Descriptions of workshops and horses that'll be available at Breyerfest 2008!
Bluegrass Bandit
Dark Grey Tennessee Walking Horse mare on the new TWH mold
Bluegrass Bandit, a 2002 grey Tennessee Walking Horse mare, is known to steal the show when it comes to Trail Pleasure classes. At the 2005 Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, Bandit was crowned the World Champion in Youth English Trail Pleasure and in Amateur Owned and Trained Western Trail Pleasure. In the end, she was named the World Grand Champion in Western Pleasure and was voted the Trail Pleasure Horse of the Year by Voice of the Tennessee Walking Horse Magazine. Come meet Bandit and her owners Chip, Bonny, and Jared Carrier of Gobblers Knob Farm in Franklin, KY.
DZ Weedo
Buckskin Blanket Appaloosa on the Stock Horse Stallion mold, looks like a new tail
DZ Weedo, endearingly known as Odie by his owners Doug and Sue Schembri of Char-O-Lot Ranch in Florida, is a 1994 buckskin Appaloosa stallion. He is particularly well-known in the Western show ring as a multiple national and world champion in Western Riding and trail competitions. His offspring have won several world and national championships, as well as eight Bronze Medallions in racing, 1050 performance points and 304 halter points. Son of the Hall of Fame mare Merry Weedo, DZ Weedo's accomplishments include 1997 Appaloosa National Champion in the Trail Horse divison and 1998 Appaloosa World Champion in the Western Riding division.
Fox Valley Oliver
Black on the Wintersong (Othello) mold
A champion ambassador for the breed, Fox Valley Oliver, an 18-hand Shire owned by Kathy Whitaker of Flying Feathers Farm in New Providence, PA, excels in halter and driving competitions as well as in the sport of combined driving. From 2000 to 2003, he earned several reserve championships in the U.S. and Canada and was named Senior Champion Stallion at the Ohio State Fair in 2003.
Pimlico PCA
Representing Thee Desperado, a Bay on the Proud Arabian Stallion mold
Sired by 11-time Egyptian Arabian Sire of the Year, Thee Desperado (2008 Breyer Spring release model), Pimlico is a stunning example of the undeniable beauty, tail carriage, and graceful movement of the Egyptian Arabian. This Western pleasure horse has many awards including: 2004 Egyptian Event Supreme Champion Stallion, 2003 Egyptian Event Champion Stallion (6-9 Years Old), 2006 Top Five Stallion Region Nine Championships and 2007 Region Nine Champion Stallion.
Advanced Customizing
Skill Level: Advanced
Extreme customizer Tiffany Purdy is armed and dangerous! Even before the workshop begins, Tiffany will work with participants to create a plan and gather materials to turn your model into a custom work of art.
Appaloosa Painting
Skill Level: Intermediate, 14 & Up
Laurie Jo, known for her Appaloosa painted models, will teach the basic types of Appaloosa techniques for achieving a realistic pattern on a model horse.
Arabian Costume
Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced
Join JAH-featured artist Jennifer Wilson as she shows you how to create gorgeous Arabian costumes for your horses. Be prepared to learn her show-winning secrets!
Arabian Halter
Skill Level: Beginner
Work with Jill Floyd and learn how to make your own exotic Arabian halter. Supplies are provided, but you may want to bring along your favorite Arabian model!
Celebration Horse Jewelry Painting
Skill Level: Intermediate
Join artist Sheryl Leisure as she guides you through details like eyes and face markings as you creaye your very own wearable art! Resin pins sculpted by Sheryl in the likeness of our 2008 Celebration Horse Alborzo.
Diorama Making
Skill Level: Intermediate
Martina Vannelli, whose lifelike dioramas have been used in Breyer catalogs and ads, will explain how to add all those little details to make a realistic set up for your model. Students will make props to take home and use on their own set ups.
Drawing Horses
Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate
In this class students learn how to shade, block, and use horse anatomy together to go beyond the "stick horse figure!"
Dream Horse Kit
Skill Level: Beginner
Students will work alongside the instructor as she guides the through this fun kit for painting a model horse and adding a mohair mane and tail. Each student gets his or her own kit including a Breyer Classics scale model horse!
Dressage Saddles #1 and #2
Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced
This is a two-part class designed to help students make a beautiful Dressage saddle. Students will have a 30 min. break between classes. Class requires an additional $20 fee.
English Bridle
Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced
Join Carrie Olguin and LeeAnn Masters, experienced tack makers, as they show you how to create a show-worthy bridle!
Etching Horses
Skill Level: Beginner
Have you see those model horses with the realistic hair coats carved into the surface? Here's your chance to etch your own model horse! Join Lindy as she shows you the secrets of etching. Class uses sharp blades.
Fantasy Horse Painting
Skill Level: Beginner
Students will work alongside an instructor as she guides them through this fun kit for painting a tiny scale horse model with wings. Each student gets their own kit!
Horse Jewelry Making
Skill Level: Beginner
Join acclaimed HGTV featured polymer clay artist and equine artist, Darleen Bellan, as she teaches you how to make the most fashionable horse jewelry around. From necklaces to bracelets, make it at BreyerFest and wear it home!
Just For Kids! Paint
Skill Level: Intermediate, 10 & Up
Pick your favorite color! This class is for kids ages 10 and up who want to learn advanced skills for painting their own model horses. Classics model included.
Model Horse Tote Bag
Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
Join Jane as she helps you design and paint a unique Breyer-themes tote bag to carry all your models and more!
Model Blanket Kit
Skill Level: Beginner
This is a great way to get started making your own accessories for model horses! Students will use the kit to make horse blankets, a halter, and lead rope.
Paddock Pals Painting
Skill Level: Beginner
Students wil world alongside the instructor as she guides them through this fun kit for painted a small-scale horse model.
Painting: The Basics & Beyond
Skill Level: Beginner
From prepping the body to adding shading and markings, this is a great way to get started customizing model horses.
Pastels and Pastel Pony
Skill Level: Intermediate, 10 & Up
Pastels are a great way to layer soft, realistic colors on your model horse and add shading and detail. Learn the techniques for using these chalks including how to make them stay on when you're through. Pastels = Classics scale model. Pastel Pony = Stablemates scale model.
Photography
Skill Level: Intermediate
Karen Hoagland will have you shooting great pictures of horses in no time! Bring along your camera and learn how to set up shots and take memorable photos!
Repairing Model Horses
Skill Level: Beginner
This hands-on class will walk you through the methods of repairing a broken leg, ear, or tail. Class requires use of sculpting epoxy and motor tools.
Scene-Making for Beginners
Skill Level: Beginner
Ever wondered how to create a life-like scene to use in photo shows and performance classes? Now is your chance to make anything from an English countryside to a Westen town, complete with props!
Sculpting 101
Skill Level: Beginner
Learn to sculpt with a pro! Instructor Sue Sifton has sculpted quite a few of the horses in the Breyer line. Students will work outside with a real horse model and learn the basics from armature to final figure.
Sculpting Manes & Tails
Skill Level: Intermediate
A new mane and tail can give any model a whole new look. Using epoxy, these experienced model horse artists will show you how to give your model a new 'do!
Western Halter
Skill Level: Beginner
Making a Westen type halter is easy once you know the ropes. Bring along your favorite horse to "custom fit" your halter.
Western Tack Kit
Skill Level: Beginner
Join Lisa Bickford as she walks you through Breyer's newest activity kit - Western Tack Making! Making a Western saddle is easy using this step-by-step kit.
