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Turkmenistan: Celebrating 20 years of Independence
Check out my photo journal from my trip to Turkmenistan in October: Turkmenistan Celebrating 20 Years of Independence by Kerri-Jo Stewart
The Day of the Horse
The Day of the Horse by Kerri-Jo Stewart
the Day of the Horse (I)
The Opening Ceremonies for the Equestrian Complexes in the Balkan, Dashoguz, Lebap, and Mary started off the Day of the Horse. There were performances of famous singers and performers from throughout each province. At the same time the ceremonies were conducted in the other venues that were telecast live on the giant screen. left: Nadja [...]
Beauty Contest: the winner!
And the winner is Khan Begler, bred by Ovliakuli Scharipow: And some of the people: Ovliakuli Scharipow when they announced his horse as the winner Alla Karnazhevskaya toasting the winner great Russian photographers: Vitaliy Osovskyy & Julia Kuznetsova On the right is French association president, Jean de Bannes Those handsome Hungarians are on the left, [...]
the beauty contest: under saddle
Part VI of the Beauty Contest series, the horses were presented under saddle: 1. Melegush 2007 (Melekhan-Talvas) 363.1 points; 9th place 2. Khan Begler 2008 (Bitaraplyk x Gyulyalek) 401.9pts, 1st place, bred by Ovliakuli Scharipow 3. Kapdagy 2008 (Kararym-Karkara) 365.1 points, 8th place 4. Khanburgut 2005 (Bitaraplyk-Patma) 392.0 points; 4th place 5. Dostbag 2006 (Kararym-Adzhap) [...]
the Beauty Contest, pt V
Next the horses were presented saddled with their adornments: 1. Melegush 2007 (Melekhan-Talvas) 363.1 points; 9th place 2. Khanbegler 2008 (Bitaraplyk x Gyulyalek) 401.9pts, 1st place 3. Kapdagy 2008 (Kararym-Karkara) 365.1 points, 8th place 4. Khanburgut 2005 (Bitaraplyk-Patma) 392.0 points; 4th place 5. Dostbag 2006 (Kararym-Adzhap) 368.8 points; 7th place 6. Garagum 2003 (Gamkeser-Gyulperi) 383.4 [...]
Beauty Contest: halter
Here are my photos from the second component of the Beauty Contest, halter: 1. Melegush 2007 (Melekhan-Talvas) 363.1 points; 9th place 2. Khanbegler 2008 (Bitaraplyk x Gyulyalek) 401.9pts, 1st place 3. Kapdagy 2008 (Kararym-Karkara) 365.1 points, 8th place 4. Khanburgut 2005 (Bitaraplyk-Patma) 392.0 points; 4th place 5. Dostbag 2006 (Kararym-Adzhap) 368.8 points; 7th place 6. [...]
Beauty Contest III
Here are some photos of the “half time” entertainment during the Beauty Contest. Drill Team: Roman Riding:
President Berdimuhamedov
Beauty Contest II: Here are some photos of President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov riding his favourite stallion Sagadam during the final judging of the Beauty Contest for Akhal-Tekes bred in Turkmenistan. Note the dove that flew onto his shoulder, peace symbolism is prevalent everywhere in Turkmenistan as are their Akhal-Teke horses. The last photo is of the [...]
The Beauty Contest, pt I
The final judging of the Beauty Contest for Akhal-Tekes bred in Turkmenistan at the Ashgabat Hippodrome and Equestrian complex. First some horses were presented to the President: 1. Melehan: 2. Melenan: 3. Dowletli: 4. Akhan: ______________ 5. _________ 6. ______________ 7. ______________ 8. ________________ 9. ________________ 10. Unfortunately the program didn’t come with the horse’s [...]
National Museum II
Here are some photos of the artifacts inside the National Museum in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. Funnily enough we were allowed to photograph here with the ancient antiquities, but not inside the memorial in honor of their late president Saparmurat Niyazov (Türkmenbasi). the Sword of Neutrality. It is permanently encased in the sheath and can’t be drawn. [...]
the National Museum I
In the afternoon we visited the National Museum of Turkmenistan. Here are the exterior photos and in the next post I’ll put the ones from inside with all the ancient artifacts. It was really amazing and certainly adds depth to history. I loved the changing of the guards. It was very impressive, although I would [...]
Opening Ceremony III
Next it was time for the ceremonial presentation of the Esteemed President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov’s book, “The Flight of Celestial Race Horses”. The presentations about the “The Flight of Celestial Race Horses” were interspersed with wonderful dancing and music and singing. The presenters were Jessica Eile-Keith, __?, Dr. Jalil Ghiadi, Petra Marešová, the Turkmen poetess __, [...]
Opening ceremony II
We entered Sergi Koshgi and there was again lots of entertainment and the hall was filled with more artwork and novelties. Everyone had a chance to relax and enjoy themselves. There was so much going on it was hard to take everything in. The second to last photo is of Seyt Gulmammedov, The Minister of [...]
Opening ceremony I
The opening ceremonies of the “The Horse is the Winged Symbol of Revival” on the occasion of the Turkmen Horse holiday at “Sergi Koshgi”. Here we are waiting outside for the opening to begin: There is always lots of great entertainment! left photo: Dr. Celine Chantry-Darron (France), Jessica Eile-Keith (USA) & Michele Van Kastern (Belgium) [...]
at the Bazaars!
Ruski Bazaar: Teke Bazaar: Tolkuchka Bazaar: I bought a couple of aladjas and a dress for my daughter at the Ruski Bazaar. It seemed to have some traditional things. The Teke Bazaar was more food and modern stuff. The woman with the lilacs at the Teke Bazaar presented me with them after I took her [...]
Vladimir Bagdasarian’s studio
Our group in the bottom photo: Vladimir Bagdasarian and his wife Vera (they do many of their works as joint projects), Jessica Eile-Keith, Ulrike Ruppelt, Monique Lebon (Haras Nationaux France), myself and our Turkmen host & driver ___. Missing is
the Art Competition
Along with the celebrations for the Day of the Horse and the scientific conference was held a competition for representational art portraying their Akhal-Teke horses. The prize for the best carpet was $3000, decoration $2,000, best image $1,500 and best sculpture was $1,000. My favourites were the natural dyed wool carpets made by Boozoganow Satgeldi [...]
Cavalia!
The Ball: Faical Moulid and Iman La Vida: Thomas Aubron & Julien Beaugnon (riders) Andreanne Nadeau & Jennifer Lecuyer (aerialists), Edros & Igor (horses) Le Miroir: Tatiana Daviaud & Elise Verdoncq on Pirata & Zatcho Roman Riding: Fairland Furguson on Amaretto & Criollo, Thomas Aubron (?) on Spirit & Tori Grande Liberte: Sylvia Zerbini with [...]
Cavalia – Roman Riding
Cavalia: Fairland Ferguson rides Criollo (who is a Criollo), the buckskin, and Amaretto (chestnut Quarter Horse), in a Roman Riding demonstration. Fairland is a great performer full of infectious enthusiasm with the horses. She stated that Roman Riding used to be known as the Polish Post. In Poland it became imperative to have a faster [...]
Cavalia comes to Vancouver!
Normand Latourelle, the Artistic Director of Cavalia and co-founder of Cirque du Soleil, awaiting the arrival of the horses in Vancouver for this highly acclaimed equestrian spectacle (that is also the world’s largest traveling show): I was lucky enough to be invited to the arrival of Cavalia in Vancouver and had the great privilege of [...]
Dreaming in Gold
Until the end of December, use these codes to get 20% off: £ GBP: NEWBLURB1 $ USD: NEWBLURB Check out my new book! It’s a coffee table book filled with photographs of some beautiful and interesting horses. It’s not specifically about Akhal-Tekes but most of the photography is of the many Akhal-Tekes I’ve seen over [...]
Habib by Anna Johansson
Painting of Habib Shael by Anna Johansson
Darginka, spring 2010
(function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px45 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); Darginka did her second limited distance endurance ride at Rock Creek. The Rock Creek Roundup was a 30 mile ride and she moved out really well for 15 miles and then we pretty much walked the rest of the way except for a trot along the road at the end. Her ride time [...]
Davinia, spring 2010
(function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px43 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); Davinia is now a yearling and is still all fluffy from being up at 100 Mile. I’m still not sure if she is buckskin or smokey black. Her dark brown winter hair is shedding out and underneath is black. She isn’t grey though. The last couple photos show her reunion with Darginka her [...]
Pagoda, spring 2010
(function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px42 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); Pagoda isn’t quite shed out yet but is healthy and happy. These photos were taken at Rock Creek on the way to meet her boyfriend in Creston, BC.
Akhal Texas 2009
My first photo book for publication! It is a compilation of the photos I took at the shoot at Akhal Texas this past summer. For the next two weeks it is being offered on sale ($15 off), paperback: $34.95 and hardcover: $52.95 Akhal Texas 2009 Photography by Ker… By Kerri-Jo Stewart Book Preview [...]
Akhal Texas 2009
I have just ordered a preliminary book for the Pontecorvos: Akhal Texas 2009 By Kerri-Jo Stewart Book Preview Check it out and let me know what you think!
Offspring by Garant
Here are some stunning videos from Shael Teke that show off some of their gorgeous athletes. These are all offspring by Garant. Colts: Otman-Shael 2007 (Garant-Ayaman) 163-179-20 : Oyun-Shael 2007 (Garant-Dubur) 162-163-185-20 : Mares: Gaykhat-Shael 2007 (Garant-Djagali) 161-180-19.5 : Halisat-Shael 2007 (Garant-Tas’ikuli) 160-175-19.5 : Nadiyat-Shael 2007 (Garnat-Gangia) 160-161-18-19 :
Akhal-Teke stallion Eramay
Eramay is a a very elegant shining bay colt born in 2005 by Arim out of Europa bred by the Pontecorvos of Akhal Texas. He is truly stunning. (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px24 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); You can see all his photos on Flickr.
Naib Idrise Horse Farm
These photos of Akhal-Tekes from Naib Idrise horse farm are by White Bear, Artem Makeev: Saburbey (Garayusup – Siringa) 2005 Stallion, line Posman Medonbey, stallion / Ghisarg (Gyaurs – Hiss) 2006 stallion, line Posman Gyaurs (Gaigysyz-Garuda) 2000 stallion, line Posman / Garaovlak Amuzghi (Polot – Aria) 2001 stallion, line [...]
Rare Breed Show 2008
The Festival of Endangered Equines was put on by by Equus Survival Trust and the Akhal-Teke Society of America ran the US Akhal-Teke Championships at the Kentucky Horse Park. Here are some photos and once I get all the information I’ll put up a post about placings with more information: (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px8 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); I have over [...]
Rare Breed Show 2008
I am now uploading my photos and I will have them up in the next couple of days. Here are a few of my favourites so far: all the photos are being put up on my Flickr photogallery
World Cup Shael 2008
I will keep updating the site as results and photographs are posted.
horse’n around town
Now I’m off to Lone Larch to try it out on their horses.
BGD Ranch, Calgary
BGD Ranch near Calgary is standing Dazyrdi, by Gindarkh 13 line Gelishikli. They also have a young bay mare, Dazzle, and a part-bred palomino gelding, Banjo Boogie (ATxArabian).
Habib Shael on Saddle Up’s cover
You can read the article I wrote for Saddle Up here and see it’s layout on the Akhal-Teke Canada site as well.
Sculpture of Ekemen by Laila L. Mampell
The traditional size sculpture of Ekemen is for sale for 210 euros and the unpainted version is available at 150 Euros
Akhal-Teke videos VI
Akhal-Teke videos V: dressage
Akhal-Tekes seem to have the most amazing movement. Here are some YouTube videos of Akhal-Tekes doing dressage, including two historical videos, one with Absent footage, and clips of Grom and Lakmus. Please comment if you know the other horses!
Akhal-Tekes on Flickr
I’m going crazy not being near my horses so I have to be happy just looking at photos! Here is a collection of Akhal-Teke photography that I like from Flickr:
Akhal-Teke videos III
What a great way to see these horses, I hope to see lots more!!
Talk on Turkestan horses to raise money for Grass Sickness Fund
“Celestial Horses: Travels in Turkestan” will be given by Gill Suttle FRGS on 16 November near Tewkesbury
More Celestial Argamak!
I also added some more sport photos from the event…
Akhal-Teke Photos
Please click on the links that give recognition to the photographers!
Celestial Argamak 2007
World Championship Results
I’ll update and add photos as I find them!!
Akhal-Teke Gold Cup – SHAEL
Akhal-Teke videos II
including the 2007 Russian President’s Cup; the 2007 Luxembourg show, and the 1945 Russian WWII victory parade with Arab:
Equine Videos on the WWW
Videos from UTube and other web sources with cool horse content, including a Russian TV show about Akhal-Tekes, Mongolian horse racing, dressage, jumping, vaulting, and training…
Akhal-Teke photography
These exotic Akhal-Tekes have some great photographers making them into beautiful artwork.
Teke Palmira – shaEl
Some photos by Alexander Kochetov from the ShaEl extravaganza contest for “the most beautiful horse”.
Akhal-Teke models
The Akhal-Teke is such a beautiful horse that people in the modeling world are making amazing replicas.
Check out these amazing recreations! The Breyer models are great but the others are works of art!
Linda Welsch’s photography
I found these pictures by Linda Welsh on the Ackhalteke Tukleky site. They are so beautiful.
I can never resist doing some photo editing though…
