KY Oaks / KY Derby Photo Album: Through the Eyes & Lens of Holly M. Smith

(Barber Road / All Photos by Holly M. Smith)

Editor’s Note:

It is getting close, now. It is getting closer, now. It is just about time — for Kentucky Derby Time.

The horses are arriving. The horses are working. The horses are sparkling. The horses are getting in the final preparations.

And, our very own, Holly M. Smith is there to capture all the moments and the glory.

Here are some more of her looks, special as they are…

Classic Causeway — Tampa Bay Derby Winner, But No Longer on Derby Trail:

Cyberknife — Arkansas Derby Winner, And Leading Contender for KY Derby:

Barber Road — Runner-Up in Arkansas Derby:

Tiz the Bomb — Winner of the Jeff Ruby Steaks:

Other Photos From Other Looks:

Sconsin:

And, The Grand Bonny South:

2022-04-17T08:01:14-04:00By Holly M. Smith|

About the Author: 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