Elise Genest' Hilandero mixed media on canvas Paintings of horses have been in existence for centuries. Having visited southwestern France with their famous prehistoric paintings of horses in Lascaux Caves, I can attest to mankind's fascination with the four-legged animal. Recently, I was captivated by the beauty of horses coming to life from [...]
I met vintage photographer Lindsey Ross in San Francisco during an event for Visit Santa Barbara. I had been a fan of Lindsey's work, having found The Alchemistress on Instagram. Her unique tintype photo technique lends a vintage look to her works of art. I seized the opportunity to have her photograph me in my [...]
Horse-drawn carriage in Stanley Park, Vancouver
General Gerardo Barrios Upon my arrival in El Salvador, I wasn't sure what to expect. This was my first time visiting this Central American country. While there were many beautiful places to discover, I would not be taking a horseback riding vacation in El Salvador. After a few days in this country, I [...]
Good, clean fun is what Melissa Mallory of Redding, California calls the Redding Rodeo. Now in its 67th year, this annual equestrian event offers everything from bareback riding to Budweiser Clydesdale horses, mutton busting and Asphalt Cowboys. What's mutton busting you might ask? Children, ranging in ages from six to seven years old, ride the [...]
I recently had the pleasure of going on a horseback riding vacation at Triple Creek Ranch in Darby, Montana. The photos below were taken during the Women's Rocky Mountain Rendevous, a five day retreat for fun loving cowgirls. On this particular trip I had only ridden with one rider previously, her name was Barbara Barrett, [...]
Truth be told, President Reagan hated flying. One time he was heard talking to a staff member regarding some upcoming travel and said, "the highest I want to go is on the saddle of a horse." There's something to be said about seeing the world from the back of a horse. It gives us a [...]
You don't have to be a cowboy to enjoy the Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival. Taking place in William S. Hart Park in old town Newhall, California, this annual Western gathering is fun for buckaroos and old timers alike. Walking under the William S. Hart brand, suspending inside a larger than life horse shoe, festival goers [...]
Oak trees and pipe dreams Just like certain smells trigger childhood memories, so do pictures and places. I recently had a full circle moment with a heritage oak tree and a pipe corral. I was involved in a photo session, updating pictures for this equestrian blog, when I realized the role those old [...]