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 … [Read more]

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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 … [Read more]

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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 … [Read more]

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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 … [Read more]

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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 … [Read more]

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, … [Read more]

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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 … [Read more]

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Ian Gaudio: Helping Others and Creating Community 

By Britney Grover

Ian Gaudio may only be 15 years old, but he has a strong sense of community that belies his youth. In junior high, Ian participated with Dylan’s Wings of Change as a Wingman to lend emotional and … [Read more]

The Risk and Duty of Designing Jumping Courses

By Armand Leone Jr.

When it comes to course designing in the jumper rings, safety of the horse and rider are the greatest concern. However, it’s also a course designer’s job to create a track that presents a level of … [Read more]

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Unbridled With Jessica Newman

By Jan Westmark

As the founder of JustWorld International, Jessica Newman is changing the world. She started the non-profit in 2003, naming it JustWorld because her inspiration was to create a more just world. Since its inception, JustWorld has helped … [Read more]

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