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Training Actors to Ride
photo credit: Phyllis Burchett
I am training Ray Stevenson, the actor who rides in Jayne Mansfield’s Car, a new film written, directed and acted in by Billy Bob Thorton. Ray learned in a few days how to steer and ride Mr. T for the the scene where he gallops across a sunflower field with his new love interest. Ray was an excellent student and learned to ride balanced quickly after many exercises like this one where he moves his arm independently of his seat.
Bugsy and Blaze
Blaze is starting to show his personality more every day, here you can see how regal he can be. Bugsy is very independent and curious like his daddy, and Blaze is more reserved. They are starting to play together every day, especially in the late afternoon when it cools down. Bugsy is now 8 weeks old and a tank, Blaze is 5 weeks old and as tall as his brother.
Webster at Windrock Farm
Webster is an integral part of Windrock Farm and as you can see one of his specialties is hugging, come visit soon and meet the mascot of the farm. Suzanne Clair Guard captured this image on a recent visit.
Meet Mr. T and RJ at The Meadow Park, Doswell, VA
RJ and Mr. T will be giving a demo at 2pm at the Meadow Horse Park in Doswell, VA as part of the 40th year Birthday Bash for the amazing Big Red, Secretariat. Come visit the park and meet us in the stables, or at the arena. Check for upcoming demos and clinics on our web site Swanson Peterson Producions
Training In Aiken
We have been working on many different breeds of horses with a variety of issues to correct. This walking horse was a champion in the show arena and is now a trail horse. Because of his training for the class caused him to have flashbacks while mounting and moving off for the first few steps.
We have been working with Chiller to build his confidence to stand quietly and not panic in the first step off. He is improving every day and is incredibly comfortable to ride.