Mares in Black

Better late than never! Production got a bit bogged down on this episode so apologies to our fam! The Mares discuss the passing of beloved hobbyist Krista Wasco, the tricky task of distinguishing between OF and Artist Resin classifications. Tons of BreyerFest news, as well as other hobby updates, Instagram and general silliness as per usual. Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a A...

On episode #84 of MIB, the Mares talk with BreyerWest hosts and managers Kat McDermott of Breyer Animal Creation and Show Manger Erin Corbett. These awesome ladies us walk through all the events and happenings offered at this amazing event happening in Denver at the end of February.  We also cover the latest hobby news, new releases and Instagram in Progress. Happy New Year! Something Elated by Br...

On this episode of MIB, the Mares discuss the latest (and now expected) seasonal hobby drama, ...i.e. BreyerFest online and the ADA, and yet MORE discussion on copying vs. inspiration, copyright and VARA, as well has hobby courtesy and ethics. We share out thoughts as well as other viewpoints and references on both these matters. Also the usual off-topic chatter, news, new releases and Instagram i...

On episode #82 of MIB, the Mares talk Turkey as in Thanksgiving, go Black Friday shopping and discuss video games way too much and cover all the model horse news for November. They also address a number of important personalities in the hobby who have recently passed away. As always there is Instagram in Progress and lots of inane humor. Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attri...

On episode we cover 81 of Mares in Black, we some model horse news from October as well as instagram in Progress but the star of their show is a roundtable Interview with Liz LaRose, Barb Ness and Tom Bainbridge. We discuss the closing and end of business for Hagen Renaker (the OG HR) California, the lines that will be affected and thoughts on the future of HR collecting and Hagen Renaker Tennesse...

Episode 80 of Mares in Black features all the latest news on Breyer, Stone, Copperfox and lost of other September happenings. Besides tons of news there is plenty of playful banter and Instagram in Progress!   Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License . Dream of the forest (jazzy mix) by articom (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons...

Welcome September! On episode #79 of Mares in Black we discuss pay gates and subscriptions for hobby services and Stone Horses' Equilocity 2021! We also bring you news, Instagram in Progress, catch-up chatter and a couple of soapboxes for your listening pleasure!   Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License .

Huzzah, finally a new episode! This is the BreyerFest: Horse of a Different Color 2021 wrap-up. We discuss all about out time in NJ at Breyer HQ, we also talk events, surprise and SR models, loot and the MIB Live streams. AND we cover all the normal features as well, like news, Instagram and the usual general nonsense.   Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United...

On this episode of MIB (#77) we focus on the final goings on before BreyerFest 2021! We discuss the program, auction horses, shopping and some of the artists' offerings by studio. We also read some listener letters about PRIDE and the hobby to wrap up are series! The one and only SPLAINMAN joins us as guest co-host to discuss all the news and Instagram in Progress. Happy BreyerFest!   Something El...

On MIB #76, we continue our PRIDE series with our guest co-host, MIB patron, hobbyist and therapist Katy Niles! We will talk through Katy's hobby and gender journey as well as discussing on how to make the hobby more accessible to youth and underserved communities. Tune it for all that and the usual regular features like news and Instagram in Progress plus BreyerFest 2021 updates!!   Something Ela...

MIB #75 is here, and the PRIDE series rolls on with German (and UK) hobbyist and artist Vincent Lange of DaVinci Creations discussing his BreyerFest Best Customs Contest performance entry! He walks us through this labor of love, a faithful recreation of a Spanish Riding School scene, from inspiration to reception! We also bring you news, BreyerFest info, Instagram in Progress and some minor tangen...

On episode 74 of MIB, The Mares kick off the PRIDE focus series by interviewing queer hobbyist and artist Megan Smith!  Megan shares her story of coming out, finding the hobby and her perspective on the hobby inclusivity. News, Instagram in Progress and the usually off topic rambling is also here for you listening pleasure!   Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 U...

Happy Pride!! Sorry for the wait for a new podcast! To make up for it here's a double size episode to enjoy. This episode features the latest model horse news, Instagram in Progress and an amazing and far ranging interview on model horse art and history in the California scene with the one and only Laurie Jo Jensen! Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United Stat...

On MIB episode #72, join the Mares for a in-depth discussion of the current HOT HOT HOT Breyer original finish plastic market and the insane prices it is commanding. They are are joined by hard core OFP collectors Kelly Keracher, Kelly Weimer, Amanda Reed, Emily La Fountain and Erin Corbett to break it all down! Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States L...

Mares in Black Numero 71 in the haus! On this edition of the MIB podcast the Mares discuss all the latest model horse hobby news, Instagram in Progress, the MIB MH March Madness tourney (and plushie winner) as well as the new "Artists Spotlight" video series that is ready to debut! Of course there is much off-topic nonsense as well! Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attributio...

On MIB SEVENTY (can we retire?) of the podcast the Mares continue the 101 series with a photo showing primer for the digital age! They also talk all the latest model horse hobby news, new releases, events, Instagram and MARCH MADNESS, in APRIL. MAD! Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License .  

No fooling, the new podcast is here! On this edition of the podcast we talk through our thoughts and observations of our Match Madness Surprise Horse Tourney (that's spilling in to April) so far. We also talk news and events and of course Instagram and much off-topic chatter!   Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License .   Chords For David by Pitx...

On this very special episode of Mares in Black, we have a long talk with legendary hobbyist and artist, Elizabeth Bouras of Amarna Productions. We talk with her about her early days in the hobby in the 1970s and 80s, her long career as a sought after creator, and memories of Marney Walrus and Judy Renee Pope. Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States Lice...

On episode #67 of MIB, the Mares cover all the news around Breyer Bootcamp event and NaMoPaiMo events wrapping up at the end of February. The Mares also introduce the first installment of Hobby Ethics series covering image usage and copyright and Sarah, our Youth Sensei, debuts the inaugural YOUTH SEGMENT. Also included is all the usual yammering including the latest hobby news and Instagram in Pr...

In this episode of MIB the Mares discuss the latest model horse community news featuring the run up to the 2021 Online Breyer Bootcamp event at the end of February, as well as all the regular features like Instagram in Progress and rampant off topic chatterboxing.   Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License .

On this VERY chatty edition Mares in Black, the Mares talk all about the latest news and developments in the model horse hobb, focusing on this month's premiere event, the forth annual NaMoPaiMo (National Model Painting Month) held by Jenifer Buxton of Braymere Saddlery. They discuss their participation in the yearly artistic event and chat with Jennifer about how 2021 is going. Enjoy! Something E...

BreyerFest Freakout Part 3: On the final ALL VBF episode the Mares cover more developments surrounding Virtual Breyerfest 2021: Horse of a Different Color. Mares in Black features the rest of the Limited Edition releases that Breyer has made public, VIP ticket lottery results, additional event information like LE backorders and more surprise horse speculation!   Something Elated by Broke For Free...

BreyerFest Freakout Part 2: On this ALL VBF episode the Mares cover the more exciting announcements about the event. Breyer has released more info on Virtual Breyerfest 2021: Horse of a Different Color, like an official Facebook page, VIP ticket lottery info, and more event information,. We also go through the rest of the special runs, the beginning of the LEs and the Mares debate the Surprise Hor...

BreyerFest Freakout Part 1: On this ALL VBF episode the Mares cover the first week of exciting announcements about the event. Breyer has started releasing info on Virtual Breyerfest 2021: Horse of a Different Color like news, ticket prices and structure, event information and the first half of the special runs and MIB breaks it all down for as well as associated events and Instagram in progress. W...

On Mares in Black episode #61, the Mares talk all about the latest NAMHSA NAN card info, new announcements for Breyerfest 2021 including the new celebration horse, plus our regular segments like news, new releases and Instagram! Join us!   Something Elated by Broke For Free is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License . Guitalele's Happy Place by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2017 L...