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Horse Art
The Horses of Franz Marc
Born in Munich, Franz Marc went on to be known as one of the principal artists of the German Expressionist movement. He studied in Munich and in Paris where he discovered the work of Vincent van Gogh. Much of Marc’s work was done in woodcut and lithography and he was fond of using vibrant color […]
Events
Oklahoma Horse Fair 2010
8th year of this fair it offers horse people of all types a place to congregate and talk horse. From trade shows & auctions to handmade goods. Grounds include heated stable areas, and climate controlled arena and exhibition area. Admission is free all three days for spectators.
Horse Jobs
Horse Jobs – Breeding and Reproduction
The horse industry is a large one & that means there is also a large selection of jobs working with horses to choose from. Breeding stables may also employ additional stable personnel or health professionals. Breeding & reproduction are important parts of the horse industry, especially for show horses, race horses & breeds that are […]
Videos with Horses
Horse Trekking in Iceland
Due to their isolated location, strict import laws and dedicated breeding practices the Icelandic Horse boosts one of the purest bloodlines on the planet. This video shows a group of riders on a trek in Iceland, they are accompanied by a herd of horses which they take turns riding. Icelandic horses are gaited, athletic and […]
Horseplay
Funny Horses
Image from DIKESH.com It’s no secret that horses can be funny animals, they have the power to make us smile, giggle and even laugh until we cry. Combine that with some great photography (and in some cases a little Photoshop) and you have images that are guaranteed to make you LOL. It’s not just about […]
Events
Horse Affairs 2010
The Trough
10 Beautiful Places You May Not Know
Image from Alaskan Dude Lately I’ve been using Fridays to do some traveling through pictures. It’s been interesting to learn about new places on Mother Earth & see some of the breathtaking beauty she has to offer. Last week it was spectacular natural places & the week before we visited some sites of historical beauty. […]
Horse Basics
Andalusian Horse – Breed of the Week
The blood of the mighty Andalusian horse runs through the veins of almost every western breed known today. They traveled with the Spanish to the Americas and were among the first breeds to be re-introduced to North America since the ice age.
Events
National Reining Horse Association Futurity 2010
This show is put on by Uniting Reining Deutschland and the NRHA of the US. They are proud to offer the highest prize purses paid for reining outside of the US. Last year was their first year and they attracted 300 horses and competitors and more than 10,000 visitors. In addition to the shows there […]
Horse Basics
Horse Racing Terminology
Since we have written about horse terminology we’ve had requests for more information about more specific parts of the industry. Here is some of the basic terminology & lingo for the horse racing world. Action The way a horse moves. Age January 1st is the birth date for all Thoroughbred horses. All-Age Race A race […]
Horse Art
The Horses of Anton Mauve
Anton was a Dutch realist painter who was perhaps best known for being an influence on the early work of Vincent van Gogh (his wife’s cousin). This is an artist who didn’t carry the support of his family into his artistic endeavors, which seemed to drive his work. Rural Life The majority of his pieces […]
Events
MHC Stallion Expo and Trade Show 2010
27th Annual Michigan Horse Council International Stallion Exhibition and Trade Show Show Features Michigan High School Rodeo Association Rodeo Church Service on Sunday Demonstrations and clinics Admission 15 and over – $10.00 advance $12.00 at the door Ages 6 to 14 – $5.00 advance $6.00 at the door Ages 5 and under – Free 3-day […]