a visit to the National Sporting Museum in Middleburg

Today, my friends @lagoarthurstudio and @kimtrichards got me out of the house and out to Middleburg, Virginia for some art fun. Admittedly, it was a bit of challenge to drive out this way at first, because @krisloyaart and I have had many happy date days here, and we’ve made so many beautiful memories, but being with friends, who were also good friends of hers, was an excellent way to spend a sunny, pre-spring day. First we went to the National Sporting Library and Museum to see some art and do some sketching, the latter of which I haven’t done in quite some time. I wasn’t sure I’d enjoy this place, not being a fan of fox hunting at all, but I figured I’d go with an open mind since I’d be in such good company. Honestly, it turned out to be pretty remarkable, and it’s filled with a wide variety of mostly equestrian art, from paintings to drawings, and illustrations to sculpture. I even attempted to sketch some fish from a nearby painting. I guess that can explain why I got fish & chips afterwards, at a nearby restaurant. Next time I visit, I might just challenge myself to draw a horse - something I’ve never been even remotely good at. If you’re in the area, don’t miss this unique and beautiful place, located in the hub of historic Middleburg! #art #arting #artmuseum #sketching #sketchbook #moleskine #equestrianart #middleburg #northernvirginia #nationalsportinglibraryandmuseum #loudouncountyartists #artistsoninstagram #loudounart

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