ShelbyWaggoner.com
Bringing horsepower to the arena and the camera.
About Me
Hi, I’m Shelby Waggoner; a barrel racer, horse trainer, and photographer with a passion for bringing out the best in both horses and people.
I’ve been riding since I was 3 years old, started barrel racing and training in high school, and began training for the public in 2018; starting colts and taking in anything I could get. That same year, I worked for a barrel horse trainer, which led to getting more barrel and futurity horses, and I quickly found success in training and selling horses.
In 2022, I got my WPRA permit and placed 11th at the Permit Finals, staying just a few tenths out of placing at most rodeos. 2023 was another big year; I worked for an equine vet to gain more knowledge, placed 2nd at the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo, and continued training and selling barrel horses while competing. Then, in 2024, I won the Bryan Pro Rodeo with a 16.8 on a standard and won the 1D buckle at Lightning Bar, placing top 4 at every race I entered.
Alongside my passion for horses, I’ve built a career in photography and media. I got my first camera in 2018, started taking photos for others in 2020, and by 2022, I upgraded to high-end equipment and took my business to the next level. Today, I capture everything from barrel racing action shots to social media content, sale horse photography, and branding work.
In June 2024, we bought land to start building our dream facility; a place designed for training top-tier barrel horses and offering high-quality services. Our plans include two homes, a shop with an apartment, a barn, big turnouts, a walker, a round pen, and a large outdoor arena.
And in May 2025, we welcomed our daughter, Emory, adding a whole new layer of purpose (and chaos) to everything we do.
Whether I’m helping someone shave off time, build confidence, capture their brand, or find their next winner, I love every part of what I do. Thanks for being here!
