Jean Abernethy/ Fergus
I
grew up in rural Ontario, a good situation to acquire and cultivate
a love for domestic animals, and horses in particular. With
the good fortune to have a pony as a child, and later a horse,
riding became an assumed skill in our family. When inclement
weather kept the horse in the barn, I worshipped horses with
pencil and paper. Living in a hilarious family situation always
kept the humor level high, and that spilled into the drawings
too.
There were never enough horse books in the school libraries
to satisfy me. Never.
I practically had them all memorized, and traced volumes of
C.W. Anderson's illustrations from the Billy & Blaze series,
trying to figure out how he drew so beautifully.
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Photo: This little fellow and I hit the trails every
Sunday morning here in the Georgia woods.
I built the saddle on this little horse. It's a replica
1885 style saddle.
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I figured
it out.
Acceptance of my work spurred me on, and inspired me to formally
study Equestrian skills and art in college.
The Canadian Trotting Association, Florida Standardbred Breeder's
& Owner's Association, The American Paint Horse Association,
Ontario Jockey Club, Horse Publications Group, Pat & Monty
Roberts Inc. are just a few of the many organizations I have
had the pleasure of working with.
As for Fergus and I? We're just getting started. Hold onto
your hat!
'J'
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Editors note:
We have been enjoying the zany humour of Fergus
for 3 years. A new one every month. Thank you Jean you have put
many smiles on our faces
Fergus
has his own website! For
more laughs. Tee's to buy. Enjoy Fergus and the woman behind him.
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