Erin Gilmore Photography Returns as Official Show Photographer of 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover

Photo courtesy Erin Gilmore Photography

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) introduced at this time that Erin Gilmore Photography will return because the Official Show Photographer of the 2026 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, introduced by Thoroughbred Charities of America. The 2026 competitors takes place October 7-10 on the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, and showcases the athleticism and trainability of the recently-retired racehorse in ten disciplines of competitors. The Erin Gilmore Photography staff will cowl preliminary and Championship competitors, in addition to Friday clinic classes.

“Year over year, my respect and appreciation for Thoroughbred Makeover trainers and riders only deepens,” mentioned Erin Gilmore. “The incredible work that everyone dedicates to their prospects in the lead up to the Makeover is reflected in the moments that myself and my team are honored to photograph. The Thoroughbred Makeover is a highlight of our year as photographers and we cannot wait to document the class of 2026 this fall!”

“We’re excited to have Erin Gilmore and her team back at the Thoroughbred Makeover,” mentioned Kristen Kovatch Bentley, RRP managing director. “The Erin Gilmore Photography team always produces stunning images that help our competitors as well as the organization cherish every moment of Makeover week.”

Erin Gilmore Photography covers internationally rated equestrian occasions as official photographer within the Northeast USA and past. Prior to establishing EG Photos, Erin Gilmore coated high degree equestrian sport world wide, with profession highlights that vary from the Olympic Games to working with worldwide equestrian manufacturers and shoppers. In addition to managing massive occasions and groups, Erin Gilmore mentors up and coming photographers, and works to construct neighborhood amongst equestrian images lovers.

Photography Policy

Out of respect for the Official Show Photography, the RRP might be implementing the next images protocols through the 2025 Thoroughbred Makeover, which may be learn in full on the RRP web site. Only the Official Show Photographers are permitted to take competitor pictures and promote them to the general public; guests, spectator and exhibitors are permitted to take images and report video for private use solely.

Professional images gear, together with however not restricted to cameras with lenses longer than 4 inches, tripods, monopods, or any video digital camera mounted on a tripod or different stabilizing units usually are not permitted beneath any circumstances. Media representatives with authorised credentials are the one exception; media consultant purposes will open on June 1, 2026. No personal images credentials might be issued.