Beyond the Bridle: Weatherly Stroh on Art, Equine Spirit & Landscapes of the Heart

In this intimate episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with Weatherly Stroh — acclaimed equestrian and landscape artist — for a deeply personal conversation on the intersection of art, nature, and the emotional bond between horses and humans. Weatherly shares her artistic journey, from growing up surrounded by animals to painting expressive equine portraits and vibrant landscapes that capture wilderness, movement, and memory. She discusses her creative process, the discipline of the studio, and the quiet spirituality she finds in the natural world. Together, they explore themes of identity, inspiration, grief, resilience, and how horses have shaped her life’s vision both on and off the canvas. Whether you’re an art lover, horse enthusiast, collector, or creative spirit, this thoughtful and soulful conversation offers a window into the passion and purpose that drive Weatherly’s work. 🌿 Listen to discover:How Weatherly began painting horses and landscapesThe emotional truths behind her equine portraitureThe role of intuition, solitude, and nature in her craftHow personal experiences shape artistic expressionAdvice for artists navigating growth, doubt & self-discoveryTune in for an inspiring reflection on creativity, connection, and what it means to capture the soul of a subject.✅ Keywords:Weatherly Stroh, equestrian artist, landscape artist, horse art, equine art, equine portraiture, contemporary landscape painting, art interview, creative process, artist story, art podcast, AART Podcast, Chris Stafford, painter interview, nature art, fine art, artist inspiration, women artists, horse lovers, art and nature, creative journey, studio life, art collectors, artistic identity, intimate artist interview.BIOAmerican equestrian artist, oil painter, landscape artist and retreat host Weatherly Stroh. Her unique palette and eye for horses brings a soft light to her work as she captures the gestures and movement of her subjects She says: ‘My paintings reflect the inspiration I find in the world around me, with a deep appreciation for slowing down to capture and appreciate the everyday magic that surrounds us.’  Weatherly was born and raised in Metamora, Michigan in 1974 the youngest of four children—including two step-siblings—to Gari Melchers Stroh (d) and Susanne Stroh. Her parents' love of horses brought them together and they subsequently conveyed their passion for riding to a young Weatherly who became a competitive rider. Her mother is also an artist and sculptor who instilled an artistic eye in her daughter so it was not surprising that, after high school at Cranbrook-Kingswood (affiliated to the renowned art academy graduate school) in Michigan,  Weatherly chose to major in art and photography at the University of Colorado. Whilst in college she spent a year in Florence, which stoked her interest in travel as well as inspiring her art. After college, she pursued various personal and professional directions including: racing mountain bikes, working for a magazine, a non-profit organization and teaching elementary school. It was during her twenty years in Colorado (Boulder for 10 years and then in the Vail Valley for 10) that Weatherly would also negotiate a divorce before she made a decision to relocate to Florida in 2011 where she has established herself as a professional artist. When she is not in her studio in Wellington, Weatherly is riding, playing tennis, and organizing Art of Life creative retreats.  Weatherly's website: https://weatherlystroh.comInstagram: @weatherlystroh Some favorite female artists:CJ HendryLizzie LarockClaudia RillingJill Soukup Weatherly’s playlist:Fleetwood MacTracy ChapmanCountryClassicalPop “Depending on my mood, I listen to pop music in my studio when I need energy, classical music for focus or a random mix of opera, country, oldies, and pop.” - Weatherly Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramAART on FacebookEmail: [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support.A Hollowell Studios ProductionInstagram: @theaartpodcast Email: [email protected]© Copyright: Chris Stafford | Hollowell StudiosAll Rights Reserved

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