Holly M. Smith
Holly is a freelance photographer based in Louisville. While she maintains a full time job outside of the thoroughbred/horse industry she spends most of her free time around the racetrack.Horses and photography have been a part of Holly's life going all the way back to elementary school. In 2015 after American Pharoah won the Kentucky Derby she decided to pick up the camera again and get back into the game. Since then she has covered events such as the Kentucky Derby, Breeder's Cup, Queen's Plate and various other racing events.In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, watching reality tv shows, and spending time with her fur kids, who still love her even though she isn't home much during racing season!Holly is a proud alum of Franklin County High School and University of Kentucky. She also serves on the UK Greater Louisville Area Alumni Board. Connect with Holly on Twitter @kyholmarie
Stories by Holly M. Smith“Second Stride” Supporters & Horses Finish First At Churchill Downs
(A group of riders get ready for their “ride” under the Twin Spires to help benefit “Second Stride” / Photo by Holly M. Smith) By Holly M. Smith: On a warm Saturday in July, a few supporters of “Second Stride” got to take a dream ride on their own horses under the famed Twin Spires […]
Sunday Morning Coming Down: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
(Monomoy Girl, looking as majestic and wonderful as ever, has returned to Churchill Downs. A place she normally calls home. A place she always dominates. A place she can call her own. Photo by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: Some times, some days, some mornings are just better than others. Just wake up from a […]
A Look At The Fasig-Tipton July Sales Grounds: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
(The dog days of summer are here. It’s July. And, it’s time for the Fasig-Tipton July Sales / Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: It was hot on Sunday. Very hot. Humid. Sweaty. Horrendously sticky. Not enough cool water. Not enough steady breeze. Not enough shade to bathe in. It was a perfect day […]
A Look At Ellis Park: Through the Eyes & Lens of the Spectacular Holly M. Smith
Editor’s Note: Ellis Park will begin its’ annual, summer, county fair-like race meet today, with a splash of the historic past and with hopes of a more vibrant future. A new ownership team — led by the Laguna Development Corporation, from New Mexico — has won the approval of the Kentucky Racing Commission to take […]
The Look at Churchill Downs’ Closing Day: Through the Eye and Lens of Holly M. Smith
(The blaze of Phantom Boss was on full display / Photo by Holly M. Smith) (Hall of Fame trainer Steve Asmussen leads his 2YO filly Magic Dance onto the track for the Debutante Stakes / Photo by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: Churchill Downs closed its’ Spring / Summer Meet on the hottest day of […]
UPDATED: A Look Through The Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith: Mia Mischief’s Win in Roxelana Stakes & Divine Queen
(Divine Queen & jockey Calvin Borel head into the winner’s circle at Churchill Downs on Saturday / Photo by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: It was billed as a showdown between the up and coming Covfefe and the brilliant, older speedster Mia Mischief. It was billed as a true showdown of speed and spirit. It […]
Photos Say It All In G2 Fleur de Lis Stakes: Elate
Holly M. Smith’s photos tell it all in the G2 Fleur de Lis Stakes — won by Elate:
Derby 145
Derby Week Views Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith: “The Draw”
Our very own — well, I like to call her “our very own,” because she is so sweet, talented and the hardest worker this side of Win Win Win — gets her take on the Kentucky Derby Draw: (Joe Kristufek readies for the broadcast of Tuesday’s Kentucky Derby draw / Photo by Holly M. Smith) […]
Derby Week Views Through the Eyes and Lens of Holly M. Smith: Tuesday’s Newest Additions & Arrivals
On Tuesday morn, a few more contenders for the 145th edition of the Kentucky Derby arrived in Louisville and on the premises of the world’s most renown and recognizable racetrack. The Twin Spires stand majestically over the track as guardians and protectors of racing past, present and future. The crowds stood crammed along the rail […]
“Second Stride” Supporters & Horses Finish First At Churchill Downs
(A group of riders get ready for their “ride” under the Twin Spires to help benefit “Second Stride” / Photo by Holly M. Smith) By Holly M. Smith: On a warm Saturday in July, a few supporters of “Second Stride” got to take a dream ride on their own horses under the famed Twin Spires […]
Sunday Morning Coming Down: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
(Monomoy Girl, looking as majestic and wonderful as ever, has returned to Churchill Downs. A place she normally calls home. A place she always dominates. A place she can call her own. Photo by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: Some times, some days, some mornings are just better than others. Just wake up from a […]
A Look At The Fasig-Tipton July Sales Grounds: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
(The dog days of summer are here. It’s July. And, it’s time for the Fasig-Tipton July Sales / Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: It was hot on Sunday. Very hot. Humid. Sweaty. Horrendously sticky. Not enough cool water. Not enough steady breeze. Not enough shade to bathe in. It was a perfect day […]
A Look At Ellis Park: Through the Eyes & Lens of the Spectacular Holly M. Smith
Editor’s Note: Ellis Park will begin its’ annual, summer, county fair-like race meet today, with a splash of the historic past and with hopes of a more vibrant future. A new ownership team — led by the Laguna Development Corporation, from New Mexico — has won the approval of the Kentucky Racing Commission to take […]
The Look at Churchill Downs’ Closing Day: Through the Eye and Lens of Holly M. Smith
(The blaze of Phantom Boss was on full display / Photo by Holly M. Smith) (Hall of Fame trainer Steve Asmussen leads his 2YO filly Magic Dance onto the track for the Debutante Stakes / Photo by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: Churchill Downs closed its’ Spring / Summer Meet on the hottest day of […]
UPDATED: A Look Through The Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith: Mia Mischief’s Win in Roxelana Stakes & Divine Queen
(Divine Queen & jockey Calvin Borel head into the winner’s circle at Churchill Downs on Saturday / Photo by Holly M. Smith) Editor’s Note: It was billed as a showdown between the up and coming Covfefe and the brilliant, older speedster Mia Mischief. It was billed as a true showdown of speed and spirit. It […]
Photos Say It All In G2 Fleur de Lis Stakes: Elate
Holly M. Smith’s photos tell it all in the G2 Fleur de Lis Stakes — won by Elate:
Derby 145
Derby Week Views Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith: “The Draw”
Our very own — well, I like to call her “our very own,” because she is so sweet, talented and the hardest worker this side of Win Win Win — gets her take on the Kentucky Derby Draw: (Joe Kristufek readies for the broadcast of Tuesday’s Kentucky Derby draw / Photo by Holly M. Smith) […]
Derby Week Views Through the Eyes and Lens of Holly M. Smith: Tuesday’s Newest Additions & Arrivals
On Tuesday morn, a few more contenders for the 145th edition of the Kentucky Derby arrived in Louisville and on the premises of the world’s most renown and recognizable racetrack. The Twin Spires stand majestically over the track as guardians and protectors of racing past, present and future. The crowds stood crammed along the rail […]
