black mare horse mom and bay foal horse in the snow against red barn captured by q2 photography
black and white dressage horse legs in sand and sun captured by q2 photography
young bay mare horse looking over shoulder at autumn scene captured by q2 photography
Saratoga Springs reflecting pond image of gray thoroughbred mare and unicorn horse captured by q2 photography
black dog in green pine trees captured by q2 photography
western chestnut quarter horse with cowgirl captured by q2 photography
horse with rainbow braided mane part of the lgbt pride collection captured by q2 photography
black Arabian foal horse cantering up hill in the sun captured by q2 photography
rainbow draft horse flowers or stand ups part of the lgbt pride collection captured by q2 photography

Meet your photographer...


My name is Darian. I'm one part equestrian, one part photographer—and when the two come together, that's where I'm happiest.


Since 2012, I've had the privilege of photographing the sport I love at every level. I've served as the official photographer on some of the biggest equestrian stages in the country, from CDI-Ws and 4*s to Rider's Cups. Concurrently, I've had the honor of capturing USDF Regional Championships and National Finals as part of Susan Stickle's team. I've been fortunate to be mentored by—and work alongside—some of the best in the business.


Still, some of my favorite moments happen far from the spotlight. The quiet, meaningful milestones—first rides down centerline, a hard-earned ribbon, the post-test pat that says we did it, your team that's become your family cheering you on behind the in-gate. These are the stories I love to tell through my lens.


After a stretch working in Ocala, I'm now based back in upstate New York. When I'm not shooting, I'm out adventuring with my wife and our dog, Rosie, or riding, driving, and showing my own horse, Mai Tai.


This isn't just my job—it's my world. And I'm grateful every day to help people hold onto the moments that matter.

Darian Quinn camera hunter horse in traverse city, World Equestrian Center Photographer

Our client's stories...

Krystal W.

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"Darian has taken countless photos for me, during equine portrait sessions, at horse shows, and for family portraits, and each time, the resulting photos have brought me to tears. She has an indescribable talent to capture the emotion, love, and pride in every moment, and always does so with a wonderful sense of humor and utmost professionalism. I feel like I owe her so much more than her reasonable fees for all of the memories she has captured for me in such a perfect way."

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