Captain Lisa Rakes: Educating, Protecting and Befriending on Horseback
Saturday, August 28 2021
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Ruby Tevis
Captain Lisa Rakes has always been interested in police work — and doing it from horseback makes it that much more rewarding. Born and raised in Kentucky, Lisa earned her bachelor’s degree in … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story
2021 US Equestrian European Young Rider Tour
Friday, August 27 2021
By George Williams
The immigration officer read through my letters from US Equestrian and the Compiègne show organizer before handing me back my passport and allowing me to pick up my bags at the Schiphol Airport after my flight arrived … [Read more]
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A Love for Ponies and Horses Brings Great Opportunities
Wednesday, August 25 2021
Emi Richard
11 years old
Middlefield, Connecticut
What school do you go to?
I just finished school at Frank Ward middle school and hoping to do online school next year.
When did you start riding?
I’ve been riding since I … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story
Unbridled With Michel Vaillancourt
Monday, August 16 2021
By Jan Westmark
Show jumper Michel Vaillancourt has worn many hats in the equestrian world. While currently a sought-after course designer, his talent in the saddle took him to Olympic and Pan Am Games as a member of the Canadian … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story
Ruth Green: Equestrian Adventures in Art
Monday, August 02 2021
By Shya Beth
Ruth Green’s journey into the horse world is filled with vibrant locations and enriched by her career as a sculptor. Crossing continents and working in diverse equestrian disciplines while pursuing her love of sculpture, Ruth has become … [Read more]
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Rob Gray: Success Without the Saddle
Monday, July 26 2021
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]
- Published in Cover Story
Julie Lawther: Sharing the Love of Horses in Art
Saturday, July 17 2021
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]
- Published in Cover Story
Ian Gaudio: Helping Others and Creating Community
Monday, July 12 2021
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]
- Published in Cover Story
Unbridled With Jessica Newman
Friday, July 09 2021
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]
- Published in Cover Story
Maddy Keck: At Home at Savannah College of Art and Design
Monday, July 05 2021
After a successful Junior career in the show ring, Maddy Keck had a dilemma: she wasn’t ready to give up on riding, but she also wanted to pursue her other passions. “I realized that I had never quite grown out … [Read more]
- Published in Cover Story