Scotia M Photography

17/06/2026

Annually I reach mid June, aka bonkersly busy season & question my life choices.

Self taught, I came to photography late previous titles included working pupil > groom > IT trainer (not so logical leap) > web & graphic designer > uni lecturer > but longed to curate memories.

Working abroad as a homesick teenager, my mother often sent me beautiful books - of which, Robert Vavra's 'Stallion of a Dream' & Yann Arthus Bertrand 'Horses' ultimately sparked my love for creative portrait photography.

As life's fickle path rerouted my dream of being a showjumper towards a sensible job with a mortgage, the camera waited.

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Today the weather is grotty, my aging bones are burning & my coffee long cold - but I'm gratitude wrapping my lens before meeting three sugar dusted dogs, leaving together on that infinite cosmic journey every loving owner faces.

So on the days I catch myself grumbling over graft I'll remember what it took to get here & the privilege of what I do.

16/06/2026

June 2027 will reflect ten years behind a camera (often still feels like yesterday). I'd like to celebrate the past decade with the lovely folks who've shared my journey, something inclusive to recognise a fairly wide, international following.

Being financially realistic, I wondered about an exclusive monthly digital that could be printed at home... 🤔

Any ideas?

16/06/2026

Wonderful news! I'm sure Duke & Baron heartedly agree 🏅

15/06/2026

Guess who missed the official email that arrived last week 🫣

15/06/2026

Ooftie that was a LONG weekend! Usually I aim for something motivational on Mondays but today just gimme the caffeine & we'll crack on... Suffice to say today will be spent uploading eleventy-billion photos.

Footie aside, what did folks get up to? Share your wins below & we'll celebrate 'em with you! Mine was not tripping over myself in a show ring 🤣👌

14/06/2026

Admittedly I'm a rugby gal rather than a footie fan but faberoonie to see Scotland take the win against Haiti in Foxboro.

Who stayed up to watch & do you have any fingernails left? 🫣...

13/06/2026

Looking forward to meeting everyone at Border Union Dog Show Border Union, Kelso tomorrow! Doing a happy little weather dance 😆

12/06/2026

Hi ho, Hi ho... 😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

12/06/2026

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Let's round off the week with a few favourite furry faced photos!
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11/06/2026

Beyond thrilled to feature in such fabulous company, genuinely over the moon.

Thank you so, so much folks.
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Photographer of the Year 2026 Finalists

Headline Sponsor: HarryHall.com

We're delighted to announce the finalists for the Equestrian Business Awards Photographer of the Year 2026:

✨ Indy Equine Photography
✨ Scotia M Photography
✨ Angelfire Photography
✨ SJR Equestrian Photography

This award celebrates photographers who capture the spirit and beauty of the equestrian world through their work, from competition days and portraits to candid moments and unforgettable memories, these finalists showcase the talent and creativity that help tell the stories of our industry.

Congratulations to all of our finalists on this fantastic achievement and for earning their place on this year's shortlist.

Thank you to Harry Hall Ltd for their continued support as our headline sponsor.

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