📸 Respect Creative Work: Media Use on STRIDER™

At STRIDER, we value the time and talent that goes into great content. Whether you’re promoting a clinic, horse show, or professional service—YOU are responsible for ensuring that all images and media uploaded to the platform comply with our STRIDER Copyright Policy.

✅ When in Doubt, Buy the Photo

Please respect photographer copyrights:

  • Always source your media properly

  • Never take screenshots from someone else’s work

  • When unsure — ask permission or make a purchase

To help you access high-quality, legal content, here are trusted photographers and media professionals recommended by STRIDER Members:

📷 Equestrian Photography Resources

  • Erin Gilmore Photography
    A leading name in show photography. Erin and her team offer services for competitions, private shoots, and fine art equine photography.

  • Tara Jelenic Photography
    Official photographer at many top venues. Tara’s work is featured in international equestrian media.

  • KTB Creative Group
    A full-service creative agency for the equestrian world. Frequently used by STRIDER Members for social media, ads, and event coverage across disciplines.

  • Callie Heroux Photography
    Known for capturing elite event riders. Contact Callie directly for use permissions and to credit her work appropriately.

  • JJ Sillman Photography
    Popular among Eventers nationwide. JJ’s joyful and dynamic images are featured in publications like Eventing Nation. 

  • Amber Heintzberger
    An equestrian journalist and photographer with a portfolio that includes high-performance athletes and brands. 

🛠️ DIY Tools for Creative Support

  • Upwork
    Find freelance designers, editors, and creators to help you design ads or edit photos. Be clear in your scope to get the best results.

  • Canva
    A free, easy-to-use platform to add watermarks, overlay text, and create branded content for Facebook, Instagram, and platform promotions.

📬 Questions about photo use? Reach out to support@striderpro.com before publishing to make sure your media aligns with our standards.