Field Without Fences

December 29, 2014
December 29, 2014 Travis Dewitz

Field Without Fences

She stands with attitude in the barn wearing these boots like she’s going to war; dressed in this remarkably amazing black dress that makes her seem like she’s a big deal. Her black horse saunters beside her with a certain power and ruggedness; yet I do not know who holds more of the undeniable strength they both carry. Their soft whispers between each other give the impression to be dark and deep, I cannot help but wonder of the stories they breathe only with one another. What is this courageous trust they are bragging about into each other’s souls? I impatiently watch as she leads her dark beauty onto the field with all of the others.

Teslyn - Young Girl in Black Dress in Horse Stable

Heads high with pride ramble on toward these two bodies of energy; to just exist with them in nature is to be a part of something bigger than them-selves. This young girl is as wild and free as the horses in her circle. Her fearlessness is captivating as she moves about these regal beasts with soul searching eyes and a delicate touch. I hear her call each of them by name as if they are her childhood friends. Her voice is so calming and reassuring. Hours go by as she has the innate ability to dream and love with the world around her. She moves gracefully as independence races through her blood and you can see her imagination and instinct transform her growth and confidence. Her face is one of freedom, of wild hearts that can’t be broken. I catch myself marveling at why I am so entranced by her and her spirit among these majestic untainted forces. She floats among the steeds laughing and giggling uncontrollably with her face to sun and her back to the wind. Her unwavering love for her soul-mates is evident in her every move. She stops to lay her head on their necks and wrap her arms around them as they lean into her, showing their

Teslyn - Hand on Side of Black Horse

affection back for one of their own. I begin to realize these horses and the lass in the lacey black dress are not far apart in courage, determination, toughness, heart, and guts; that’s what little girls should be made of. As the sun begins to drop I watch her soak in her last breaths of the day, the dirt, and the dust. The beliefs and robust core of this eight year old girl are held steady through her stubborn and brave stature; yet her tender heart is as pure as the morning dew. The other horses retreat back


“Wasn’t it beautiful when you believed in everything” ~ Taylor Swift


as she stands beside her dark beauty with one last kiss before the night falls. She is truly free. Her dress, her boots, her straw colored tasseled hair; all just simply a part of her living this astounding childhood where she can fit in and just be who she is. The walk back to the barn seems to bring a change in her demeanor. Her soft glimpse back to her horse shows a face of bewilderment and unknown; a face I hadn’t seen yet. The childhood rush of this brave soul all afternoon changed as she walked away to her reality. Her eyes tell her story.

Teslyn - Young Happy Girl Hugging Horse

That was me. The strong brave soul who brought the saints to glory in an afternoon playing in the field as we left imprints on each other’s souls. In those fleeting moments I could reflect upon myself with poise and self-confidence. I was that little girl with an immense trust and fearlessness of a soldier who brought grittiness to the meadow that afternoon. There is something about those memories of pure reckless abandon and loving with your entire heart and mind. To inhale those moments of baring the root our souls without any barriers; in a field without fences that sanctions our imagination to run free before time diminishes away from our childhood grip.

Teslyn - Proud Girl in Horse Pasture

Teslyn - Beautiful Young Girl Leaning Back on Black Draft Horse

Teslyn - Girl Leading Horse in Field at SunsetTeslyn - Hanging onto the Horse Lead at SunsetTeslyn - Running in the WindTeslyn - Standing With YearlingsTeslyn - Sad Look With HorseTeslyn - Kissing Horse NoseTeslyn - Very Happy Young Girl Laughs With HorseTeslyn - Holding HorseTeslyn - Happy Little Girl in Between Young HorsesMolly the Big Black Draft HorseTeslyn - Girl Leaning Against Horse

Teslyn - Innocent Pose Against Horse

Teslyn - Calm Innocent LookTeslyn - Girl Hugging Horse

Teslyn - Innocent Young Girl Holds Horse

Black Dress|Alexandria Olivia
Boots|Steve Madden


travis dewitz pines portrait suit thumb web PhotographI am a well-seasoned photographer who at the core of who I am brings passion and knowledge to the great details of editorial photography. I am diligent about refining, perfecting, and even obsessing over my work; it is my passion. I believe it’s important to capture youth and teen models in a way that will build their foundation so they have a lasting effect in the modeling world. A strong suite with my style of editorial work is that my images launch many models into their modeling careers. Models I have worked with have been in Vogue Italia, numerous magazines, and even pursuing their dreams in Hollywood.


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Travis Dewitz

My name is Travis Dewitz and I am from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. My specialty is commercial photography with a love for expressive portraits. My work is Conceptual, Emotive, Editorial, Surreal and Eclectic. I am passionate about fashioning new worlds through photographs as I extend my visions beyond the realm of the camera. I have incredible vision, which you can see in all of my photos.

Comments (8)

  1. Erika Falter Johnson

    This was a beautiful day, and I loved the amount of laughter and smiles that Teslyn had all afternoon 🙂

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