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I Photograph Horses In Breathtaking Icelandic Landscapes (30 Pics)
My name is Liga Liepina and I spend all my free time doing equine photography. Born in Latvia, I moved to Iceland at the age of 14. I have been obsessed with horses since I can remember myself. It started with collecting all possible newspaper clippings, posters, and calendars of horses and once I had my first-ever riding lesson, I knew horses were going to be a huge part of my life.
A lot of work goes into creating images like these―from coming up with an idea to bringing horses to locations (these places must be accessible and safe for animals), not to mention the Icelandic weather, which is full of surprises. But it's all worth it when I get to spend time out in nature with my equine models and witness how horses and the landscape complement each other. You can follow my work on Instagram.
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Kris Mille 5 years ago
Liga Would love to see you credit your horses! We would love to know their names and personalities! You are so blessed with talent! Your work is stunning and mystical! How inspiring to live in such a realm.
Hana Abera 5 years ago
how did you get them to hold that pose? I cant get my horse to. TEACH ME!
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sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Has anyone, besides myself, looked at a horse to wonder, the gender, at times I think I know, to say such a handsome horse, but oops, not so, like the one above, I say he is a very handsome fella, wish I knew !!!
Blairina shadow reynolds maria champion 5 years ago
lavender, the dread of my existence
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Mary Hayden 5 years ago
The horses' color is the only color in the photo, strikingly beautiful
Blairina shadow reynolds maria champion 5 years ago
It made it more wholesome
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Aliya Clark 5 years ago
my colt in my arena is thinking 'WTF IS THIS HUGE BALL IN HERE HULA RUUNNNN'
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Cheryl Piercy 5 years ago
A horse in snow is a favorite photo to me, especially a black one that creates a beautiful contrast!
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Tiffany McBride 5 years ago
I love the contrast. The horse is doing as much for the background as it is for him.
sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
The color and markings on the horse is such beauty, excellent shot !!!
Cheryl Piercy 5 years ago
As pretty as this photo is, my first thought was what caused that background to be that shade of red.
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Kat Rogers 5 years ago
I ADORE HORSES... BUT THAT SCENIC BEAUTY IS KRAAAZY!! HE'S A HUNK, TOO... OOR SHE... BUT SHE WOULDN'T REALLY BE REFERRED TO AS A HUNK... OY, IT'S ALL FREAKING STUNNING!
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Cheryl Piercy 5 years ago
Interesting that the horse's coloring matches the coloring of the beach and the water!
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Kat Rogers 5 years ago
OOOMG~ WOOOW... OUTRAGEOUS PHOTO WITH THE AURORA BOREALIS... TOTAL FANTASY SHOT~ STUPENDOUS!
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Cheryl Piercy 5 years ago
I'd say this is another version of the expression "airs above the ground".
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Marlene Ricker 5 years ago
I keep looking at pictures and thinking, this is my favourite, then looking at more and thinking, no this is my favoiurite An amazing group of photos!.
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sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Exceptional beauty, fabulous shot, seems as they all pose for the camera !!!
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sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Liga, I wish I were there with you, I have always loved, and admired horses, this is stunning !!!
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sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Excellent, difficult to choose a favorite, but this is it, so far, would love this framed, for myself !!!
sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Incredible beauty, excellent shot, would love to have this on my wall !!!
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sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Excellent shot, the horses in Iceland are amazing, such beauty in each !!!
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Yolande Labbé 5 years ago
I can not chose one they are all breath taking. Incredible, beautiful work only one thing is missing: a pick of the of the photographer. Thank You! Have a Great Day!
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Sweetie Dahling 5 years ago
The colouring on this horse is absolutely stunning! Don't think I've ever seen it before
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Boaty McBoatface 5 years ago
More fun Icelandic horse facts: Once Icelandic horses leave the island, they are not allowed to return. This helps protect the genetic pool of Icelandic horses. Unlike other horses that typically have 4 gaits, the Icelandic horse has a unique 5th gait called tölt. Beautiful animals.
Spikey Bunny 5 years ago
Just curious... Do they grow traditional hay on Iceland? What do they eat?
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Lou Lopez 5 years ago
Icelandic horses are a super-cool breed! They're kind of all over the place in terms of use and conformation (some are for riding, some are for meat, and some are for draft use) but they have a lot of primitive characteristics that are typical of true wild horses (of which only Przewalski's is the only example left) and have been left feral for so long that natural selection is a huge factor. I'm so glad to see them getting some love because they're truly fascinating animals.
Jef Bateman 5 years ago
Interesting. I have been to Iceland, and my impression is that it must be one of the windiest places on the planet. I would have thought that their horses would be small with a dense coat to deal with the freezing wind, like the Shetland pony.
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
These belong on the covers of romance novels. The sexiest animals on the planet.
Christina Uhlir 5 years ago
Thank you Liga for beautiful photographs, you are a great artist. Thank you for loving horses.
sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Such a tremendous treat, for horse lovers, the scenery is beautiful, but the horses are amazing, first time to see incredible Iceland's beauty, I will not ever forget, these horses have more beauty, than I could imagine, the photography is truly exceptional, thanks for this great post, most enjoyable !!!
Boaty McBoatface 5 years ago
More fun Icelandic horse facts: Once Icelandic horses leave the island, they are not allowed to return. This helps protect the genetic pool of Icelandic horses. Unlike other horses that typically have 4 gaits, the Icelandic horse has a unique 5th gait called tölt. Beautiful animals.
Spikey Bunny 5 years ago
Just curious... Do they grow traditional hay on Iceland? What do they eat?
Load More Replies... Lou Lopez 5 years ago
Icelandic horses are a super-cool breed! They're kind of all over the place in terms of use and conformation (some are for riding, some are for meat, and some are for draft use) but they have a lot of primitive characteristics that are typical of true wild horses (of which only Przewalski's is the only example left) and have been left feral for so long that natural selection is a huge factor. I'm so glad to see them getting some love because they're truly fascinating animals.
Jef Bateman 5 years ago
Interesting. I have been to Iceland, and my impression is that it must be one of the windiest places on the planet. I would have thought that their horses would be small with a dense coat to deal with the freezing wind, like the Shetland pony.
Load More Replies... Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
These belong on the covers of romance novels. The sexiest animals on the planet.
Christina Uhlir 5 years ago
Thank you Liga for beautiful photographs, you are a great artist. Thank you for loving horses.
sharron lynn parsons 5 years ago
Such a tremendous treat, for horse lovers, the scenery is beautiful, but the horses are amazing, first time to see incredible Iceland's beauty, I will not ever forget, these horses have more beauty, than I could imagine, the photography is truly exceptional, thanks for this great post, most enjoyable !!!
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