AART

Chris Stafford

Photographer Maureen Armstrong: Capturing America’s Wild Horses

OCT 13, 202660 MIN

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American wild horse and sports photographer Maureen Armstrong joins host Chris Stafford on the AART podcast. From the intensity of competitive sports to the open landscapes of the American West, Armstrong’s photography captures movement, emotion and the fleeting moments that give an image its story. Discover a photographer whose work brings audiences closer to America’s wild horses and the extraordinary connections within their family bands.  Armstrong’s background photographing Division I football and professional sports sharpened her ability to anticipate action and respond quickly. Those instincts carry into her wild horse photography, where a running herd, an encounter between stallions or a quiet moment between a mare and foal can unfold in seconds. Her images reveal both the physical power of these animals and the tenderness of their relationships. Her pursuit of wild mustangs has taken her across Wyoming, Montana, Utah and Arizona, through landscapes ranging from sweeping plains and desert canyons to snow-covered ridges. These settings form an essential part of her visual storytelling, placing the horses within the expansive terrain they inhabit. Through her lens, the American West becomes a place of individual lives, enduring bonds and moments worth preserving. At the heart of Armstrong’s work is a commitment to documenting wild horses and advocating for their protection. Her photographs invite viewers to look closely at the animals behind a familiar symbol of freedom: their personalities, their interactions and the family connections that hold their bands together. Maureen is passionate about preserving the American Wild Horses and her work contributes this effort by increasing awareness. Explore Maureen Armstrong’s photography and fine art prints at https://staywildwallart.com. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/maureenarmstrongphotography/ Follow AART on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app, and subscribe to Women Unscripted on YouTube for more conversations with women in the arts. Share this episode with someone who loves photography, horses or the landscapes of the American West. AART is part of the Women Unscripted Podcast Network, produced by Hollowell Studios. Hosted by Chris Stafford.  Maureen Armstrong, Maureen Armstrong photographer, Maureen Armstrong photography, AART podcast, Chris Stafford, Women Unscripted Podcast Network, Hollowell Studios, American wild horse photographer, wild horse photography, wild mustang photography, America’s wild horses, equine photography, horse photography, sports photography, women photographers, American West photography, fine art photography, visual storytelling, wild horse advocacy, wild horse family bands, Stay Wild Wall Art, photography podcast, artist interviews. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support. Hollowell Studios Production Website: https://hollowellstudios.com/podcasts Instagram: @theaartpodcast  Email: [email protected] © Copyright: Chris Stafford | Hollowell Studios All Rights Reserved