A wildflower grows in the wild where it is not intentionally planted. It’s no different from other plants; it just grows where it naturally wouldn’t be found. This series ‘Wildflower’ portrays the freedom of being an equestrian and a human. Most equestrians are thought to be unrecognizable people covered in dirt and grime. When in reality, being an equestrian is more than mud and sweat. It’s freedom to be who you are; it’s the beautiful connection between rider and horse. A bond between horse and rider can be shown through training, competition, and money, but most importantly, care, nurture, and love. It grows in unknown areas, with unknown surprises, just like a wildflower.

Thank you, Kaitlyn Lowery, for modeling for this series. Larry, the main horse model, is a five-year-old Thoroughbred who was a racehorse, racing 24 times. Since Kaitlyn bought him off the track, he has now started filling out and has had time to be a horse. She is now working on showing him in English show jumping. Along with Larry, Kaitlyn has three other horses she’s working with. Gigi, the chestnut horse model, is a five-year-old Thoroughbred and an outstanding competition eventer. Kaitlyn bought Gigi when the horse was three years old and a racehorse, only racing six times. Since working with Kaitlyn, Gigi has done a CCI 1 star and is working towards the Olympics. George is an 11-year-old Thoroughbred who was an abused racehorse, racing 110 times. Since he’s been in Kaitlyn’s care he has been happier and has such a gentle soul. Once he fills out more, she plans to start training him. Shanti is a 16-year-old Appaloosa and Kaitlyn’s first horse. She has owned Shanti since she was nine and a half years old and was a grand champion at low-level jumper shows. Kaitlyn is currently working with Gigi in hopes of competing in the Olympics and working with the others in hopes of rehoming them to eventers.