Photo a day challenge

Myself, and other equine photographers have taken part in a "Photo a Day" challenge. What fun, each day a new "word" is given out, and the challenge is to portray that in a photograph. Think its easy, it is! The hardest part is just getting out and doing it. Try it your self, and see what you come up with, be imaginative.

1) HAIR - The Beas ~ My Gypsy Vanner



2) ENVIRONMENT - Twilight



3) BLUR - Forgotten Water



4) LEGS Go for the Gold


5) TEXTURE Heartwood



6) BEHAVIOUR Miss Behaving


7) CURVES Old Iron


8) WATER Twilight Water


9) EYES EyeCandy

Extreme Portraits

I don't recommend this kind of shooting for everyone, lets face it folks, its just plain stupid to photograph someone during a really bad lightening storm. I have always wanted to do a portrait of my husband to show his strength of character. Somehow this just fits him. For those who wonder, it took about 40 times to get this one. No photoshopping in the bolts. I did however lightly enhance the color and contrast. the light source is a hand held flash unit, and the camera is mounted on a tripod. Thats it.

Senior Guys in Texas Rock!

What can I say, Texas Guys Rock. This is from my senior session yesterday with Troy, who brought his horse and dog to the shoot. We ran out of light, as clouds came and we lost the last 30 min of daylight, but still came away with some very cool images. Every time I do a session, I look for that special image that shouts, Magazine Cover! Troy had more than a few. Check back in the next few days for more from this awesome guy.

I Love you means Forever

This last week I had the extreme honor to create the first professional portrait for a couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. When I got the call, I heard an anxious voice on the other end. Seems that the need was TODAY, and could I be there for them in order to make a newspaper deadline. It seems there are times when "time" needs to stand still and we need to follow our heart. The love story of Virginia and Clint is incredible for many reasons. Their commitment to God, to each other, and their family. So yes, I dropped everything I was doing and met them in Fort Worth at the Botanical Gardens. We only had an hour to closing, and the wonderful man at the desk offered up any place in the gardens for this special moment. It seems we all came under the spell of the Petrey's. Divine Intervention also played a role, as I had known Clint for years, buying hay out of his truck off the side of the road, or loading it from his dusty barn with my husband. But as with many rural farms, we never get to meet the spouse's. Virginia found me from the phone book, not knowing my connection to her sweet husband. After agreeing to help them, I asked for her information and that's when it became a project of my heart, again. Coincidence, or Divine Intervention... no matter how you explain it, this was meant to be. We had so much fun, and it was wonderful to renew old friendships, laugh at the hot days beating away his pesky donkey from the inside of my truck. Virginia and Clint are like a couple on their honeymoon, so committed and so much in love. Thank you for letting me be a part of your life and to capture your love....forever.

Equine Promotions

I love creating promotional products for horse shows from my photography. Don and Deb Stone had me out for a farm call, and this is the resulting banner, stall door graphics for their stalls. When space is of a premium, I work to create advertising that helps you stand out.

Medical Photography

Medical Photography is a world I have been doing for some years, yet not spoken much of. I am approached often to capture medical devices and procedures that are later used in training around the world. This client is based in Israel. Here are some close-ups of a break through pain pump, and a "soaker" hose kind of catheter used to deliver needed pain medicine to patients. Soon I will be traveling to a local hospital for "in surgery" imagery...I am very excited about this new direction my work is going.

Mandy & Bud

Congratulations Mandy & Bud on your Engagement! We went to the base of what looked like one of the oldest pecan trees I have ever seen, possibly a 100yrs old. Mandy and Bud are so much in love, and truly best of friends, and it showed! Thank you for allowing me to capture your special day. We were very lucky to not be rained out, although the bugs ate us alive. Poor Bud actually got bit the most, but never complained.

Guys Rock!

Most guys are on the receiving end of fashion photography, such as trash the dress, boudoir etc. Today we changed the rules, and did a "beefcake" shoot just for Stephanie, Keith's love of his life and soul mate. He was visiting from Reno and wanted to do a special session just for Steph.

Check out the color of his eyes. They really are this green!

Its a GIRL!!!

Whoohooo! Drifter is a Daddy! For everyone who has not met Drifter, our 26" tall miniature paint stallion, he is our studio mascot and sometime model. Here is his daughter who arrived last night. Not sure what color she is going to be, as she has blonde frosting on the head and ears, but she is healthy and adorable!!

Here is my boot for size comparison !

Rollover minuets take a new meaning!--- Under watchful eye of Daddy baby learns to finally roll over for the first time!

Did IT!

Oh! You caught me !

Pretty Cute, aren't I?!

Peas in a Pod

I recently was out photographing a two year old filly sired by the great stallion Peptoboonsmal. While processing the images, I was struck by how much this filly looked like her sire. After searching, I found the image I did of him back in 2006, and combined the images together....

Corporate Portraits

Todays business world has become EXTREMELY visually oriented, and the need for business portraits has increased. Our customers view our web sites, and expect to "see" who they hope to hire or consult with. Your image is your reputation. Think about your image, what does it say to you, how outdated is your photo?????

Here are a couple of samples of recent sessions, each done either in the comfort of an office or home! Set up is easy!

"Lisa" was photographed in the comfort of the East Parker County Chamber office, with just a plain wall as a backdrop. With creative use of lights any wall can make your image a masterpiece.



CHERYL
It does not matter WHERE we are, you can still have a great portrait. Cheryl's image was taken in her living room! We had great fun, and it only took about an hour from my arrival to departure.

" These are the best pictures that I have had in my life!"

Need a new portrait? Go here www.meganparksphotography.com

Horse of a Different Color!

This has been a fun week! I had the privilege of photographing "Gold" owned by Debbie Stone. He is a glorious Silver Dapple Gypsy Horse stallion just at 2yrs of age. What a good boy he is. He really can move. I love his deep rich color, which is very rare in the GH.

Chucks day at home!

Well, I had a delightful time yesterday with Meredith and her horse, Chuck. It was so very windy (40 mph gusts) that we brought Chuck practically in the house and he was soooo good! Meredith and I met years ago when she was included in a magazine article about girls and their love of horses. I am so honored to be a part of her life, chronicling her as she grows up to a beautiful young lady.

March Madness!

Seems like forever since I last posted. I have been very blessed to have been extremely busy with work during what is considered a quiet time for photographers. Thank you!

I just had the complete delight this week of a commission for two book covers. Suzanne McLennon is an author who had me create a new "look" for her next book. I also did a commission with her two granddaughters, who are also budding cookbook writers.

"Meg, we love these!!! NO ONE has ever taken this many GOOD pictures of me! Usually I'll get 2 out of 20 to even consider. I am impressed! Love, Suzanne"

Gypsy Horse World Show

What an incredible event we had this past weekend here in Fort Worth, held by the Gypsy Horse Registry of America. It was simply the best show I have ever been to, from the superb quality of the horses, meeting the owners from around the country, and some of the top breeders from England came over to support the show!!!

As many of my friends know, I am completely in love with my Gypsy Horses! to learn more about them, go to here http://gypsyhorseregistryofamerica.org/CMS/

What a wonderful Year!

It has been quite a while since I last posted! I have been working on so many creative and unusual projects, and loved every moment of it.

First off, I finished up the Gypsy Horse Wedding of the Year! What an incredible event, Ryan, Mary and of course the beautiful gelding Artero. He was so awesome and gentle, even with the wedding gown billowing behind him, a first for this guy.

If any brides out there wish to have the same setting, Artero is available most days and evenings !!