equine art

The American Academy of Equine Art (AAEA) has named well-known sculptor Gwen Reardon the recipient of the initial Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to the field. She was the unanimous choice among the AAEA's board of directors for the honor. Among Reardon's best-known works are the life-sized sculptures in downtown Lexington's Thoroughbred Park. Most prominent are the seven horses pictured mid-race complete with riders the likes of Willie Shoemaker and Pat Day. Also at Thoroughbred Park appear her sculptures of mares and foals, in addition to a sculpture of...