Brand loyalty

Brands are ubiquitous in the horse world. 

They're so common, in fact, I've spent most my life barely noticing them.

Then I discovered that my friend, Fabian, has an extreme brand phobia.

This is ironic, considering his favorite breed is the Andalusian...

and he owns a horse with not one...

but two brands.

Now, every time I see a horse with a noticeable brand, I snap a picture and send it to Fabian.

This one is his favorite.

I have spent the last couple weeks painting a cowhorse, and it occurred to me that my cowhorse needed a brand. I've never painted a brand on a horse, so I asked for advice on the NaMoPaiMo Facebook page.

A few kind hobbyists offered guidance and support.

Then Fabian saw the post.

Things got interesting.

Lol.

Last night, I gathered my references...

Amazing painted brand by Melanie Miller

and printed a template.

This morning, I woke up bright and early and started the branding. Of course, I had to share my progress with Fabian.

He was not impressed.

A few hours later, Moosifer's brand is nearly complete.

I like it.

Secretly I know Fabian likes it, too.

Look! He's even creating a whole series of brands for Eyeball Veinz all his resins!

Oh, that was fun! I think I'm going to brand all my horses now!