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Even if your farm is right outside your front door, it can be nice to have some green, leafy friends inside, too. The first step is finding the right planter. Getting a planter that accents your home and fits your plant can be tough. If you can’t find one that fits your style and works...

Carrie Ballantyne grew up in Southern California, but it is the people of the Mountain West—especially those engaged in traditional lifestyles tied to the land—who inspire her art.  Ranchers, ropers, Nevada buckaroos, old-timers, horse trainers, rodeo cowboys, children with their animals, a favorite model from the nearby Crow reservation: Her inspiration is as varied as...

Art is a huge part of home decor. A quality work of art can be a great accent piece for a room, as well as a beautiful conversation piece. One-of-a-kind art is special and can become a prized possession if you find a piece that speaks to you. We’re here to help you find that...

Rodeos are filled with a variety of horseback events. Certain breeds of horses dominate the western world of barrel racing, pole bending, roping, cutting, and bronc riding. These horses are generally stocky, compact, and on the shorter side. Can you guess which breeds you’re likely to see the most of? Quarter Horses Whether the horse...

Show season is just around the corner. That means it’s time to pull out your horse trailer and take it for a spin. Maybe there’s a bit more rust than you remember… A fresh paint job might be just what it needs. Here’s some inspiration if you’re looking to give your trailer a face lift!...

If you’re looking for beautiful western art to bring into your home, look no further! Bradley Chance Hays is no stranger to pastels, acrylics, watercolor and oils. Every single one of his works of art is a stunner, and would make a wonderful addition to your home. “Chance has participated in rodeos since a small...

In 1519, when the Spanish explorer Hernando Cortez sailed to the Americas, the horses he brought included, according to the Spanish Historian Diaz del Castillo, a “pinto,” and a “dark roan horse” with “white patches.” These are the first “Paint” horses known to the New World. Like the flashy Appaloosa, “painted horses” became popular among...

I was at Frames Etc. in Stephenville, Texas and fell absolutely in love with this piece when I saw it. Turns out, the young lady that had it framed received it as a Christmas gift from her parents. It was painted specifically for her. As beautiful and interesting as this painting is, our artist has...