In 2022 I had the pleasure of photographing the first time for a then still unknown, now very dear friend of mine in Portugal. Their farm in the middle of nowhere is a beautiful refuge for dozens of animals and a place where individuals can connect with the horses in a more natural, equally respectful way, far away from societal standards you learn in modern riding schools.

Ever since that hot summer of 22, capturing the dry and golden beauty of Europes wild west, I was invited to come back multiple times in 2023 and 2024 for photo updates and video projects.

Here you can find a selection of my favorite visuals created over the years. For an even more immersive experience, click here and listen to a curated playlist of tracks that have shaped the underlying creative current that’s flowed into all of these photos.

Check out Bianca’s website www.portelinhadarocha.com!