Photo Album

Our Photo Album is perfect for keeping your special memoirs on display or carry it with you for just plain showing and bragging about your beautiful horses, pets and family. Album holds 100 4" x 6" or 31/2" x 51/2" Photos. Sleeves are acid free. Each cover is adorned with either a solid brass or bronze head and comes with brass plate for engraving.


Brass Head

OBW102 - $ 34.95

Large Bronze Head

OBW103 - $ 34.95




Dressage
The Art of Classical Riding

Sylvia Loch

Foreword by Brigadier General Kurt Albrecht Formerly Director of the Spanish Riding School, Vienna


BP316 - $ 45.00



Available Again! First Published in 1990, this comprehensive history of dressage by classical riding historian Sylvia Loch is back in print by popular demand.

Here Loch traces the development of classical equitation from antiquity, through the Baroque period of enlightenment to Nuno Oliveira, the Spanish Riding School and modern dressage competitions. Remarkably, this is the only English-language book to comprehensively cover all the great masters, past and present, and to explain in depth the methods and schools that they represent.

Loch's practical knowledge of her subject enables her to illustrate what motivated and influenced the masters and what and how they taught. She also contrasts modern dressage at the Olympic level with the teachings of the classical masters and offers thoughts on how this ancient art has been influenced by the modern ideas of sport.
Color and B/W photos, Hardcover.




Classical Schooling with the Horse in Mind
Gentle Gymnastic Training Techniques

Anja Beran with commentary by Dr. Gerd Heuschmann

BP315 - $ 45.00



With the training of the horse in the “classical” artistic form first taught by Xenophon over 2,500 years ago at its heart, this honest examination of “horsemanship”—past, present, and future—stands alone today in its power of consciousness–raising. Anja Beran’s gentle, but insistent, demand that every rider and trainer, beginner or expert, turn a critical eye toward his or her own methods urges readers to never forego their principle responsibilities in terms of their horse’s development and welfare. Meticulous, conscientious attention to the physical evolution of the horse during training and patient, correct progression through levels of learning should always trump ribbons, prize money, and fame.

Whether a novice rider with limited experience, or an expert equestrian; whether training a green youngster or polishing an advanced competitor, this lovely, thoughtful book provides the ultimate modern reference in classical training technique. 192 PP




Photographing and "Videoing" Horses Explained

Digital and Film by Charles Mann

BP113 - $ 27.50



Photographing and “Videoing” Horses Explained—Digital and Film
The Horse Owner’s Manual for Improved Portraits, Schooling Tools, Sales and Promotions
CHARLES MANN

From your daughter’s first lead-line class to your wife or husband’s bid for the division championship, from a magazine or online sales ad to a short video to interest a potential buyer, most horse people try to capture countless "photo ops." Unfortunately, the resulting pictures and videos are often disappointing—perhaps failing to follow the action or losing the subject in a blur of motion or the glare of sunlight.

While the family album or home video collection can forgive "bloopers," if the lovely mare you wish to sell appears ill-proportioned or your stallion is filmed parading in front of a clutter of farm equipment, potential clients will see—not beauty or talent—only camera-induced flaws. And, such mistakes can be downright costly!

Fortunately, world-renowned horse photographer Charles Mann and professional equine video producer Stromy May have provided the ideal resource for every horse person. In this superbly illustrated, easy-to-follow book, you’ll learn about: digital and film photography fundamentals; exposure, shutter speed, and depth of field; lenses, focal length, zoom, and focus; resolution, resizing, and printing; camcorder and tripod basics; backgrounds, lighting and sound; linear editing and sound editing, and much more!

CHARLES MANN has covered the 1996, 2000, and 2004 Olympic Games; the 2002 and 2006 World Equestrian Games; the 1999 and 2003 Pan-American Games; and countless other major equestrian events of all disciplines. His photographs have been featured in—and on the cover of—magazines such as Sports Illustrated, Western Horse, EQUUS, Horse Illustrated, Dressage Today, Practical Horseman, Young Rider, and Chronicle of the Horse, and have won numerous awards, including the American Quarter Horse Association’s Steel Dust Award, the American Horse Shows Association Media Award, and the Chronicle of the Horse Photo of the Year. He lives in Maryland. STORMY MAY is a graduate of the Hollywood Film Institute and professional equine video producer.

212 pp • 9 x 9 ½ • 286 color photos • 1 57076 347 X paperback




Photographing Horses

BP114 - $ 29.95



This easy-to-use and easy-to-understand guide teaches you how to bypass technical considerations and learn to see horses in a new lightfine-tuning your observation skills to recognize photo opportunities.

Regardless of whether you use a film, digital or video camera to shoot conformation, action or art photos, you'll benefit from chapters on choosing and controlling the background, working with natural light, communicating with the horse's handler and looking at the entire scene from the horse's perspective. You'll learn to circumvent common problems such as distortion (for example, when the horse's head looks larger than its hindquarters), distracting background objects, camera shake, sun flare and the "spaghetti approach" (the naive notion that taking lots of random pictures will result in a good one).

Groves shows how to take portraits of people and horses together, and includes tips for taking your camera on the trail. With regard to action shots, you'll learn how to adjust the shutter speed and anticipate the action in such specific events as jumping, reining, rail classes (Western pleasure, hunter hack), roping, barrel racing, team penning and dressage.

Since videos have become not only home movies but selling tools, a section is devoted to creating persuasive "moving" pictures.


101 Longeing and Long Lining Exercises: English & Western

Cherry Hill

BP441 - $ 29.95



If you are like most people, you know what you want your horse to do and how you want him to behave. You want your training experiences to be safe and enjoyable for both you and your horse. But maybe you aren't sure what to do and when. In 101 Longeing and Long Lining Exercises you'll find complete ground training lesson plans from square 1 to square 101. Cherry Hill starts with basic in-hand and free longeing lessons, then takes you through the addition of a longe line, cavesson, bridle, surcingle, side reins, saddle, and long lines. You'll learn a wide variety of ground training exercises suitable for both English and Western horses.

In-hand section:
  • Fancy footwork
  • Whip works
  • Pitching a wave
  • Turn on the forehand
  • Sidepass
 Longeing section:
  • Stop, look, and listen
  • Outside turns
  • Inside turns
  • Whip talk Spirals
  • Wagon wheels
  • Bending tune-up
  • Contact and collection
 Long lining section:
  • Long line lingo
  • Yin y ang
  • Figure-8
  • Serpentines
  • Backing
  • Cavalletti work
  • Trail obstacles

Each of the exercises is laid out with a diagram, step-by-step instructions, and an explanation of its benefits. The exercises progress from the basic skills to more advanced ones, such as counter-canter and flying changes of lead. This book and its companion volume, Longeing and Long Lining the English and Western Horse: A Total Program, give you a solid foundation for helping your horse work in productive form. 240 pages
 


"Ashley of the House of Friesian"

A lovely new book for children, & the young at heart adults.

History not necessarily as it was; but perhaps as it should have been? Makes a great gift!

A Friesian Specialties Exclusive

All copies of Ashley of the House of Friesian will be signed by the author E.R. Swan

8x10, 42 page, Hardback Book

S10 - $ 19.95



Dancing with Horses
The Art of Body Language

by Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling

Advising that even the slightest movement by either horse or human conveys powerful information, acclaimed European trainer Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling shows how to use body language to communicate with the horse.

"His methods produce the type of horse I am always looking for, and his book teaches people to truly communicate with the horses they love. I give it four hooves up!"-The Horsemen's Voice

205 pp • 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 • 405 color photos

BP301 - $ 29.95



What Horses Reveal
From First Meeting to Friend for Life

by Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling

An illuminating look at how to recognize and respect a horse’s true character, and the relationship that can develop from a common understanding.

The author of the best-selling Dancing with Horses returns to further explain the intricate body language of the horse and how humans can best interpret that language to determine a horse’s nature and behavior.

206 pp • 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 • 440 color photos

BP303 - $ 29.95



Dressage From a to X
(New, Revised Edition)

by Barbara Burkhardt

While there are many excellent books on the subject of dressage training, there are few that directly address the how-to of competing. From the basics of the sport to the minutest of details, the author provides information on preparing oneself and one's horse mentally and physically, choosing shows and completing entry forms, memorizing and riding the dressage test, selecting and caring for appropriate and legal equipment, grooming, developing a warm-up, evaluating performance, and planning for future improvement. Barbara Burkhardt, a dressage instructor and competitor for over 35 years, has managed and judged numerous dressage competitions. She lives in Los Lunas, New Mexico.

BP337 - $ 22.95



Schooling Horses in Hand
A Means of Suppling and Collection

By: Richard Hinrichs

The lost art of schooling horses in hand is revived here with clear explanations and plentiful color photos detailing all the techniques for training horses from the ground: work on the longe, long reining, suppling and collecting, shoulder-in, half-pass, piaffe, passage, the Spanish walk, and basic airs above the ground. 160 pp., 6 ½ x 9 ½, 116 color photos.

BP450 - $ 29.95



Bombproof Your Horse
Teach your horse to be confident, obedient, and safe no matter what you encounter.

By Sgt. Rick Pelicano

Sgt Rick Pelicano, of the Maryland National Capitol Park Police, has vast experience dealing with new recruits and horses–and chaos. He has translated his experience into a step by step 'bombproofing' program, to proactively train horses and riders to cope with unexpected situations. He starts with an evaluation quiz, and teaches physical skills through basic training exercises. He then follows up with conceptual skills to show how the horse thinks (reward and punishment, and comfort zone), then applies the learning, specific groundwork strategies, and preventive/corrective behaviors for bad habits. Great photos and hilarious cartoon sketches make this book a delight in additon to a valuable tool!

BP323 - $ 24.95



101 Dressage Exercises For Horse & Rider


By: Jec Aristotle Ballou

101 Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider features a full arena diagram and step-by- step instructions for each exercise. The exercises address all levels of riders, starting with the basics and moving up the levels. Training tips and masterly guidance make this an indispensable reference for all dressage riders. Even Western riders interested in enhancing their performance will find these foundational exercises useful. Spiral Bound Paperback.

BP457 - $ 29.95



Enlightened Riding


Enlightened Riding, Dressage as Development for Horse and Rider presents a comprehensive view of dressage, exploring the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits of dressage for horse and rider.

As a licensed S Dressage judge, FEI rider, trainer, instructor, and owner of Sea Horse Ranch, Barbi brings an in-depth knowledge of the physical and mental aspects of dressage to this book.

Janet, a Marriage and Family Counselor, who specializes in sports psychology, extends the scope of the book to include a deeper understanding of the emotional and spiritual aspects of dressage. Although many of these ideas are timeless, their vision is unique. They explore the inter-play between the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions of riding and give practical methods for overcoming blocks along the road of riding development. They also evoke the sense of harmony and beauty that provides the philosophical context for this journey.



BP442 - $ 22.95


Enlightened Riding

"The Pyramid Effect" CD


Guided imagery produces a relaxed, deeper state of consciousness that taps into the mind, body, spirit connection to enhance personal growth and development. Simply put on your headphones, press play, and open the window to your imagination. For the next thirty minutes relax and allow the imagery and music to help you become the rider you imagine yourself to be.

Olympian Hilda Gurney says, "Guided imagery, a form of mental practice, is an excellent method to increase your effectiveness as a rider." The Pyramid effect is designed to heighten and integrate physical strength and suppleness, mental clarity and focus, emotional calm and steadiness, and spiritual vitality and connection. Repeated listening will reinforce your gains, helping you ride more effectively


CDP1 - $ 17.95


Enlightened Riding

"Shield of Courage" CD


Guided Imagery produces a relaxed, deeper state of consciousness that taps into the mind, body, spirit connection to enhance personal growth and development. Simply put on your headphones, press play, and open the window to your imagination. For the next thirty minutes relax and allow the imagery and music to help you become the rider you imagine yourself to be.

Designed for all equestrians, this inner journey takes you through a powerful ceremony to create and internalize your own shield of courage. Repeated listening will help you feel assertive, sit deeply, engage your power center, and face feared situations widely, quickly, and boldly.


CDP2 - $ 17.95





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