“Any glimpse into the life of an animal quickens our own and makes it so much the larger and better in every way.” – John Muir
Introductions
The stallion presents himself to a mare and foal.
Mellow
The expression on a horse’s face is an indicator of their mindset. This beautiful young mare is in a happy place inside and out.
Glacial Blue Eyes
Try to tear your gaze away from the mesmerizing eyes on this young horse.
Misty Meeting
The face of acceptance; the softness in her face shows no anxiety about my being there.
Ground Thunder
Passing in close proximity, even a small thundering herd evokes primal thrill.
Not To Worry
A favorite That Herd member is found after a long period of no sightings.
Dreaming of Horses
“That night he dreamt of horses in a field on a high plain where the spring rains had brought up the grass and the wildflowers out of the […]
Are You My Mother?
When a filly wakes from a nap and cannot immediately find her mother, she makes several mistakes while soliciting each mare she comes upon for comfort. It was […]
The Warning
During the first few days of life the mares are very vigilant with other herd members about keeping their distance from the newborns. As a whole, though, the […]
Portrait of a Natural Existence
” … we lost our ancient proximity to animals, and the clouds past [passed] swiftly by without us.” -William Kittredge Something has caught the attention of the herd […]