Celebrating the Year of the Horse!

Happy Chinese New Year!

I’m marking the Year of the Horse with a series of my favourite equine photographs, images that honour one of the most iconic and revered animals in Chinese history. For centuries, the horse was not only the primary means of travel across ancient China, but also a symbol of strength, elegance, and unstoppable momentum.

The Year of the Horse is traditionally associated with vibrant energy and forward motion. It’s a time that encourages bold steps, fresh beginnings, and the courage to gallop toward change.

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My Optimism of Color Blog

Every Tuesday and Friday, I post a photo or piece of art that I’ve created that reflects what I call the Optimism of Color. Through vibrant colors and bold visceral forms, these works shout out my joy at being alive, and my good fortune at being able to continue to make art after surviving five cardiac arrests in one night in 2011.

Each of the images I post brings a smile to my face. I hope they bring you similar joy and laughter through the Optimism of Color.

All photos © Linda Joyce Ott 2026

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