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Horses Are on Parade in Amarillo, November,
2008, Michael Gay.
"Hoof Prints of the American Quarter Horse" is
a city-wide public art display featuring more than 90 fiberglass replicas
of the American Quarter Horse exhibited throughout Amarillo and Canyon,
Texas. Painted by local artists, designs range from simple business logos
to elaborate paintings, providing eye-catching tributes to to an animal
that has been so vital to Amarillo. This city-wide effort is a project of
Center City of Amarillo and sponsored by the the American Quarter Horse
Association, which is headquartered in Amarillo.
Once the artist has painstakingly prepped the
sculpture, sanding, cleaning, and filling any holes, only then can he or
she begin their creative endeavors. The statues then require
multiple coats of paint, plus about three layers of paint sealant to
protect the horse from outdoor elements.
Since 2002, local artists have been creating
the colorful horse parade. Once complete, the statues can be purchased by
businesses or individuals.
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