"My equine ceramic sculptures are inspired by Eastern and Western clay sculpting traditions. I use a variety of glazing techniques to achieve the unique color on each sculpture."
HAYDEN HERD
Since 2010, I have created a series of ceramic equine sculptures inspired by the Quarter Horse heritage and landscape of Northwestern Colorado.
"A major portion of the foundation stock bloodlines of the American Quarter Horse came from Routt County through the efforts of early breeders such as Coke Roberds, Si Dawson, Marshall Peavy, Evelyn Peavy Semotan and Quentin Semotan. It was in Hayden that the foundation bloodline of Old Fried/ Peter McCue was first bred. Many AQHA champion horses trace back to this famous bloodline." ~ Hayden Heritage Center Museum
The Delaney Family, the Yampa Valley Horses, the Hayden Heritage Center Museum and stories from the Routt County community sparked my interest and directed my creative focus on the historic and contemporary subject of the Horse in Hayden, Colorado.
"A major portion of the foundation stock bloodlines of the American Quarter Horse came from Routt County through the efforts of early breeders such as Coke Roberds, Si Dawson, Marshall Peavy, Evelyn Peavy Semotan and Quentin Semotan. It was in Hayden that the foundation bloodline of Old Fried/ Peter McCue was first bred. Many AQHA champion horses trace back to this famous bloodline." ~ Hayden Heritage Center Museum
The Delaney Family, the Yampa Valley Horses, the Hayden Heritage Center Museum and stories from the Routt County community sparked my interest and directed my creative focus on the historic and contemporary subject of the Horse in Hayden, Colorado.
Amy Laugesen is able to capture the spirit and the emotional intelligence of horses as well as the heritage and landscapes of the community within her sculpture. She has the unique ability to point out the beauty in what we see every day through her connection to the world around her and every individual she meets. In developing the Hayden Herd, Amy took the time to learn about our community and helped reawaken the sense of pride and stewardship for Hayden's American Quater Horse Heritage. Her sculpture speaks to all ages and residents of our valley in a very warm and unique way. . .
Tammie & Patrick Delaney, Owners
Hayden Granary & Wild Goose Coffee at the Granary
Hayden, CO
www.wildgoosegranary.com
~ Special Thanks to the Delaney Family for hosting and inspiring this artist since 2010; Colorado Art Ranch for awarding me my first artist residency in Hayden, CO; Hayden Heritage Center Museum & Research Library and members of community for sharing their personal horse stories with me. ~