My Soapbox for Equestrian Writings
The Quadrille today is a choreographed dressage ride that’s usually performed to music. As a ridden demonstration it became popular in the 17th century with four riders performing movements in a square. In fact, it was so popular that it became a popular dance. Riding in a quadrille is very challenging. I’ve tried it and […]
Read MoreOne of the most viewed posts on my blog highlights the photography of Tim Flach. I recently came across several YouTube videos that show the behind the scenes set up for several of the photographs in his new work, Equus. I really enjoyed hearing him interviewed and watching the set up of the photographs.
Read MoreThis photographer at the Winter Equine Festival in Wellington, Fla., learned that the most dangerous place to be during a jumper class was not on the horse, but rather on the ground! Luckily it appears that horse, rider and photographer all escaped unscathed.
Read MoreThere was some unusual excitement on the streets of Paris yesterday when Garibaldi, 15 year old Stallion, unceremoniously dumped his Republican Guard rider and high tailed it for home. The 10-year veteran of the force spooked while on patrol. Despite a gallop of nearly 5 kilometers (a bit over 3 miles), dodging traffic and police […]
Read MoreAfter looking at all the photos of the Blue Mustang, it struck me that for many people, the most common image of a rearing horse (other than a wild stallion) is that of the Levade, a movement where a horse rears up at a 45% angle and then holds the pose for several seconds. It […]
Read MorePublic art is often a mixed bag. Some people love it and some love to hate it. The Blue Mustang, a 32-foot tall cast fiberglass sculpture by New Mexico artist Luis Jiménez, exemplifies this dichotomy. Situated at the Denver airport, it makes quite the first impression. While some call the Mustang a masterpiece, others have […]
Read MoreI received a comment earlier this week about Radar, suggesting that he is no longer the world’s tallest horse. Radar, a Belgian draft horse, stands at 19.3 1/2 hands and is currently listed as the tallest living horse in the Guinness Book of World Records. Previous Posts about Radar: Equine Sublime or Ridiculous? Move Over […]
Read MoreLolcats sure is cute. But wouldn’t you rather laugh at horses? Send in your photos with suggested captions and I’ll post the best ones here!
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