Ordinary Wonderment

A breath-taking sight: Andalusian stallion with his handler.

Today's Joy (Part I): The Horses & Varied Disciplines Exhibited at the St. James Farm Homecoming Celebration.
Reader, after attending & photographing this amazing equestrian event with my family, I looked over all the images I captured (nearly 600 in total) and decided that one post is insufficient to pay homage to my loved ones & their horses as well as all of the other participants. So, Part I of today's joy includes just a few shots of the various breeds, riding disciplines and showmanship demonstrated on May 29th, 2010 at St. James Farm.

Many of the shots below feature a traveling performance troupe of Andalusians & Friesians. They were a sight to behold. SO gorgeous! I couldn't whip my camera out fast enough to capture their dramatic and skillful demonstrations. For more highlights from the St. James Farm Forest Preserve Homecoming Celebration, click here.


Andalusian stallion headshot.


A gorgeous pair.

Riding Demonstration.

Andalusian stallion bows for the crowd.

Andalusian in harness.

Andalusian pulling a cart.

Another gorgeous Andalusian.

A beautiful Dressage demonstration.

Demonstrating the concentration & precision required in Dressage riding.

Dressage Movement.

Girl & Friesian demonstrate Spanish riding.

Mario & his traveling troupe waiting to perform.

Spanish Riding & Long Lining Demonstration.

Mario demonstrating Spanish horsemanship and long lining from the saddle.

Mario & Andalusian pair bow for the crowd.

Member of Miniature Horse Drill Team.

Vaulting Demonstration.