Art with Purpose
Supporting Wild Mustangs
Horses are about one of the most beautiful animals ever created. I don’t think that many would dispute that notion, however, their prowess, speed, and enduring spirit has been cultivated, harnessed and exploited by human ingenuity for thousands of years, unfortunately resulting in millions of horses perishing in this partnership of convenience. But not in all cases. Many love and cherish their domesticated equine partners and these horses thrive. My concern is for the one’s that live wild in the lands of western North America, the Mustang, icon and enduring spirit of the west. I believe that these wild horses have earned a place of sanctuary on public lands where they can live free and flourish unencumbered by the demands of human interference. Unfortunately, the concerns of commerce have created competition for grazing rights on western lands. In order to establish advantage for existing wild species the carrying capacity of the environment is considered and the numbers of grazing animals is restricted. The question is whether the mustangs of North America qualify for a wild status designation instead a feral nuisance is being debated. Currently, mustangs are being systematically rounded up from public lands all across the western landscape of North America and placed in holding pens under the care of government agencies. Here they may languish for years until they are either funneled into adoption events, auctioned off, or, for the lucky few, repatriated to the wild. Sanctuaries, funded by private donations, help mitigate the suffering these animals endure by providing a caring environment where mustangs can exist with minimal human contact limited to health monitoring and augmented seasonal feeding. These sanctuaries depend on private donations to keep them funded and operating on a level consistent with humane practices. In order to support this effort, I paint mustangs in their natural environment with the intention of donating a percentage of the sales of each painting toward mustang rescue sanctuaries.
Proudly Supporting Wild Horse Sanctuaries
Skydog Sanctuary
SkyDog Sanctuary is a nonprofit wild horse and burro sanctuary dedicated to rescuing at-risk equines from kill pens, auctions, and neglect, and providing them with a safe, natural home to live out their lives with dignity and freedom. Many of the animals arrive injured, separated from their families, or in poor health — and at SkyDog, they are cared for with compassion, rehabilitation, and respect. In addition to offering lifelong sanctuary, SkyDog works to reunite separated family bands and raise awareness about the challenges facing wild horses and burros across America.
Nirvana Mustang Sanctuary
Nirvana Mustang Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to giving rescued wild mustangs a lifetime of freedom, care, and dignity in a natural sanctuary setting. Located on thousands of acres near Texarkana, Texas, Nirvana provides space for wild horses rescued from kill pens and the slaughter pipeline to thrive in open pastures, forests, and streams — a life meant for them. By focusing on compassionate care and preservation of family herds, the sanctuary helps these majestic animals reclaim their spirit and live out their days in peace.
Windwalker Ridge Sanctuary
Windwalker Ridge Sanctuary
Windwalker Ridge Mustang Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing a safe, lifelong home for displaced wild mustang horses. Located in Missouri, the sanctuary rescues mustangs that have been removed from their natural ranges and welcomes them into a peaceful environment where they can roam, graze, and live with dignity. The organization is committed to the well-being and care of these magnificent animals, offering them compassion, shelter, and a place to thrive for the rest of their lives
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