Every year, Holiday Hounds is one of my favorite events on the calendar.

And it’s full of dogs who have grown up in front of my camera — the puppies who are now teenagers, the once-nervous pups who now strut in like they own the city, and the families who come year after year because it’s become their tradition.

It’s part reunion, part celebration, part joyful circus.

But this year… this year had a moment that stopped me in my tracks.

100% of the proceeds from the Horse Calendar Contest submissions, voting, and sales of the calendar will go directly to Athens Area Horse Community to aid in their dedication to sustainably stimulate the growth of the local horse community.

Looking for a way to capture your horse’s unique spirit while giving back to the local equestrian community? In this post, I’m excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at the Athens Area Horse Community 2025 calendar, featuring some of my favorite equine portraits. Every photo in this calendar helps support AAHC’s mission to sustainably grow and strengthen our local horse community.