De d i c at i o n To my children, grandchildren, and loving wife, Randi. To Ray Benjamin, for helping me turn my photographs into art.
Contents Foreword
K at h A r i n e M e r l i n
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Introduction
B o b Ta b o r
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The Horses
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IMAGE Index
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To horse lovers everywhere.
De d i c at i o n To my children, grandchildren, and loving wife, Randi. To Ray Benjamin, for helping me turn my photographs into art.
Contents Foreword
K at h A r i n e M e r l i n
9
Introduction
B o b Ta b o r
13
The Horses
15
IMAGE Index
172
To horse lovers everywhere.
Introduction Even after years of having the privilege to photograph horses, I am still deeply moved by the special connection these beautiful, sensitive animals have with the people around them. To capture that essence, I spend many hours with my subjects, observing how they interact with their owners, riders, trainers, handlers, and other horses. Only when the horse and I reach a level of mutual trust and comfort does the photo session begin. Their big brown eyes expressing thoughtful caution, sensitivity, and loving kindness. Their body language revealing a unique personality, with a mix of gentleness, gracefulness, and tremendous physical strength. I am so pleased to share my latest collection of photographs with you. My goal is to impart the very special deep emotional bond we humans have with our equine friends. Bob Tabor New York City
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Introduction Even after years of having the privilege to photograph horses, I am still deeply moved by the special connection these beautiful, sensitive animals have with the people around them. To capture that essence, I spend many hours with my subjects, observing how they interact with their owners, riders, trainers, handlers, and other horses. Only when the horse and I reach a level of mutual trust and comfort does the photo session begin. Their big brown eyes expressing thoughtful caution, sensitivity, and loving kindness. Their body language revealing a unique personality, with a mix of gentleness, gracefulness, and tremendous physical strength. I am so pleased to share my latest collection of photographs with you. My goal is to impart the very special deep emotional bond we humans have with our equine friends. Bob Tabor New York City
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page 12
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pages 16-17
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pages 20-21
pages 22-23
pages 24-25
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Image Index
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page 8
page 11
page 12
page 14
pages 16-17
page 18
page 19
pages 20-21
pages 22-23
pages 24-25
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