Ruth Green: Equestrian Adventures in Art

By Shya Beth Ruth Green’s journey into the horse world is filled with vibrant locations and enriched by her career as a sculptor. Crossing continents and working in diverse equestrian disciplines while pursuing her love of sculpture, Ruth has become an established animal sculptor. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Ruth’s story takes a

Horse Life from Animal Health Industry to Barrel Racing 

Doug Stouffer Kansas City, Missouri Marketing Manager – USA for Hygain Feeds How long have you been part of the horse world?  I’ve had horses my entire life. I grew up in Nebraska, and mostly competed in 4-H and open saddle club shows. I’ve done showmanship, halter, Western pleasure, Western horsemanship, trail, Western riding, reining,
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Bianca Schmidt: Going Farther Than Gold

By Ruby Tevis Portraits by Melissa Fuller Over the last few years, Bianca Schmidt has burst onto the dressage scene with a fierce drive to succeed. Not only has the 19-year-old rider triumphed at the North American Youth Championships, Bianca became a USDF Gold medalist as just a teenager. Now, she’s looking forward to returning
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Rob Gray: Success Without the Saddle

By Britney Grover Portraits by Melissa Fuller Rob Gray has been deeply entrenched in the equestrian world his entire life. He started attending horse shows soon after he was born, got his first pony at 4 and went to Wellington for the first time at 6. Now, Rob’s life and career revolve around horses. But
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The Hues of Horses

What does my horse “see” and why does he react to something one day and a few days later he has no reaction at all? An owl can see a mouse moving more than 150 feet away. A dragonfly has 30,000 lenses in its eyes. These lenses assist them with motion detection and, consequently, it’s
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Max and Tom Wachman: Irish Brothers From Famed Family 

By Louise Parkes Portraits by Lorriane O’Sullivan It’s no surprise that Irish teens Max and Tom Wachman are involved with horses. What is a surprise is their chosen discipline: Showing under their family’s Coolmore Showjumping banner, the brothers competed at the 2021 Winter Equestrian Festival. With a pedigree like theirs, they seem much more likely
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Julie Lawther: Sharing the Love of Horses in Art

By Shya Beth  Using oils, acrylics and color pencils, Julie Lawther lends her one-of-a-kind style to each of her paintings. While pursuing a realistic approach to each subject, she demonstrates the uncanny ability to forge a connection with each viewer in a way that is familiar and enchanting. That ability is key to her success
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Reviving a Farm to a Sport Horse Haven

Aleco Bravo-Greenberg Rutledge Farm, Middleburg, Virginia Businessman How long have you been part of the horse world?  I’ve been involved with horses my entire life. I rode my first horse, a Shetland pony, at Pegasus/Meadowbrook in Washington, D.C. when I was 6 years old. When I was 16, I had the privilege of training with

Rockin’ Mental Tools in Riding and Competition

By George Williams “It’s all because your mama don’t dance and your daddy don’t rock and roll!” The Loggins & Messina lyric is definitely catchy. I’m not sure why it popped into my head when it did. However, it immediately became my mantra to help me maintain a calm and focused mind when the young
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Aubrey Torrez Believes in the Underdogs

By Ruby Tevis Portraits by Hannah Draughan  Aubrey Torrez seeks the silver linings in every situation. No matter the obstacle that lies ahead of her, Aubrey won’t give up on herself or her horses. Aubrey’s determination has led her to find success with the most unlikely of partners — from her one-eyed show jumper that
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