MEMPHIS HORSE FIELD GUIDE
Portraits in the Pasture: A Private Horse Photo Shoot at Shelby Farms Stables
A tailored on‑property photo or video session with a selection of horses, staff assistance, and choices of saddle and coat color — a practical guide to planning and executing the shoot.
Portraits in the Pasture: A Private Horse Photo Shoot at Shelby Farms Stables.
Experience a focused photo or video shoot with a curated selection of beautiful horses at Shelby Farms Stables. The operator offers personalized assistance, choices in horse color and saddle style, and the on‑site setting needed to realize a creative vision.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A curated selection of breeds and colors
You can choose from a variety of horse breeds and coat colors for your session, allowing you to match subject and concept before the camera ever fires.
On‑site staff to stage shots
Each shoot includes one staff member to assist during the session, helping with tack and handling so the shoot runs smoothly.
Saddle and styling choices
You can request a black or brown saddle to suit your aesthetic, giving photographers and stylists a simple but effective variable to refine the look.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
The shoot unfolds on the operator’s property with your booked time as the starting point. You’ll coordinate horse selection and saddle choice, receive hands‑on assistance from an assigned staff member, and focus on capturing the images or footage you planned — the operator does not supply a photographer but can recommend one.
THE HORSES
A curated selection of breeds and colors
You can choose from a variety of horse breeds and coat colors for your session, allowing you to match subject and concept before the camera ever fires.
THE ASSISTANCE
On‑site staff to stage shots
Each shoot includes one staff member to assist during the session, helping with tack and handling so the shoot runs smoothly.
THE GEAR & STYLING
Saddle and styling choices
You can request a black or brown saddle to suit your aesthetic, giving photographers and stylists a simple but effective variable to refine the look.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session fits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your photographer (operator does not provide one), completed liability waivers for all attendees, and any styling props; plan for assisting parties and the photographer to arrive about 20 minutes early to complete paperwork.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do you provide a photographer?
No — the operator does not provide a photographer but is happy to give recommendations.
Is there a weight limit for people who will sit on the horse?
Yes — anyone sitting on a horse must be under 240 lbs.
Is a liability waiver required?
Yes — all attendees, including photographers, must sign a liability waiver.
Where do the photo and video shoots take place?
Photo and video shoots take place on the operator’s property.
What is the cancellation policy?
All cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to the scheduled time booked in order to receive a refund.
How do I book a video shoot?
Call the operator at 901-647-5793 to book a video shoot.
What is included with a Photo Shoot?
Photo shoots include one staff member to assist, a choice of horse color, and a choice of black or brown saddle.