As individuals we process information in many different ways. In an attempt to communicate these ideas, we create out own language or short hand, and this can become confusing for some, specially me. For those of you just joining this prelude, I am an active member in many online equine based SIM games. And like all Horse games, breeding is involved. As a result, many members have become interested in Equine Color Genetics.

The following articles have been created to help members–and anyone else interested in Equine Color for that mater–understand what it is that makes their horse a certain color. I hope my readers enjoy, and gain something from my effort. This is a work in progress, and I’m always open for questions and suggestions. The sites listed below, are all references for this project. My main references will be the work of Sponenberg, Gower, UC Davis, and Animal Genetics, INC.

ARTICLES

BOOKS
  • "Horse Color Explained" by Jeanette Gower
  • "Equine Color Genetics" by D. Phillip Sponenberg

WEB SITES
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Ideally it would be nice to have a non misleading article on every breed, however the facts remain that by the time I can get them all typed up and researched, new breeds will develop, and older breeds will go extinct. Instead I proposed a “Breed of the Month” poll on VirtualHorseRanch.com where players vote for their favorite horse breeds every month, and the following month that breed will be featured, along with photos (if available) and a line art created by JNFerrigno to go into the Coloring Book. Now I may choose to do more then one breed every month, but there will only be one celebrated breed of the month.
  • Mustang [August 2008]
  • American Quarter Horse [September 2008]
  • Thoroughbred [October 2008]
  • Appaloosa [November 2008]

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In August 2008 I joined the Orbis Games News Staff as an Illustrator, and contributing writer. Orbis Games created the renowned VirtualHorseRanch.com, along with half a dozen other games. Below you will find all my contribution, and upcoming potential articles that might find their way into the Orbis Games News Paper.

SEPTEMBER 2008
OCTOBER 2008
HALLOWEEN 2008


I have always created my own web pages, generally using my art work as well, so naturally over the years of being on the net I’ve compiled quite a few layouts. These are currently a few of the dozens I have created. I do not do this for a living, however if you are interested in one please message me.


Orbis Games Newsletter

JF Studios Vs. 5

JF Studios Vs. 4

JF Studios Vs. 3

JF Studios Vs. 2

JF Studios Vs. 1

The Celtic Rose, Org Vs. 2

The Celtic Rose, Org Vs. 1

JF Studios @ Calico Prism

Barlink Ranch

Double Rail Ranch Vs. 2

Double Rail Ranch Vs. 1

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