“Don't 86 This”
Philosopher was my sister-in-law, Bryn’s, horse. In this painting Philly, number 86, is shown on the bit during a dressage test.
“A Leg Up”
When a rider mounts a horse they often need a boost from the trainer or another rider. This is referred to as “a leg up”. In this painting a young Katie-Bryn gets“a leg up” to groom Casey Macquire at the barn.
"The Team"
A pink coat in the equestrian world indicates a team event. In this painting the partnership between horse and rider represents “The Team.”