Draft Horse Competition
Draft Horse Competition
Two weeks ago when we rolled into Utah, I noticed a billboard advertising a draft horse competition at Young Living lavender farm. The lavender farm is about 10 minutes away from where we are parked, so we decided to go that weekend.
I have never heard of a competition for draft horses, but I love the big horses, and this seemed like a great photo opportunity too.
These black Percheron’s are so handsome.
They all had their manes braided, and with ribbons. And of course there is all the bling of the harnesses too.
The actual competition took place in a big stadium arena. The teams would ride around the arena for the judge, and the drivers would put the horses through their paces.
I could see better opportunity for photos outside the arena, so that’s were I went. I was able to get closer, and in a better position for photos. These guys are amazing.
These are Clydesdale’s.
While they were waiting, I was able to get some close up shots.
This image available at Fine Art America.
This image available at Fine Art America.
This image available at Fine Art America.
The Young Living lavender farms has a team of Percheron, and a wagon. After the competition we were able to go to the barn were they were, and see them up close. They sure like to be loved on.
It was a lot of fun seeing them, and watching all the teams. Such amazing animals.
And I just have to add this image. We went to the west desert to visit and photograph the wild horses. I’m so glad we did, because I got to see the Hunters Moon. Otherwise I would have missed it.
what a wonderful event!!! my grampy once entered a draft horse show with his belgian horse max… it was so great to watch all the horses that we missed our outing :o)
We are not big horse fans, but if we had to choose a horse we liked, these would be it! Mom often tells us our legs look like theirs when we need to get the furs stripped a bit! Great shot of that Hunter’s Moon.
It’s so cool you that you discovered a new event; I love finding special events that are regional or local in nature, they really take me to the heart of the culture. These horses are magnificent. But your hunter’s moon photo has me awestruck – what a capture!
I too love the draft horses — they are so powerful and beautiful.
and that hunter’s moon photo is stunning! Thank you for sharing it. I couldn’t see it here because of the clouds — so it’s a lovely gift to see it this morning.
wow- what a fabulous event to see!! I too love the large horses…
That looks like a fun event. We used to see draft horses pulling logs out of the forest in eastern Oregon. Great pics.
You captured the majesty of these horses. Love the close up images.
Great images Mary! Maybe you could sell them to the owners??? :) We stopped in at Young Living this last spring and I bought some of their products, they have the best essential oils!!!
The horses are absolutely gorgeous and that moon is too! Great shots. They sometimes have draft horse competitions at fairs around here but I haven’t been to one in a long time. I think I’m missing out!
MARY! I was in such a rush this morning to get to work, that I missed your post! I caught you on Instagram, but what an array of LOVE you have going here, with my favorite creature in the wide world. Amazing shots, and you captured their power and gentleness all in one. LOVE!
WOW! Just WOW!
Wow, those are great shots and I love how you manipulated some of them. Really really amazing! My mom was always a HUGE fan of the Clydesdales. Always think of her when I see them!
Well, I saw my favorites, the Clydesdales…thanks…great images, Mary!…:)JP
Great photos, love the moon shot especially~