Sense wins the Kentucky Derby!

Beverly

Randolph County Regional Riding Club A smaller show this time and sti ...

Updated: May 10, 2007 8:39am PST

A Day In Danville : The 1st show of the season for the Southern West Virginia Horsemans Association. Judge Keith Becknell from Winchester Kentucky presided. It was just some weeks ago that a flood with waters as high as 8-10 feet overtook the entire showgrounds,not even sparing the homes of the horses living there! Members came back in fine style, restoring the damaged arena to its pre-flood form. Many, including the judges wife, couldn't tell there was a flood. A job well done. On with the show! Be sure to check other photos, for friends! Playing cards are now available in your shopping cart! And don't forget canvas is available, just email me (or call) for a price. Thanks. All pics are in at 182, enjoy!

A Day In Danville

The 1st show of the season for the Southern West Virginia Horsemans As ...

Updated: Oct 06, 2008 4:03pm PST

Jesse Knows Horses : a place of twi-monthly shows and located deep in the heart of horse country, Jesse WV brags of riders from Kentucky and Virginia. Judges Gary Huff from Long Branch and Joe Conn from Simon officiated. Helped along by one of the "Muddy Bottom Boys" from Pineville, Mr. Robie Castle. On intermission he showed some of his singing and dancing along with group member Acie Cline on guitar. Professional photographers shoot the big shows, skipping over the county/state shows. People and horses exist in the smaller shows and is why I travel the state of West Virginia to photograph the beautiful shows there! Sometimes the big boys don't know what they are missing! ALL PICS ARE IN AT 135! ENJOY!

Jesse Knows Horses

a place of twi-monthly shows and located deep in the heart of horse co ...

Updated: Jun 01, 2007 11:47am PST

Crow West Virginia : here in Raleigh county resides the Silver Spurs 4H Club. Judging was done by the Honorable Bob Deen (no relation to announcer Bob) from Graham, NC near Chapel Hill. Many were in attendance for the clubs first of three shows. The 4H bunch welcomes you here! Check your shopping cart for varied gifts! P.S. Where are you husbands and boyfriends? You need to be buying these lovely photos of your hard working, horse loving ladies! All PICS are IN at 247!

Crow West Virginia

here in Raleigh county resides the Silver Spurs 4H Club. Judging was d ...

Updated: Jun 04, 2007 11:56am PST

The Showdown at West Fork : ...weather permitting one of the finer shows in my area. A great bunch of people, good food, low entry fees and fun for all who come to participate and watch! Located on Hwy 16 North of Big Otter off I-79. 1st Saturday every month, May through October. Judge Dave Ross from Elkview presiding. ALL PICS ARE IN AT 287! Thanks for your patience.

The Showdown at West Fork

...weather permitting one of the finer shows in my area. A great bunch ...

Updated: Jun 09, 2007 8:20pm PST

Pioneer City Riding Club-Marietta, Ohio : A warm/hot gray day greeted the riders at this June 3rd show. Many thanks for the hospitality shown me while shooting the show. A long (fun) 12 hour day. Good to see everyone again and I hope to shoot your Sept. 23rd show. You're all looking good!

Pioneer City Riding Club-Marietta, Ohio

A warm/hot gray day greeted the riders at this June 3rd show. Many th ...

Updated: Jun 15, 2007 7:57pm PST

Holly Gray's Summer Celebration : Yes it's that time again! Central West Virginia's Riding Club celebrates it's annual Summer Celebration! Be a part of the tradition. Judge Tommy Howell from Shelbyville,TN drove 9 1/2 hours to witness our fine show. All pics are in at 246! Remember, the pics are 2 for one. If you ordered and paid for prints on-line, email me with a list of the freebies you want. If you paid for an 8x10, you get one free, etc.

Holly Gray's Summer Celebration

Yes it's that time again! Central West Virginia's Riding Club celebra ...

Updated: Jun 29, 2007 5:10pm PST

ROCKY FORK RODEO : It's back to the Kimbolton area of North Salem Ohio. This high school rodeo is growing out the seams! I think soon with it's growth rate it may become a two day show. A twelve hour day of some tough kids gaining the needed cowboy skills and knowledge to succeed in life today. Hats off to the talented men and women (boys and girls) there! Also a big thanks for the rodeo clowns, there to help keep the kids safe!

ROCKY FORK RODEO

It's back to the Kimbolton area of North Salem Ohio. This high school ...

Updated: Jul 04, 2007 8:38pm PST

HER NAME IS ELIZABETH : In Wirt county West Virginia stands a fine show ring, run by a fine club. They are called :- ) ' Horse N Around' Riding Club. Show judged by the honorable Don Ankrom from Rockport, WV. How many horse shows have you been to that had a "Z" in its name? The only show ring surrounded by "shade"! trees! :-) On a hot summer Sunday, come join the fun and cool at Elizabeth, West Virginia! P.S. There are jumping classes included!! July 22nd is their next show date! Come one, come all! From nothern counties take 77 ,Hwy 14 exit at Mineral Wells follow it south to Elizabeth. Eastern counties can jump on Hwy 5 (from I-79-Burnsville) which tees off at Hwy 14, make a right and you're there. Southerners can either take 77 exit Mineral Wells or Hwy 14 from Spencer north. We can save gas by participating at our local shows. Stay close! ALL PICS ARE IN AT 174! 15% of all sales come back to the club!! Order your pics today!

HER NAME IS ELIZABETH

In Wirt county West Virginia stands a fine show ring, run by a fine cl ...

Updated: Jul 07, 2007 6:10am PST

A Day (or two) At Daybrook : Located in northern Monongalia county and within a few miles of Pennsylvania lies the Saddle Club of Daybrook. With temps in the 90's...horses were kept cool with plentiful water and some refreshing breezes. I met some new friends at this club and so I hope not to disappoint. On with the show...! A big howdy to my special friend, Ashley Nicole Wilson! xxxooo Please excuse my tardiness as I try to finish up this show. Thank you for your patience and please check back. I have resumed, please tell the club members! Some nice keepsakes here! 15% of all sales come back to the club! Order your prints today! ALL PICS ARE IN AT 499 !!

A Day (or two) At Daybrook

Located in northern Monongalia county and within a few miles of Pennsy ...

Updated: Jul 27, 2007 7:24pm PST

WV STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Danville : A swell turn out with familiar and some new faces for 2007. Senator Ron Stollings from the 7th District stopped by, as did the southern regional representative from the Governor's office, Mr. Eddie Belcher. The judges for the Southern West Virginia Horsemans Association event was Mr. Chris Arden from Riceville, TN also Mr. Terry Stone from Scottsboro AL. Organist again this year, Mr. Shannon Perkins from Lexington, KY. A guest country singer made an appearance as well! Giving the photographer direction was Mr. Boris Shundoff from Madison, WV. Thank you! Thanks too for the help from Mr. John Mize and "the crew" of volunteers and club members making this all possible. Even with the threat of a power outage, AEP stepped up to the plate with a transformer replacement to keep the show going! THE PICTURES ARE IN AT 778! Thank you for your patience! Man it's hard being single!

WV STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Danville

A swell turn out with familiar and some new faces for 2007. Senator Ro ...

Updated: Aug 19, 2007 11:11am PST

Horse N Around (again) : You couldn't ask for a better day at a horse show! Nor a better place. For those who'd rather ride on a Sunday, make Elizabeth your planned horse show this coming August 26th. Many friends and a fun time for all! PICTURES ARE IN AT 198!

Horse N Around (again)

You couldn't ask for a better day at a horse show! Nor a better place ...

Updated: Aug 21, 2007 5:51am PST

Sweatin At The Fork : The sun was high and the dust was thick at the West Fork this August 4th! I think the horses can take it if you can! What I've seen, shooting these shows is if you stay home because of the weather, you are simply missing a whole lot of fun and friendship! Encourage your friends, with or without horses to come visit. ALL PICS ARE IN AT 116.

Sweatin At The Fork

The sun was high and the dust was thick at the West Fork this August 4 ...

Updated: Aug 21, 2007 6:41pm PST

United Performance WV State Championship : A Shriner supported horse show by the BENI KEDEM ORIENTAL BAND Another great two days of horse competition in Danville, WV All pics are in at 185!

United Performance WV State Championship

A Shriner supported horse show by the BENI KEDEM ORIENTAL BAND Anoth ...

Updated: Aug 27, 2007 4:20pm PST

Summer Celebration in Randolph County : Show starts at 9am., at the 3rd annual Randolph County Regional Riding Club in Beverly WV. Classes include: English, Western, Gaited, 4H, Minis, Speed Events and Youth. Come for this one day event to celebrate this summer season! ALL PICS ARE IN AT 227! Thank you all!

Summer Celebration in Randolph County

Show starts at 9am., at the 3rd annual Randolph County Regional Riding ...

Updated: Aug 31, 2007 7:54am PST

Elizabeth STRONG : You should have seen the crowds! Horses and trailers everywhere. Largest gate taken in club history! Even the jumping class had six strong youths to enter! A big thanks to the family that donated the jumps for this show! The story in the Parkersburg News is to take partial credit. As members of the equine world we need to let the news agencies know we are out here. I met some good folks from Parkersburg that didn't even know we were here!?! Tell your friends with or without horses, that to have a good wholesome fun time with friends and family they will want to visit on Sunday, 12 noon, September 23rd. Next to the Emergency Squad building on Hwy 14, across from the city pool in Elizabeth! A big hello to my new friend Logan! ALL PICS ARE IN! Purchase at your leisure. You know you want to! Till next time my friends!

Elizabeth STRONG

You should have seen the crowds! Horses and trailers everywhere. Lar ...

Updated: Oct 25, 2007 4:08am PST

Wild at West Fork : Talk about BLUE skies! Man, the green trees and hills leading down into the West Fork. There you'll find the show. Not everyone went to the beach this Labor Day weekend! Only one show left on the calendar this year. Come join the people who enjoy their horses! You'll be glad you did! ALL181 pics ARE IN!

Wild at West Fork

Talk about BLUE skies! Man, the green trees and hills leading down in ...

Updated: Nov 21, 2007 6:57am PST

Days at Daybrook : Yes, it's the last show of the season for this bunch of cowpokes. May they ride into the sunset knowing they showed their horses well. A tragedy happened on the way home from the show. My brakes went out on my car as I exited the interstate. Life is surely in your own hands at that moment! Circumstances saved me and your pictures. Special thanks to Rob Berry for his direction! This has set me back but please be patient as I work on your photos. I enjoyed our last show this season. May you all have the needed rest you deserve, till next year! Love you all, JD. I'm sorry the pictures were not viewable on the laptop. I have a tent for next time so you can view the pictures from the day before. The sun and laptop monitors don't work well together. Now to look at Saturday nights action...Sunday has finally arrived. My apologies for the slowness, internet difficulties at the moment....and for the kids my camera missed on some classes....stay tuned! ALL PICS ARE IN AT 419!! Whew!!

Days at Daybrook

Yes, it's the last show of the season for this bunch of cowpokes. May ...

Updated: Nov 04, 2007 7:50am PST

Belleville Homecoming : I'm only going to bore you one last time. In less than a week my brakes failed again. If this becomes a habit, someone is going to get hurt! Speaking of hurt I hope the girl that was bucked off her horse recovers to ride again! Sorry Caitlin you were hurt on the rail. The Belleville Homecoming was a huge success! Because of the above stated mechanical difficulties I missed the parade. Otherwise the horse show drew many fine riders from our region. Even George from Elizabeth was there, though he was missing a boot! Fine food and cooler temps made for a (chilly) nice day! Next year come visit this three day event with a car show, horses and other entertainment. On Hwy.68 Belleville! All 155 pics are in! NEXT!

Belleville Homecoming

I'm only going to bore you one last time. In less than a week my brak ...

Updated: Nov 07, 2007 6:27am PST

Marietta Elizabeth Combo! : It was the last show of the season for the riders at Marietta Ohio. I had equipment to deliver to Elizabeth West Virginia and so could not stay for the entire show. My apologies. This only means bigger and better pictures next season! I delivered a custom made, PVC horse jump (with adjustments from 10" to 5'(!)) to the "Horse 'N' Around riding club. New jumps were made the property of the club, so grievers couldn't take them back. This way our young ones can develop their jumping skills without fear of classes being cut. Encourage your friends to sign-up for the jumping class! Practice at intermission. It's a class enjoyed by young and old alike. All pics are in at 130! Thank you and good night!

Marietta Elizabeth Combo!

It was the last show of the season for the riders at Marietta Ohio. I ...

Updated: Oct 17, 2007 9:21am PST

The Jesse Show : The next to final showdown among the contestants this year at Jesse, WV. May everyone have a safe fall/winter season! ALL PICS ARE IN AT 95!

The Jesse Show

The next to final showdown among the contestants this year at Jesse, W ...

Updated: Oct 22, 2007 10:52am PST

Horsin Around at Halloween

CANCELLED!!! Weather :-(

Updated: Oct 19, 2007 10:38am PST

TriState Dressage In Henderson Arena : A cool but sunny day fell on this Oct. 28th. Located near Jackson Ohio; it remained cool inside Henderson's Arena. Some beautiful horses were shown by talented riders. Although there was poor lighting I try to bring the best photos from the shoot. Make a visit and support your local Dressage club in your area. You'll be glad you did! Taking a little longer than I imagined to get these all up! Please name the horse and rider under "Comments". Thank you! ALL 117 pics are in!!

TriState Dressage In Henderson Arena

A cool but sunny day fell on this Oct. 28th. Located near Jackson Ohio ...

Updated: Nov 15, 2007 6:49am PST