“Cloud” – Wild Stallion of the Pryor Mtns.
March 4, 2009
Like many others who have fallen in love with the wild horses, it was filmmaker Ginger Kathrens’ portrayal of a wild stallion in the Pryor Mountains of Montana that inspired me to go see this horse for myself several years ago. It was an unexpected, life changing experience.
Horses have always been in my blood, but the wild horses hold a special place in my heart. Beautiful, hardy and very family oriented, I find them fascinating. Observing and documenting the wild horses over the years has motivated me to fight for their protection/preservation. The goal of my photographs, DVD’s and this Blog is to better acquaint people with these incredible animals and possibly inspire folks to act on their behalf.
The pictures below are of the famous Cloud – wild stallion of the Pryor Mountains. I believe Cloud is 13 now (14 on May 29, 2009). My hope is that he will always run free on the mountain.
Handsome boy, Cloud
Cloud and band stallion, Prince
Cloud and band stallion, Chino
Cloud and band stallion, Chino
Cloud and his grandson, Image
Cloud and Shadow, who is also known as Hailstorm
Cloud and Arrow
Pearly whites
Related stories:
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/09/20/pryor-mountain-roundup-962009/
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/09/25/pryor-mountain-roundup-972009/
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/09/26/pryor-mountain-roundup-982009/
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/10/04/pryor-mountain-roundup-992009/
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/10/08/clouds-returning-home-print-available/
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/09/01/shaman-of-the-pryor-mountains/
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/08/19/clouds-image-pryor-mtns-mt/
https://nickolesphotography.wordpress.com/2009/10/23/new-cloud-documentary-premieres-this-weekend/
Pam Nickoles Photography 
March 4, 2009 at 4:33 AM
I really love your pictures and insight into the wild horses. Thank you for sharing! Geri
March 11, 2009 at 9:37 PM
I your Fan!!
I like you and your horses, your photography.
With love from Russia.
March 13, 2009 at 11:00 AM
Thanks Geri – I’m glad you’re enjoying the posts and photos. Are you a fan of the wild horses?
March 13, 2009 at 7:15 PM
Thanks Maress. I appreciate your nice comments. 🙂
March 18, 2009 at 5:06 PM
I bad speeck englihs, but your photographs its good. 🙂 I’m sorry.
July 17, 2009 at 4:21 AM
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Great Pictures!!
April 27, 2010 at 1:06 PM
Hi Pam,
I really enjoy and admire your work. I am a Equine Artist (self-taught) and would like to purchase some of your photos to use in my paintings. Please let me know the cost.
April 27, 2010 at 11:09 PM
Hi Rebekah – thanks for your kind words. Please e-mail me at info@NickolesPhotography.com regarding your question about photos. 🙂
December 27, 2010 at 5:21 AM
Thank you for posting your beautiful photos.
March 13, 2011 at 5:28 PM
Cloud is such a handsome boy. My hope is that he and all of the other Wild horses continue to run free. Thanks for such wonderful pictures of Cloud and all of the other wonderful horses.
Thank you,
Julie Miller
March 14, 2011 at 2:10 PM
Beautiful pictures. He is so handsome when he postures, and then to see him with his family is so precious. Thank you for sharing with us.
March 14, 2011 at 11:01 PM
What a gorgeous stallion. I hope he remains free and wild
November 28, 2013 at 2:16 PM
i hope he lives for ever
November 28, 2013 at 2:17 PM
hes a gorgeous wild horse