HM Photography

06/08/2026

Hey friends,

Following yesterday's horse show, I had a bit of a kitchen mishap that once again proved I won't be appearing on Top Chef anytime soon. 😅

Unfortunately, I managed to severely burn my palm and three fingers, and while I'm doing okay, it is incredibly painful and has made even simple things (like typing and editing) a lot more challenging than usual.

Because of that, I will be temporarily pausing the booking of new clients for the next few weeks while I heal. If you're already booked with me, don't worry, you're still good to go!

For those waiting on galleries from recent events, I'm kindly asking for a little extra patience when it comes to editing and delivery times. As many of you know, photography is my passion, but I also work a full-time job, and editing never happens overnight. It definitely won't be happening overnight now with one hand operating at partial capacity.

Thankfully, we're living in the age of technology, and I've been relying heavily on the magic of talk-to-text to answer emails, messages, and inquiries. If my responses seem a little unusual, you can probably blame my phone for translating my rambling into something creative.

Thank you all for your patience, understanding, and support while I heal. I appreciate every one of you and can't wait to get back to doing what I love, preferably without setting myself on fire in the process.

– Mandie
HM Photography

06/08/2026

First Turn N Burn Speed Show Series, Kingsville, Ontario gallery is live!

https://hmphotography73.pixieset.com/turnnburnmay30and31/

06/05/2026

We’re hiring in September!

We’re looking for someone to join our team in a combined role that includes some teaching and barn work (feeding, turnout, blanketing, and general daily horse care, no mucking out required).

We run a busy, well established kids’ lesson program focused on safe, quality horsemanship for beginner to intermediate riders. We’re also eventing focused and regularly attend jumper and dressage shows.

This is a full time position with a set weekly schedule, including some evenings and weekends. The role can be flexible and has the potential to evolve into mostly teaching over time. Horse experience is important, and teaching experience is a bonus, but we’re happy to find the right fit. There may be an opportunity to bring your own horse.

We offer a supportive team environment, competitive pay based on experience, consistent hours, and paid vacation.

We are located in Windsor, ON. Check out our website at www.windsorequestriancentre.org

To apply or for more information, please email Lindsay at [email protected]

06/01/2026

Jumper rounds have been added!
Hope to see all my jumper friends there!!

https://forms.gle/VepWuhubGabJA2Lm7

🎉🐴 COMMUNITY FEEDBACK HEARD — JUMPER ROUNDS ARE COMING TO THE SOTC ENGLISH SERIES! 🐴🎉

We’ve been listening to the local English riding community, and one message came through loud and clear:

✨ You want jumpers! ✨

As part of our commitment to building a welcoming, inclusive, and community-driven English series, we are excited to announce that **Jumper Rounds have been added to our June 7th show schedule!**

🏇 umper Format:
• Timed Speed Course
• Table C Scoring
• 4 seconds added for each fault

Our goal with this series has always been to create local opportunities for riders to get in the ring, gain experience, have fun, and enjoy a positive show environment. Adding jumper classes is one more way we can make this series accessible to more riders and horses in our community.

📅 SOTC English Series Show #1
📍 Southern Ontario Trail Riders Club Grounds
🗓️ June 7, 2026

📣 Registration Deadline Extended!
Entries will now be accepted until **11:59 p.m. on June 3rd.**

🔗 Register here:
https://forms.gle/bfPr3vrjhKF7imFh6

⚠️ Already submitted your hunter entry but want to add or switch classes?
No problem! Please reach out to us and we'll be happy to update your registration.

📋 Important Reminder for Competitors:
All riders will be required to complete a liability waiver on the day of the show and provide proof of valid equine sport insurance during check-in.

Whether you're a hunter rider, a jumper rider, or both, we can't wait to welcome you to the first show of our brand-new English Series.

See you June 7! 💚🐴

05/28/2026

A great little sidekick for a young rider!!

05/22/2026

See everyone Saturday and Sunday! (Blame Soccer for my Friday schedules)

Our first show is officially a week away!

Please take a minute to read the following information if you plan on attending the May 29th, 30th, and 31st show.

For the weekend we will be having Sunset Flavours as our food truck for Saturday and Sunday. There will be no food truck for our Friday Night Jackpot, however town is less than 10 minutes away with plenty of options.

We are lucky to have HM Photography as our photographer for the weekend!

Since this is our first show, membership or non-member forms MUST be filled out before competing on the grounds. If you plan on competing Friday Night, plan on filling out a membership or non-member form in addition to signing up. Proof of insurance is MANDATORY. We must be provided with a printed copy OR sent a digital copy to our Facebook Messenger before you may ride on the grounds.

Riders cannot begin accumulating points until their membership is paid, filled out, and accompanied by their proof of insurance. Riders can not qualify for year-end awards without being a member (yes, dust bunnies included).

As always, Turn N Burn appeal (e.g. t-shirt, tank top, hoodie, coat) can be worn in lieu of a show shirt.

If a rider is 18 years of age and younger it is mandatory for them to wear a helmet in the show pen at all times (this includes warm up, exhibitions, and all events, including fun events).

Camping for the weekend is welcome!

If you have any additional questions or concerns, feel free to send us a message via Facebook Messenger.

We hope to see everyone there!

05/14/2026

Also available online the WEC jumper gallery from April 26. While I was their briefly following tree planting there are a handful of riders covered

https://hmphotography73.pixieset.com/wecapriljumpershow/

05/13/2026

The first WECADORA gallery of the season is now LIVE!

🐴 https://hmphotography73.pixieset.com/may3wecadora/

Similar to last year I’ll be running a “Buy Your Galkery” option - $125 gets you your complete gallery - most galleries have 40+ photos (my standard 20package is $154 in comparison). Message me if you’d like this option

If you have multiple children riding please reach out for pricing.

Thanks for a great first show Windsor Essex Cadora

📸Karen Wiggins Goetz and the lovely Stella!

05/02/2026

Excited to see everyone tomorrow and kick off another incredible WECADORA season!

Updated ride times for May 3.