54th & 55th Releases - Design Meanings and Style - 2021 Summer & 2022 Winter

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Golden Jewel Artist: Maria Ryan "Golden Jewel Pony" was conceived as a stunning way to both honor and share, with the modern world, various Native American traditions.  One such tradition encompasses wearing unique, distinctive, handcrafted jewelry made of precious metals and adorned with turquoise and authentic gemstones. The designs, strongly influenced by spiritual beliefs and tribal legends, were not simply decorative, they served as a wearable bank that depicted social class within a tribe. Maria also created: Magical Swan, Boot Camp, Penguin Express, Poinsettia, Native Jewel, Kachina, Earth Angels, Native Essence, Christmas Kittens, Prance to the Music, Autumn Cornucopia, Wedding Wishes, Spirit Bear Pony.

PeaceKeeper Artist: Lorna Matsuda We all know someone with a heart of gold who would do anything for friends and family. Someone who puts others first when times are tough, shows kindness and love and is always there for you in times of need. "Peacekeeper" is an equine tribute to these very special people who prove time and again that angels do indeed walk this earth. Lorna has also created: Spirit of the Chief, Friends Forever, Ebony in Harmony, Bells n Elves, Magical Mystery Mare, Panda Paws, Crimson Joy, Fawn Memories, Turquoise Princess, Rope My Heart, Eagle Spirit, Peppermint Sticks, Santa's Little Helper, Mistletoe Kisses, Winchester.

Pintado Pasado Artist: Kelly Kurtz Spanish for “Painted Past," "Pintado Pasado" honors the early history of the American Paint Horse that first reached the shores of America in 1519. When the Spanish Conquistadors sailed to the new world they brought different horse breeds with them. A diary kept on one of the voyages describes a horse with “four white stockings” mating with “a dark roan horse with white patches on his side.” They turned out to be the Adam and Eve of the American Paint Horse, a breed that was treasured and believed to be sacred, among Native Americans.. Kelly also created: Follow Your Dreams, Blood Brother, Legend of the Blue Horse, Desperado.

Tatanka Sak Artist: Crystal Snow The coats of buffalo are traditionally brown, so when a white buffalo is born, according to Plains Indians tribal lore, it is a sacred sign of good times to come. The horse is another animal highly revered by Native Americans, so this artist felt a blending of the two would make a striking design that honored both the buffalo and the horse.  Adorned with accompanying symbols - circles around the eyes and nose to see and smell danger, lightning bolts for speed and nimble-footedness and a bear paw for strength - "Tatanka Ska" (Lakota for white buffalo) represents an icon of hope and positive transformation. This is Crystal's first pony

55th Release - 2022 Winter

Forest Spirit Artist: Emily Overman “Forest Spirit” beautifully captures the transformation of a stallion that has raced through a field of wildflowers and plunged into a nearby forest. It portrays where wild spirits dance throughout the woods, while wolves and deer live in harmony. Emily also created: Mystic Dreamer, Starlight Dance,

Barn Buddies Artist: Kathleen Moody With “Barn Buddies,” The Trail of Painted Ponies is blazing a new trail: it is the artistic depiction of the special relationship that horses have with different species. Friends come in all shapes and sizes, especially equines and felines. Katheleen also created: Don't Fence me In, Star is Born, Prince of Wind, Little Big Horse, Cloud Hunter, Unconquered, Home Sweet Home, Arabian Splendor, Born to Run, War Magic, Fire & Ice, Joyful Serenade, Dance of the Mustang, Wind Whisperer, Voodoo, Forever Young, We 3 Kings Centerpiece.

Trail's End Artist: Vicki Knepper-Adrian “Trail’s End,” on the other hand, is intended to represent just the opposite. It characterizes the end of one trail and the beginning of another. It is a symbol of the resilience and determination that embodies the Native American people of today Vicki has also created: Wounded Knee, Let it Snow, War Cry, Warrior Brothers, Hopi Maidens, Tribal Paint, Horseplay, Trail of Tears, Crossroads, Cheyenne Warrior, Western Leather.

Starlight Dance Artist: Emily Overman While the earth appears dark and quiet below, “Starlight Dance” illuminates the sky above. As she runs through the night she leaves a gleaming trail of light behind her, and stardust falls from her golden hooves. Emily has also created: Mystic Dreamer, Forest Spirit.

Winchester Artist: Lorna Matsuda Seen in the hands of countless cowboys in numerous Hollywood westerns, the Winchester, lever-action “repeating rifle,” was the weapon of choice for the Western horseman. Which is why it is often called “The Gun that Won the West.” Lorna has also created: Spirit of the Chief, Friends Forever, Ebony in Harmony, Bells n Elves, Magical Mystery Mare, Panda Paws, Crimson Joy, Fawn Memories, Turquoise Princess, Rope My Heart, Eagle Spirit, Peppermint Sticks, Santa's Little Helper, Mistletoe Kisses. Peacekeeper.

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