Ponies on the Lonely Road

Mel wanted to do something really unique for the Lonely Road series. I think she got what she wanted, it's pretty unique. I love the romantic feel of the photo. The clouds were perfect that day and we were shooting around sunset so the low sun added to the romance. I love it when mother nature cooperates.

The pony was quite a ham, after a while he walked right up the suitcase and posed for several shots. I guess they are used to posing for all the tourists that stop to take their pictures. When he got bored, he went right back to that spot (I think he was protected from the wind behind those bushes and trees.)

What you can't see in that photo is the 30 degree weather and the whipping wind. If you turned the camera around on me, you'd see a well wrapped photographer — winter coat, hat, gloves. Mel knew what she wanted and she worked hard to get it. I'm always impressed by that. This is a fantastic addition to the series.