I already have a wide range of photographs taken through the summer project however I think a hand drawn element to the website might make it seem more friendly and personal as websites can seem quite alienated due to the modern and technological nature of designing for screen. I initially thought about creating vectors of each of the pieces of artwork but felt as though this would only enhance the idea of a modern identity and style when horse care itself is situated on farms and livery yards which are far more rustic.
Research:
Research:
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For the drawings I have looked into victorian drawing styles and also etchings for my inspiration. This is because of me personally equestrian sports remind me of the past because they are traditional. The use of drawings I believe will make the website appear more mature than photographs that could perhaps appear slightly cliche and copies what is already out there. Many horse websites use photographs and they don't seem that successful because the images don't visually match the rest of the aesthetic.
All of the basic brushes and elements of a grooming kit:
Written parts for the page:
· Grooming is the perfect way to create a bond with your horse because it
relies on trust. It is also great for being able to prevent illness, as you are
able to find any lumps or bumps on the horse’s body as well as keeping their
hooves clean. In the wild horses groom each other so it is important to
continue that practice as it increases the horses blood flow and massages
muscles. Everyone develops their own routines when grooming but the following
tips should help you achieve a healthy looking horse:
· The hooves should be picked out and cleaned every single day. Slide your hand down the left foreleg, squeeze the back of
the leg along the tendons just above the pastern and say ‘up’ or
‘hoof’—whatever your horse is trained to respond to. Hold the hoof and with the
hoof pick pry out any dirt, manure or anything else lodged sole of the foot.
Check for any injury and signs of thrush, grease heel, or other problems.
Take note of any cracks in the wall of the hoof so you can consult
with your farrier as to what should be done. Be careful to avoid
touching the frog as it is sensitive and could startle the horse.
· The rubber curry comb is to loosen dried mud and dirt from the coat. Use in circular sweeps all over the horse’s body. Be careful
over boney areas such as the shoulders, hips and legs. Use a light
touch in these areas. Many horses are sensitive about having their bellies and
between the back legs brushed. Some horses are more sensitive skinned than
others so adjust the pressure on the brush according to what they seem to
enjoy. If your horse reacts by laying back his ears, or swishing his tail
in agitation, he is telling you that the brushing is too vigorous.
· The metal curry comb
should never be used on the body at all and is only used for cleaning the other
brushes such as the body and dandy brush. The metal curry comb should be used
to clean these brushes every three or four strokes and the metal curry comb
should be tilted sideways to remove grease.
· After currying the body it's time to go to work with a dandy
brush. This longer bristled, but still stiff brush will get rid of what the
curry comb missed. With the dandy brush, whisk out the dirt brought to the
surface. Start on one side and move around the horse brushing in sweeping
strokes following the direction of the hair growth. Some people find the dandy
brush is useful for cleaning the legs.
· A body brush has shorter softer bristles and may be used on
your horse's or pony's face if you don’t have a special brush just for that.
Gently whisk away dust from the broader areas on your horse’s face, ears and
throat. With sweeping strokes whisk away any dust missed by the dandy brush.
The finer bristles help smooth out the body hair and leave your horse looking
more finished and glossy. A sponge or damp cloth can be used to wipe
around the horse’s eyes and muzzle, and clean away any dirt.
· With a mane comb start at the bottom of the strands and brush
downwards in sections until you can smoothly comb from the top of the mane or
tail, right to the bottom. When brushing the tail, stand to one side and pull
the tail gently over to you. This way you are out of the way should the horse
kick. A grooming spray that detangles hair is nice to have, and makes brushing
out the long stands easier while cleaning, shining and protecting the hair.
The two forms of environment: field and stabled.
Livery:
· Many owners cannot
keep their horses at home and have to pursue some form of livery service.
Livery is good because it provides a community of experienced horse owners who
can help you especially if it your first horse. It is important to research and
ask questions what each yard offers and includes in their prices.
Stable
· Full livery means
that you pay the yard to do all the work and even exercise your horse
occasionally. This is expensive and in most cases is less rewarding than being
involved in their horses care. DIY livery means that the
horse owner is responsible for all care including mucking out, turning the
horse out to the field and bringing the horse in from the field and feeding of
the horse on a daily basis. Bedding and hay are often not included and the
horse owner must purchase these separately, although some livery yards may
offer a higher price with bedding and hay included.
Field
· Grass livery provides the horse owner with a field in which
to keep their horse (as well as shelter). The horse owner is responsible for
all care and feeding of the horse on a daily basis. This type of livery requires
the horse owner to attend to the horse every day even if no feeding is
necessary, in order to ascertain that the horse has suffered no injury or
illness each day.
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