Susan DiFelice
Fine Art & Illustration Rooted In Equestrian Life & Coastal AdventuresOriginal paintings, archival prints, and illustrations inspired by horses, the North Carolina coast, and a lifelong love of art.
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Featured Artwork
Work inspired by horses, the coast, and the stories those places hold
Recent News
3 Questions With Susan DiFelice
Sandhills Equine Monthly asked Susan about balancing riding with family and work as a professional equestrian designer.
Of ‘Knitting Hands’ And Good Hands
Eliza Sydnor Romm, a dressage trainer, shares insights on effective hand usage in riding, debunking the myth that “good hands” should remain still. Collaborating with artist Susan DiFelice, they reveal illustrated dressage training tips in their “Drawn To Dressage” blog series, blending their expertise and love for horsemanship.
The Fallacy Of The Push-Button Horse
Eliza Sydnor Romm discusses the misconception that trained horses are easy to ride, likening their complexity to piloting a jet. She emphasizes the importance of mastering foundational skills like balance and responsiveness to handle advanced movements. Romm collaborates with artist Susan DiFelice to share illustrated dressage training tips through their blog series.
About Susan
Artist & Illustrator
My work explores the connection between horses, the sea, and the places that stay with us long after we leave them.
Creative Partnerships
Shop the Posh Pony
Shop the Posh Pony is a small equestrian retailer and manufacturer located in Southern California. Their products are handmade with love by a mother-daughter duo. Their goal is to provide the equestrian community with fun and adorable gifts, treats, and personal goods.
I had the pleasure of interviewing Jenny Blades of Shop the Posh Pony about her beautiful boot stuffers that she makes using some of my fabric designs. Here is what I learned…