Holly

About 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

“Sunday Morning” Coming Around: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
“Sunday Morning” Coming Around: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

“Sunday Morning” Coming Around: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-04-21T11:33:54-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Owen Almighty, winner of the G3 Tampa Bay Derby, is having a ball at Churchill

Churchill Downs’ Low Down, As Sun Comes Up: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Churchill Downs’ Low Down, As Sun Comes Up: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Churchill Downs’ Low Down, As Sun Comes Up: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-04-18T12:39:03-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Take Charge Milady and Gowells Delight work at Churchill Downs on Friday morn / All

Resolute Farm’s Horse Family & Foals: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Resolute Farm’s Horse Family & Foals: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Resolute Farm’s Horse Family & Foals: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-04-15T11:34:28-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Queen Caroline's '25 baby / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's Note: So where

Kentucky Derby Time: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Kentucky Derby Time: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Kentucky Derby Time: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-04-12T12:24:51-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(The beautiful Sandman stares from his stall at Churchill Downs / All Photos by Holly

Coal Battle Arrives at Churchill Downs for KY Derby 151: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Coal Battle Arrives at Churchill Downs for KY Derby 151: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Coal Battle Arrives at Churchill Downs for KY Derby 151: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-04-07T08:23:37-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Coal Battle exits the van after arriving at his new headquarters -- Churchill Downs /

A Day in the Life Of a Horse Woman: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
A Day in the Life Of a Horse Woman: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

A Day in the Life Of a Horse Woman: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-04-04T06:52:56-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Sandman is looking good / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's Note: The rains

The Horses Are Coming Home: A Look at Churchill Downs Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
The Horses Are Coming Home: A Look at Churchill Downs Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

The Horses Are Coming Home: A Look at Churchill Downs Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-03-23T12:24:17-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(They are back. The backbones of the racetrack and the ole' bones who take care

A Day at the Track: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
A Day at the Track: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

A Day at the Track: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-02-13T13:13:55-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(The look of a winner / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's Note: Over

A Look at Horses, Horse Country, Horse Tracks & Snow Drifts: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
A Look at Horses, Horse Country, Horse Tracks & Snow Drifts: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

A Look at Horses, Horse Country, Horse Tracks & Snow Drifts: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2025-01-12T19:27:07-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(What are you looking at there buddy? / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's

Baffert Return to Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Baffert Return to Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Baffert Return to Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-12-01T15:36:51-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Traner Bob Baffert back at Churchill Downs this week / All photos by Holly M.

Thanksgiving Day at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Thanksgiving Day at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Thanksgiving Day at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-12-01T15:18:13-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(It was Falls City Stakes Day in the Falls City / All Photos by Holly

Churchill Downs on Friday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Churchill Downs on Friday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Churchill Downs on Friday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-12-01T14:58:00-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Thorpedo Anna on her way to be show cased at Churchill Downs / All Photos

Churchill Downs “Stakes Saturday:” Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Churchill Downs “Stakes Saturday:” Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Churchill Downs “Stakes Saturday:” Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-12-01T12:32:40-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(First Resort is not the last one, but the first one / All Photos by

Thankful for Holly M. Smith: Who Captured These Images at Churchill Downs on Saturday
Thankful for Holly M. Smith: Who Captured These Images at Churchill Downs on Saturday

Thankful for Holly M. Smith: Who Captured These Images at Churchill Downs on Saturday

2024-11-24T13:09:51-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(The walk home is sometimes a lonely road / All Photos by Holly M. Smith)

A Morning At Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
A Morning At Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

A Morning At Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-11-21T10:09:27-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Nuk Soo Kow "eyes" the track / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's Note:

A Look at the 26th “Claiming Crown” at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
A Look at the 26th “Claiming Crown” at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

A Look at the 26th “Claiming Crown” at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-11-17T14:31:47-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

Editor's Note: Our great friend and "Photographer of the Stars," Holly M. Smith, went out

A November to Remember at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
A November to Remember at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

A November to Remember at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-11-10T14:24:53-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(The look of Fall and Churchill Downs / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's

Churchill Downs’ Weekend: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Churchill Downs’ Weekend: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Churchill Downs’ Weekend: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-11-03T19:39:46-05:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Gulfport & Bet on Sunshine victory / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's Note:

Breeders’ Cup Photo Shop at Churchill Downs on Saturday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith
Breeders’ Cup Photo Shop at Churchill Downs on Saturday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

Breeders’ Cup Photo Shop at Churchill Downs on Saturday: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

2024-10-26T23:36:29-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Dragoon Guard watches the day run on / All Photos by Holly M. Smith) Editor's

Breeders’ Cup Workers at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holy M. Smith
Breeders’ Cup Workers at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holy M. Smith

Breeders’ Cup Workers at Churchill Downs: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holy M. Smith

2024-10-26T16:34:05-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

(Owner Richard Rigney is interviewed on the Churchill Downs' backside / All Photos by Holly

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