“Deciding upon a final list of retired racehorses was a gradual process, but I wanted to achieve a balance across several factors–code of racing, gender, distance specialism, plus a variety of colours,” said Ward. “It was also important for each individual not only to be either well-known itself, to have a recognisable achievement or a connection to a famous horse, but to have gone on to a happy and productive phase of life after retirement from racing.”

“The title given to each of the foal studies represents the mood of the painting and the impression that I hope it gives to those who see it, and not the subject's registered name.”

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