Jan Abbott Photography

05/22/2024

Here’s a link to our view of the Preakness, where the whiskers we own on the nose of Sieze The Grey were first over the finish line.
I’ll add more pictures of Pimlico and race day fashion later this week.

Seize The Grey led all the way in Preakness 149, thrilling 2570 micro-share MyRacehorse owners--including us. Trainer D. Wayne Lukas notched his seventh Preakness win and Jaime Torres rode to his first Grade 1 victory at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.

05/22/2024

We had a great weekend in Baltimore, cheering Seize the Grey to the Second Jewel of the Triple Crown at Pimlico Race Course. As one of 2570 micro-share owners with MyRacehorse, we like to think we have a couple of whiskers on his nose.

Seize The Grey led all the way in Preakness 149, thrilling 2570 micro-share MyRacehorse owners--including us. Trainer D. Wayne Lukas notched his seventh Preakness win and Jaime Torres rode to his first Grade 1 victory at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.

05/04/2024

It's Derby Eve! Where are YOUR roses?

The 150th Kentucky Derby winner will earn the fabled Garland of Roses Saturday evening. About 450 Freedom roses in individual vials of water are hand sewn into the creation. Thousands get a close-up look at an icon of horse racing as florists race the clock.

05/03/2024

Kroger florists create the 20-pound garland of about 140 Star Fighter Stargazer lilies, worn by the winning filly of the 150th Kentucky Oaks race on Friday. Roses and lilies adorn the store along with a herd of prancing horses. Miss Kentucky lent a hand tonight, too.

05/03/2024

The big race day is almost here! The Garland of Lilies takes shape, ready for the Kentucky Oaks winner.

Kroger florists create the 20-pound garland of about 140 Star Fighter Stargazer lilies, worn by the winning filly of the 150th Kentucky Oaks race on Friday. Roses and lilies adorn the store along with a herd of prancing horses. Miss Kentucky lent a hand tonight, too.

05/01/2024

Gearing up for Kentucky Derby 150!

Using light and shadow, I try to find the facets of the subject, not just the facts.

04/27/2024

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of VOICES of Kentuckiana, with images from the dress rehearsal and opening night performance. One more chance to catch them on Sunday afternoon.

Using light and shadow, I try to find the facets of the subject, not just the facts.

04/25/2024

Dawn at the Downs, from the frontside. Kentucky Oaks fillies have pink saddle cloths; Derby horses wear yellow ones. Next week we find out who will wear the Lilies for the Fillies and the Garland of Roses. Follow the link the the gallery, and enjoy!

The new Paddock at Churchill Downs in Louisville is ready for the 150th Kentucky Oaks and Derby next week. During Dawn at the Downs morning training sessions, Oaks fillies wear pink and Derby horses are in yellow saddle cloths.

04/09/2024

Saw my second total solar eclipse in Paoli, Indiana, on April 8, 2024, with clear skies for totality.

04/09/2024

Wow. Totality is still amazing. Follow the link to the gallery.

Saw my second total solar eclipse in Paoli, Indiana, on April 8, 2024, with clear skies for totality.

04/02/2024

Derby 150 is May 4th! (And also with you.) Festivities around Louisville are gearing up for a big bash.

The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 4, 2024, sparks the return of Gallopalooza. The sponsored statues were designed and painted over the winter. The herd of 150 gathered at Churchill Downs in March, before placement around Louisville as public art. They go under the gavel for charity this...

04/02/2024

Check out the new herd of Gallopallooza horses!

The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 4, 2024, sparks the return of Gallopalooza. The sponsored statues were designed and painted over the winter. The herd of 150 gathered at Churchill Downs in March, before placement around Louisville as public art. They go under the gavel for charity this...

03/28/2024

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Tonight's the night! Last chance to see "3", three one-act operas sung in English, presented by the UofL School of Music Opera Theatre. Head to The Playhouse, between 3rd and 4th Sts. at Cardinal Dr., for the 8pm performance. Adults $20, students $10, UofL ids admitted free. Click on the image for a sneak peak.

Three one-act operas presented by the University of Louisville School of Music Opera Theatre program, March 27 and 28, 2024. She's Fabulous opens the program, followed by The Stronger. The evening wraps up with Speed Dating Tonight!

03/25/2024

Here's a grand start to the 30th year of VOICES of Kentuckiana!

The 2024 edition of the Beaux Arts Ball celebrated 30 years of changing hearts and minds with music. The gala fundraiser featured silent and live auctions, a lively Heads-or-Tails game, music and dancing. Comedian Jen Kober delighted the crowd.

03/25/2024

https://janabbottphoto.smugmug.com/Friends/Kitty-in-Louisville Always fun to play Hometown Tourist!

Ona day off from ACBL Spring Nationals 2024, Kitty toured the Kentucky Derby Museum at Churchill Downs and the Waterfront Botanic Garden in Louisville.

12/10/2023

Glimmer & Glow with Voices of Kentuckiana as they present a holiday concert at 3pm Sunday, Dec. 10, in Comstock Hall at the University of Louisville School of Music. Tickets are available at the door!

Glimmer & Glow, A Holiday Show, Dec. 8 and 9, 2023, in Comstock Hall at the University of Louisville School of Music.