Lake Web Design & Photography

Ruth Lake Bio
Ruth Lake with the " boys" above

WELCOME!
A life time love of horses led me to my career in Photography. My horses are part of my daily life but most of the time you will find me behind the lens or computer.
My professional development is on going, and I find myself constantly looking for the magic of "light" in everyday life.
This year I will be expanding my Weddings & Portraits, with background & lighting for outdoor/indoor set ups.
My artistic development led me to Digital Fine Art Panting, each one a unique experience for me. The beauty and sensitivity of the final portrait is magic, much like the experience of working with paint.
Please let me know if you have a special request or idea, I always try to capture the best moment in my work.

Some New features available now!

Proofs on Smugmug - faster & more fun.

Video for Sale Horses

2007 DWC Video Clips

Weddings

Happy 2008, Ruth Lake

 Kelcie
Fine Art Paintings
puppylove
TeTekla & Sasha		 Zsimba
Szimba - A Tribute
She passed on this year, but everytime I see her smiling face I can feel her presence. Thank you Mercedes for letting me share her wonderful image.
 TheKiss
Szimba & Mercedes
  

Award
Lexington, KY — Competing against stacks of submissions from across the country, the very best samples of equine and equestrian coverage have risen to the top, and will be honored by the United States Equestrian Federation in the 2005 Pegasus Awards for Media (formerly the United States Equestrian Federation Awards for Media Excellence).
Honorable Mention – “Reining Unicorn,” by Ruth Lake and published by Riding Magazine and www.winecountrydressage.org.
ReiningUnicorn

flowingtail
Signature Portraits in Color or Black & White

contest

Pastoral Heaven

Awards - 2005 Impressions & Favorites

 Pastoral Heaven- Suzy Lucine-- Judge
I chose "Pastoral Heaven" in the Professional Scenic division as my overall contest favorite. To me, it had an incredibly strong first impression. The photographer had to have patience and an artistic eye to capture this shot taken without any props, and to capture a serene moment in a beautiful, natural setting. There are so many positive artistic and technical elements that make this photograph tops. The contrasting colors of this pony mare and foal are a plus, as well as the lines of their bodies, the trees, grasses, and stream keep the viewer's eye flowing throughout the photograph. The camera angle positively utilizes the strong natural light, which creates eye-pleasing shadows. The photograph makes me wish I could sit on that hill some day and watch these ponies in a natural setting.
Please excuse the mess while I redesign my site, Thank You, Ruth