Fun with Model Horses – Photo Show Series

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Hosted within the Model Horse Customizers group, Fun with Model Horses is a welcoming, year-long photo show experience designed for both beginners and advanced hobbyists alike.

At its core, this show is about sharing, learning, and enjoying the hobby together. Whether you’re brand new or highly experienced, you’re invited to participate at your own pace.

How It Works

This is a photo-based show system, making it accessible to everyone. You can:

  • Enter photos and actively compete

  • Participate casually and learn as you go

  • Ask questions and get feedback

  • Or simply observe and learn as a “lurker” (always welcome here)

There’s no pressure, just opportunities to grow.

A Learning-Focused Environment

What makes this show special is the community behind it.
The Model Horse Customizers group is actively moderated to ensure a positive, respectful space where members freely share:

  • Techniques

  • Tips and advice

  • Constructive feedback

  • Helpful insights for all skill levels

Learning happens naturally, through participation, observation, and interaction.

A Practice Ground for Bigger Goals

Think of this series as a practice arena for more formal competitions.
It’s a place to:

  • Try new ideas

  • Build confidence

  • Refine your skills

  • Get comfortable showing your work

All without the pressure of high-stakes competition.

Year-End Championship & Prizes

For those who enjoy a competitive edge, participation throughout the year builds toward an exciting end-of-year championship.

  • Points and placements can accumulate over time

  • Consistent participation can give you an advantage

  • And most importantly, valuable and exciting prizes will be awarded to top competitors

You can participate occasionally for fun, or stay engaged all year with your eye on the final goal.

Join In Your Way

Whether you jump in fully, participate occasionally, or simply watch and learn, Fun with Model Horses is here to bring the community together through creativity, encouragement, and shared passion.

Fun comes first. Growth follows naturally.

2026 Rules

Contact Terry Boaz for more information

  • HOW TO ENTER YOUR PHOTOS:

    1. Go to Media, click on it

    2. Go to albums

    3. Click on the album you wish to enter.  

    4. Upload your photo 

    5. Comments: add the information on your horse that is listed below, your name, what the horse is doing, 

    6. Click save. You should see your entry in the album.  ** If you have any questions on how to enter, please pm Terry Boaz and I will help you get set up. 

  • When you enter your photo please add the following information:

    EXAMPLE:

    Horse’s name: Sugar

    Breed: Quarter Horse

    Color: White

    Sex: Mare

    Your Name: Jane Doe

    What the horse is doing:  
    Examples: 

    Western Performance: walking along the rail, Rodeo: What the horse is doing in that event, Trail ride: Crossing a stream, going over a log, etc. 

    Endurance: participating in a 100 mile race, SCENE:  Tell what is happening in your scene, etc. 

    Please note, it is not necessary to add documentation. This is a fun show, and documentation is not required. If you want to add it, that is entirely up to you.

  • 2026 RULES:

    Entry Limit:  TWO photos per class. You may only show Two photos per class, it may be English or Western tack.  You MUST show your own photos, taken by you. Everyone must OWN the horse you are showing. No Photo Alterations or AI generated photos allowed. 

    CLASSES:

    1. Western Performance: Western Pleasure, Western Arena Trail

    2. Western Ranch Work:  ranch work,  roping, cutting

    3. Rodeo: Anything involving cattle, goat tying, sheep busting, bronc, bull riding, clowns, etc. 

    4. Games: Western or English (Gymkana games; which can include barrel racing as well, Pole Bending, Speed games, non speed games, etc)

    5. Scene Class: Any scene that would be fun to create, Western or English, outdoor scenes, around the barn, etc.

    6. Fantasy Class: Let your imagination run wild.

    7. Parade/Costume Class:  parade saddles and any costumes allowed. Example: Arabian, Indian, Christmas, Halloween, Periodical (History, military, Roman chariots, old west, etc), etc.

    8. English Performance:  English Huntseat, English Arena Trail

    9. Other English Performance Class: Driving, Cross Country, Endurance, jumping, archery, etc

    10. Other Western Performance:  Extreme Cowboy, Ranch Trail, etc.