A Tale of Two Horse Shows
Monday, January 19 2015
By Susan Friedland-Smith
It was the best of times and … the best of times for fans of equestrian competition in Southern California during the last quarter of 2014 as downtown Los Angeles hosted the inaugural Los Angeles Masters Grand … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Horse Heaven: From the Movies to Wellington
Wednesday, December 24 2014
By Kerstie Allen
When I’m not galloping around the polo field, I like to catch up with friends who ride in other equestrian disciplines. While still seeking the adrenaline rush of playing polo, I also enjoy being a stunt … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Learning To Fly
Tuesday, November 18 2014
Polo Gives Alex Ebel His Wings
By Lauren R. Giannini
Alex Ebel was 5 when he discovered Ralph Lauren’s signature line of polo shirts. Made from the softest pima cotton, they felt good against his sensitive skin and became a … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Adventures of My Green, Hot Horseman
Tuesday, November 18 2014
By Susan Friedland-Smith
Back in July, my husband, Mark, who is now a budding equestrian, purchased a helmet in anticipation of his future riding “career.” I really had no idea he was planning on crossing over to the horse side. … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Priscilla Presley Is “All Shook Up” About The Tennessee Walking Horse Industry
Monday, October 20 2014
By Doris Degner-Foster
During the Christmas season of 1967, Elvis Presley — the King of Rock and Roll — presented his beautiful, glamorous wife, Priscilla, with a gift that would change not only their lives forever, but also the lives … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Turning Art Into Life
Monday, October 06 2014
By Taylor Renner
It’s not often someone can transform their passions into their livelihood — even more rare is the selflessness to utilize those passions to give back to someone else. But this is exactly what Colorado artist Barbara Wright … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Going Green With Green Barns
Monday, August 18 2014
By Katie Navarra
We’re surrounded by energy-saving devices at home and at work. From appliances to vehicles to energy-efficient light bulbs and gadgets designed to limit waste or reduce the volume of water or electricity consumed, we’re regularly reminded of … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Kerstie Allen’s Passion for Polo & All Things Equine
Tuesday, August 12 2014
By Kerstie Allen
I was born and raised in Melbourne, Australia. Being a very big-city-like setting, the last thing you’d expect to encounter would be a horse. However, from my earliest memory, and me being me, I could think of … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Old Friends: Young at Heart & Horsing Around
Monday, August 04 2014
By Lauren R. Giannini
In 2002, when a story in Bloodhorse magazine broke the news that Ferdinand – 1986 Kentucky Derby winner, 1987 Breeders’ Cup Classic winner and 1987 Eclipse Horse of the Year – had met his demise in … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Susan Artes — Leading by Example
Monday, July 28 2014
By Sophie St. Clair
Susan Kroshinsky Artes has been living a life shaped by horses since the age of 7. She’s a professional rider, trainer and owner of Susan Artes Stables located in the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature