I would like a critique of my horse Gizmo and I. Not looking for anything specific, just say whatever jumps out at you, be it about me, my horse, or both of us.
Gizmo is a 5 year old AQH gelding, 15hh, primarily western pleasure and horsemanship horse. Really likes patterns lol

Here you can find a bunch of pictures...
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And the videos:
Video - TinyPic - Free Image Hosting, Photo Sharing & Video Hosting Western horsemanship class from... 3-4 weeks ago.
Video - TinyPic - Free Image Hosting, Photo Sharing & Video Hosting Huntseat pleasure class from same show as above.

Things I've noticed/have been told: Western video I messed with his face too much, should've left him alone at times. Huntseat: Needs to be more forward, I was nervous as it was my first time riding huntseat since an accident/fall at a show before that. (I'm more comfortable western than huntseat, and not because of the horn. I just feel more secure. Gotta get over it.)

So, anything you'd like to point out, please do.

First off, beautiful horse!

The only video I can truly critique is the H.S.:
your hands seem to be turned and far apart, bend your elbows a tad, your fingers seem loose with the reins, like you said - you're leaning a tad too forward, and you need to set your shoulders back a bit.


Great job though! You sat it very well otherwise! ♥

Thank you!
I'll definitely work on the things you mentioned.