2026 AjPHA Make Your Mark Art & Photo Contest winners named
The Top Five winners in each age category of the 2026 AjPHA Make Your Mark Art & Photo Contest each won cash prizes.
Hall of Fame & Distinguished Service Award nominations due December 1
Nominate a deserving Paint influencer for the APHA Hall of Fame or Distinguished Service Award; nominations are due by December 1.
Meet the Board: Mark Reisinger
Mark Reisinger is carrying on the Paint Horse breeding legacy established by his father while making an impact as a member of the APHA board.
The Rundown: Delena Doyle
Delena Doyle of Stephenville, Texas, has been an APHA judge since 1987. Get to know this expert official and what makes her tick.
Clara Smith’s “Confidant” wins PHJ 60th Anniversary Cover Art Contest
A beautiful tovero mare and her cowgirl partner—painted by artist Clara Smith—rose to the top of the Paint Horse Journal’s 60th Anniversary Cover Art Contest. As the winning artist Clara Smith’s “Confidant” will grace the Winter issue of the Paint Horse Journal as the storied APHA flagship publication embarks on its sixth decade dedicated to showcasing the stories and spirit of the American Paint Horse and the people who love them.
2026 Youth Futurity Project inspires next gen horsemen
The 2026 Youth Futurity Project encourages Youth to engage with horse training in a do-it-yourself format, culminating with championship classes at the APHA World Show.
APHA leaders give back at 2026 Heroes on Horses
APHA state directors enthusiastically answered a call to help create memorable experiences at the 2026 Heroes on Horses competition.
Meet the Board: Adam Wainscott
A lifelong horseman, Adam Wainscott is a breeder, trainer and exhibitor from Sanger, Texas; he was elected to the APHA board in 2026.
Member Spotlight: Jennifer Bishop
Jennifer Bishop from Richland, Michigan, is carving out her role in the Paint Horse world as an exhibitor and the founder of LUXEQUINE, an equestrian-inspired belt company.
Winners named in 2026 Chrome APHA Member Model Search
Jenny Lance and Jeremy Rosheisen earned grand-prize honors in the 2026 Chrome APHA Member Model Search contest.