::Welcome to the Lipizzaner Guildposted Nov 27th 2005, 2:58PM
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Welcome! You're currently at the Lipizzaner Guild of Sheezy Art. Our goal is to educate the general equine (and non-equine) public about Lipizzaners and to provide a gallery of beautiful Lipizzaner artwork!
::Recent News
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::About the breed
They have been called the dancing white stallions. This title isn't merely a jest of pride; it is a well earned world-known accomplishment of grace and beauty. The Lipizzaner, also known as the Lipizzan, is one of the oldest breeds known to humankind, and descended from nine studs, including some of Arabian blood. Lipizzaners used to be used as war horses; this is where the haute e'cole (airs above the ground) comes from. The breed is trained for three special military maneuvers: the levade, the courbette, and the capriole.
A levade is simply an extremely controlled rear where the horse must keep a forty-five degree angle with the ground. From the levade, a horse springs up and hops on his hind legs while keeping the forelegs together, performing a courbette. In battle this was used to break through infantry lines while keeping the rider safe. Lastly, the capriole is when the stallion leaps into the air and kicks out viciously with his hind legs. While also scaring away approaching footmen, the horse's hooves would kill anyone unfortunate enough to be standing behind the team.
In modern times the Lipizzaner is used for advanced dressage, not cavalry. They are Vienna's prized attraction at the Spanish Riding School. Tourists from all over the world flock to see the majestic stallions dance their way to brilliance.
For a fuller history, I will be writing a report type thing and posting it in the gallery. A link in the journal will be provided when this happens. Also, if I missed anything important please let me know.
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::Rules
+ ABSOLUTLY NO FAVING IN THE GUILD'S GALLERY. If you didn't get the point, that means don't fav in the guild's gallery. It pisses me off and I will NOT be happy. You will get one warning and if it happens again I'll do something of justice.
+ Show respect.
+ I suppose I'll be tacky like everyone else and say: have fun!
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::Joining
+ Send a message to the guild with the subject: "Joining". I will add your name to the list as soon as I get the chance. Commenting will get you no where. If I do see it, I will ignore it.
+ I ask that you put our avatar in your journal or signature, but it's not a requirement.
+ If I invite you this does not mean that you must join or die. It means that I thought (by your gallery or other club memberships) that you would be interested in joining the Lipizzaner Guild. Simply respond with a "no, but thank you for the offer."
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::Members (Count: Four)
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::Submitting
+ The work must be yours, in whole or as a collaboration. Photo manipulations using non-stolen pictures are accepted.
+ Every art medium is accepted, so don't be shy!
+ Send a message to the club with the subject "SUBMIT". Inside, include the link to the original and if you would like constructive critiques to improve (if yes, please specify if you'd like critiques by the general public or more detailed ones by a staff member).
+ Only submit LIPIZZANER art. It cannot simply be a picture of a white horse; I can tell the difference. This is also not the Spanish breed club. Don't try submitting Andalusians or Lustanios.
+ 'Lipizzaner art' includes anything about the Lipizzaner. It can be their tack, the Riding School, one of their riders, you get the point.
+ All levels of expertise are accepted unless it makes me barf. In these rare scenarios, I apologize now.
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::Websites
+ www.spanische-reitschule.com - The Spanish Riding School's official website. View in German or English.
+ www.spanishridingschool.com - View the US tour for 2005 and watch a movie of the Spanish Riding School!
+ http://special.equisearch.com/blog/ - The Spanish Riding School's blog about the American tour. There are tons of interesting facts in here and some really cool photos.
+ www.lipizzaner.com - A very informative website complete with photos and movie clips.
+ www.lipizzaner.org - Lipizzan Association of North America
+ www.lipizzaner.org.uk - British Lipizzaner Horse Society
+ www.lipizzan.com - Not a very well orgainized site, but it has lots of nifty things to look at.
+ These websites have basic information and is a good read to either learn or refresh your memory: Click here Click here
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::Staff
Founder:
Art Discoverer: These people will look for Lipizzaner art. This includes on SA, and personally-run websites. If enough people are interested I will split it into two groups: writing and pictures. 1/2 positions open
Evaluator: These people's job is to constructively critique any equine art that the author wants critiqued. This includes non-Lipizzan art. A quick sample of your abilities will be needed. 1/2 positions open
Contest Supporter: Donates money or drawn pictures (or other prizes) to the club contests. These people are to be treated like royalty!
Unlimited amount of openings.
I won't be hiring moderators until the guild is too large to handle by myself, which I doubt will ever happen.
To apply simply send the guild a note with the subject "applying for staff" and inside tell me which you want to do. I'll test you if I must and fill you in with what you have to do. You may apply for more than one position.
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::Affiliated
If you want to affiliate just send the guild a note; I'll put you up for the return of you putting us up. :)
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