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Many have fond childhood memories of Breyer Horses. These realistic model horses are quite popular among horse lovers. From stable accessories and child play toys to holiday collectibles and famous horses, there’s something for everyone no matter what your age is! So, what makes them so popular? Find out! It begins with Breyer’s commitment to...

Tattoos are artwork! They can signify a passion or former memory. It’s only logical that tattoo-loving cowgirls would want horses on their body. What better way to remember your favorite barrel racing horse, childhood pony, or trip to the barn than with a shoulder, ankle, wrist, back, or chest tattoo. There’s endless possibilities! How neat...

The HIPICO Santa Fe Summer Series, July 18-August 12, provides an incredible equestrian competition and show experience for both equine athletes and spectators. The daily events, which are all free to the general public, feature top equestrian competition, as well as The Heart of the Horse fine art show, specialty vendors offering farm-to-table-inspired meals, local...

Did you know Kacey Musgraves’ mama Karen Musgraves is an artist? Not a musical artist like her famous daughter, but she’s pretty talented herself! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karen Musgraves (@karenmusgravesartist) Pretty cool little collection of gadgets, don’t you think? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karen Musgraves (@karenmusgravesartist)...

It may be true that every artist has a style, but not every artist’s work is recognizable from across a room.  The cowgirls painted by Donna Howell-Sickles announce the artist as readily as they draw you in.  They are dynamic—confident, red-lipsticked, smiling—yet centered.  They radiate a calm joy that is only enhanced by the other...

A true artist can speak a million words through one painting, and that’s precisely what Don Weller does. As a child, Don spent his days drawing horses and cowboys, a hobby that eventually turned itself into a paying job which supported his rodeo habit. Don made the choice after college to sell his horses and...

Anne Beard lives on a rural property in the foothills of the Blue Mountains in the high desert of eastern Oregon.  There the expansive views across vast grasslands to Mount Adams and the Cascades provide both the solace and inspiration she needs to create her award-winning furniture designs.  But it is her immediate influences—the flora...

A good artist should be able to transport viewers back through time with their paintings. An excellent artist should also be able to evoke emotions from those who view their work. Nelson Boren does precisely that with his art. Nelson’s skill with watercolor is phenomenal, and you can see his connection to the cowboy way...