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Contact Information:
Carien Schippers, Equine Photographers’ Network
Walton NY 13856
Phone: 607 865 5215
Email: info@equinephotographers.org

Horses in Need Highlighted in Photo Project

New York, March 5, 2009 -- Members of the Equine Photographers Network (EPNet), a group of over 500 photographers from around the world who specialize in the photography of horses, are planning to focus their lenses on story projects that will highlight the plight of many unfortunate horses. Equine Photographers are able to capture many lovely moments with cherished and well maintained horses, but there are many equines that are not so lucky.
EPNet Members are being asked to create an awareness campaign by using their photojournalism skills to highlight adverse issues or situations regarding horse welfare and to help promote equine protection.
A call is being put out to rescue groups and rescue workers who feel their projects should be documented and brought to the attention of the world. Possible story ideas might include recycled racehorses, sanctuaries, BLM holding pens, auction houses, retirement facilities, rescue foster homes, and rescue workers. Each story idea should include no more than eight photos accompanied by editorial text.

“The mission of this project is to shine a light on the condition of horses in need in the world, and the work that individuals, rescues and other organizations are doing to save them from uncertain futures,” said Schippers, developer of the project. “In addition to this project we will develop and maintain a list of EPNet member photographers willing to donate services to rescue workers.”

Photos from this project will be featured in an upcoming special rescue edition of the online EPNet newsletter and will be available to American Horse Publication (AHP) members for possible publication. The deadline for submitted material is August 1.

Information on Membership of EPNet is available on the official web site at: www.equinephotographers.org.
Membership is available to any individual both pro and amateur interested in equine photography.