Biographical Information
Doug Prather
1949 American Equestrian Photographer
Since 1973, world-renowned equine photographer Doug Prather has passionately pursued one goal: capturing the essence of the horse in harmony with nature.
His photographs provide a window to the lush beauty of the Bluegrass, and offer and intimate invitation to surrender yourself to the spirit of the horse and the serenity of the surrounding landscape.
With an artist’s eye for beauty and balance, and a horseman’s understanding of equine anatomy, Doug’s works are treasured by those who appreciate excellence in Thoroughbred art.
Several of his limited edition photographic prints have sold out and have become extremely valuable to collectors, including A NEW BEGINNING, THE TRADITION CONTINUES, A STALLION WINTER, HERITAGE OF THE BLUEGRASS, KENTUCKY SUNRISE, and THE COMING OF SPRING.
Even before he received his Fine Arts degree from Georgetown College in Kentucky, it was evident that Doug possessed natural talent and the innate ability to create unforgettable photographs and art. In his early twenties, he was hired as the Art Director for the country's largest advertising agency serving the Thoroughbred industry.
Over the years his photographic art and graphic design had received national and international awards. His photographs have graced the pages of magazines such as Town and Country, Southern Living, Time, Newsweek, U.S. News & World Report, Cowboys & Indians, Grays Sporting Journal, SKY Magazine, Farm and Ranch Publications Group, The Blood-Horse, The Horse, Equestrian, Speedhorse, Thoroughbred Times, Keeneland Magazine, Breeders’ Cup magazine and other publications.
His artwork appears in several art collections and national airport entrances.
His very first book, "PRIVATE ACCESS- Behind The Gates of America's Premiere Horse Farms and Ranches", won a coveted national First Place "Best Pictorial Book" award presented by American Horse Publications. His annual equine calendar have won numerous national printing and design awards.
Doug Prather is an active member of AIPS (International Sports Press Association), IAEJ (International Alliance of Equine Journalists), NSSA (National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association), and numerous other equine related organizations.
