Here is a recap from the Western Content Retreat, held in eastern Washington (Moses Lake, Ancient Lakes, and Soap Lake) and hosted by Jeni Jo Photography & myself. Some statistics of our 3-day event - 10 human models, 14 horse models, 1 cow model, and 20 outfits over the course of 4 shoots/locations. We had an incredible weekend capturing a ton of western content featuring gorgeous models, and beautiful horses with 7 other photographers from all over the country. I can't even pick a favorite location/shoot from this weekend - some of my favorite images were my silhouettes of course because if you know me, you know I have a soft spot for silhouettes.


We loved being able to include a few special brands contributed clothing and accessories throughout the weekend and owe them a huge thank you - Haala Denim, Pro Hats, Stackhouse Silver, The White Buffalo, American Bonfire Co., and Mercy Grey Design, and Horse Guard for donating horse treats for the gift bags!


A huge thank you to Zach, Jesyka, Katy, Anika, Naomi, Maggie, Jessica, Alexis, Soli, Stacey, Kaytee, Samuel, Chloe, Elise, and Eric (who also took a ton of behind-the-scenes for us and impromptu modeled for us!). Leah and Jeni's mom took so much time out of their busy lives to help with a ton of behind-the-scenes stuff as well!

Silhouettes of two people with horses against a vibrant orange sunset sky.
Two cowboy silhouettes with horse against dramatic orange sunset.
Three cowboy silhouettes and two horses stand against a fiery orange sunset sky.
Lone cowboy silhouette stands on hill against golden sunset sky.
Silhouette of person in cowboy hat against dramatic red sunset sky.
Silhouette of a person and horse against a dramatic orange sunset sky.
Person in western attire stands beside palomino horse against bright blue sky.
A horse and figure in Western attire walk together across sand dunes under a bright blue sky.
A brown horse stands beside someone in a cowboy hat and red pleated skirt in desert terrain at sunset.
A close-up shot of a brown horse with its rider in Western wear during golden hour.
A figure in a red pleated skirt and Western graphic tee walks with their horse across desert sand.
A horse follows closely behind someone wearing Western attire and a flowing red skirt at sunset.
Detail shot of hands holding decorative reins against a red pleated skirt and horse's side.
A horse and rider silhouetted against a desert sunset with a dramatic lens flare.
A Western-styled portrait against a sunset sky featuring boots, hat and flowing red skirt.
Close up portrait of a palomino horse with white mane against a black background.
Abstract close up of a horse's flowing white mane against a dark background.
Detailed close up of a palomino horse's eye and facial features against black background.
Side view of a palomino horse with flowing white mane against dark background.
Close-up view of a palomino horse's muscular hindquarters against a black background.
Artistic detail shot of a horse's back with two small decorative pins.
Hand placing a decorative Native American-style ornament on a horse's mane.
Palomino horse with flowing white mane wearing a colorful Native American-style decoration.
Close-up of a palomino horse wearing an elegant black bridle with crystal browband.
Dark horse wearing traditional leather Western tack against black background.
Profile view of a dark horse with white markings looking down.
Two dark horses with Western saddles and bridles standing together.
Profile of a white horse with soft gray mane against dark background.
Elegant white horse with long flowing gray mane on dark background.
Close-up shot of a white horse's muscular body in motion with windblown mane against a rural background.
Romantic western couple embracing by a saddle at sunset near a desert lake.
Couple standing with their horses in tall golden grass during sunset.
Western-styled riders on horseback against a desert mountain backdrop.
Couple riding horses together through a scenic outdoor setting.
Three saddled horses standing in tall golden grass during sunset.
Romantic western scene framed through horse silhouette in golden field.
Cowgirl boots and blue jeans kneel in golden grasses next to saddled black horse at sunset.
Cowgirl in white hat poses with horse during golden hour photoshoot in rustic field.
Cowgirl in white hat and denim kneels beside dark horse in golden sunlit field.
Western style portrait with dark horse and bright red cowboy hat in desert setting.
Dark horse and red-clad figure walk through dry grass with desert cliffs in background.
Red cowboy hat and jacket outfit paired with black shorts against dark horse backdrop.
Western fashion portrait with bright red cowboy hat and jacket against dark horse.
Close-up of Highland cow with shaggy reddish-brown fur in golden sunlight.
Portrait of Highland cattle with long horns and reddish fur in natural setting.
Walking dark horse on street with vintage street lamp in background.
Tender moment with dark horse during western style photoshoot.
A woman in a white dress and cardigan poses elegantly next to a dark brown horse on a sunlit street.
A majestic dark horse stands with its owner wearing a flowing white dress and belt on a paved road.
A brown and white horse stands beside someone wearing a black top and patterned pants in warm sunlight.
A close-up portrait with a horse's mane in the foreground during golden hour.
Close-up detail of floral patterned pants and a decorative belt next to a horse's reins.
A white horse mane being gently held against a warm sunset background.
A horse waits patiently outside a theater while its companion sits on a stone bench.
Walking together along a theater marquee sidewalk with a dark horse on a sunny day.
A black and white photo of a horse and companion walking past a theater marquee.
A sunset portrait with a black horse's mane framing the shot in golden light.
A horse and vintage red pickup truck on a sunny small town street.
A horse stands beside a classic red Chevrolet truck on a vintage-style street.
A brown horse is being ridden down the middle of a small town street.