Portfolio

Impactful personality profiles, readable training how-to articles, informative horse industry portraits, and more are my bread and butter. As an avid equine magazine reader, I write with someone like me in mind no matter the assignment. I write for more than a dozen magazines, producing long features on every aspect of the equine lifestyle.

Writing and providing photographs for Western equine and lifestyle publications is my specialty. Since 2010, I’ve worked to promote Western performance horses and the equine industry through full time and freelance positions. From 2010-2012, I served as assistant editor at Western Horseman, then moved into a freelance role that broaden my byline to more than a dozen publications. In 2021, I took on the role of Communications Manager for the National Reined Cow Horse Association and in that role, I managed the NRCHA’s member magazine Reined Cow Horse News. Today, I work with eight to 10 magazines annually to provide content to readers.

Take a look at the variety of articles!

NCHA Chatter: Life of a loper

Whether a gateway into the cutting industry or a way to fulfill a larger goal, a skilled loper is as valuable to a horse trainer as the horse that rider is preparing.
(posted with permission from NCHA’s Cutting Horse)

Chrome: Silver Dreams

A jewelry business that started at the kitchen table grew to become full-time creative work for Jace and Crystal McCarty of CH Designs.
(posted with permission from Chrome)

Western Horseman: Cracking the Case

A horse’s feet quite literally carry it to a championship, yet a lack of due diligence in caring for issues like quarter cracks still plagues the industry.
(posted with permission from Western Horseman)

QUARTER HORSE NEWS: STEP NO. 1

The first stone Nathan Piper lays as the foundation for his reining horse program is key to his plus-1.5-point turnaround maneuver.
(published in Quarter Horse News)

western Life TOday: Rural Raised

Perini Ranch Steakhouse was born on the Perini family ranch, but today, the brand encompases more than just beef.
(originally printed in Western Life Today - subscribe here)

western Horseman: Ranch Rebirth

The XIT Ranch seems like a long-lost legend, but under family member Drew Knowles’ vision, the historic Texas ranch is making a comeback.
(posted with permission from Western Horseman)

western Horseman: Backed by blood

A tried-and-true ranch horse is thoughtfully bred and carefully developed. That is how the King Ranch approaches raising top-notch ranch horses that are successful not only in their program but on other ranches across the United States.
(posted with permission from Western Horseman)

Reined cow horse news: The Weight of the ride

More than only Justin Wright rode on Zak 34’s back, as the stallion earned incredible scores on his way to the Open Snaffle Bit Futurity® win.
(posted with permission from NRCHA)

AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE JOURNAL: 20 MINUTES TO SUCCESS

When saddle time is short, don't skip the barn. Instead, use these three tips to create a positive, quick work session. 
(posted with permission from the Journal)

HOrse & Rider: Saddle up for a cyber coach

Is your dream trainer out of traveling distance? Consider a video coach for personalize, expert instruction to achieve your riding goals. 
(posted with permission from Horse & Rider)