About

Hi! I'm Grace from North New Jersey. 

I started this blog in 2014 as a place to share my adventure in first-time horse ownership as well as stories on the trail as I explore the sport of distance riding with my horse, Quest. 

I've always been a passionate hobbyist with many interests and in 2024, I made the decision to expand "The Horseback Artist" to be inclusive of the other parts that have made me and continue to shape me into the person that I am today. 

Since 2005, I have been a self-taught artist and costume builder working with clients around the world bringing their ideas to life. I enjoy exploring different mediums and am always looking to learn new skills. In February 2022, I started customizing Breyer model horses and take on a limited number of equine portrait commissions and private projects each year. 

I am also an avid jigsaw puzzler and enjoy doing solo and team speed puzzle events. If you are local to the North NJ area, keep an eye out here for local puzzle events and swaps. 

In November 2020, my husband and I entered into the fun journey of parenthood with the arrival of our son, C. We recently welcomed our daughter T who arrived in March 2023. The blog will also include our family adventures as we bike and explore the trails of North NJ together. 

Thanks for reading along!