Welcome to Sonya Helm Photography

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Based in Bristol, TN and specializing in equine portrait photography. Whether you need a fine art portrait of your horse to adorn your wall or are looking for lovely images to share the special bond you have with your equine partner, you are in the right place. Thank you for having a look at my work and sharing the wonderful world of horses with me. In addition to equine photography, I am available to shoot human portraits as well.

Horse Only Portraits


If you are looking for a fine art portrait of your horse with a formal feel give me a call to schedule your session. Have a horse for sale or at stud? Let me create the best images to showcase the strengths of your equine's conformation.

Relational Portraits


Capturing the relationship between you and your equine partner gives you a timeless keepsake to honor the special once-in-a-lifetime relationship. These portraits are designed to capture the bond you both share. Reach out for more information or to book your session.

Human Portraits


Have a special moment you want to preserve forever? Human portraits are designed to capture the essence of who you are. Whether in studio or outdoors, let me know how we can help you capture your moment. Headshots, graduation, senior pictures, lifestyle, business branding, and family pictures are available.

Awards & Recognition

Magazine cover featuring elegant black and white equine photography.
Decorative certificate frame featuring a white horse in motion against dark background.
Award of Excellence certificate displaying artistic equine dance photography.
Global Photo Magazine cover featuring artistic dance photography in dramatic lighting.
Black and white equine photography award featuring elegant dance pose with horse.
Award certificate featuring a majestic brown horse with flowing mane running in a grassy field.
Artistic black and white portrait of a horse against a star-patterned background.
Award certificate showing outdoor portrait in natural setting.
Black and white photography award certificate showing a horse galloping in a field.
Golden-framed award certificate featuring a brown draft horse with flowing mane in motion.
Artistic black and white close-up photograph of a horse's profile against constellation background.
Award-winning photograph of a dark horse with flowing mane galloping through a grassy field.
Decorative award certificate with fireworks featuring a galloping horse photograph.
Award-winning equestrian photography in dramatic lighting against orange background.
Black and white portrait photograph of a young rancher in cowboy hat and denim jacket with green bandana.