Frequently Asked Questions

Horses Inside Out is a unique and informative organisation for all equestrians to learn more about how the horse functions through lectures, talks, webinars, courses, books, model specimens, online content and other educational materials. Our USP is the anatomically painted horse! By using a horse painted on the outside with one of the eleven anatomical systems, we can show information relating to anatomy, therapy or biomechanics in a fun, understandable way. The knowledge can be tailored to all levels from advanced students to first time horse owners.

How long it takes depends on the structures depicted. Gillian likes the painting process to be calm and relaxed for the horses. We always allow plenty of time so the horse can have breaks and walks in hand as necessary and they are painted in a warm, dry, comfortable place with access to hay and water throughout. For a live painted horse lecture demonstrations Gillian will paint both sides of 2 horses and with the help of at least 4 volunteers, we allow 6 hours to paint both horses.Gillian has now painted every anatomical system on horses as well as views from in front, behind and above. To see this work check out Horse Anatomy for Performance: https://www.horsesinsideout.com/product-page/horse-anatomy-for-performance For the project Anatomy in Action, a beautiful book and in-depth biomechanical course in horse movement, Gillian painted the skeleton on horses from all different breeds and disciplines with the aim to capture, in high definition slow-motion, all the gaits and movements horses perform. Learn more about Anatomy in Action here: www.horsesinsideout.com/aia

Non-toxic, hypoallergenic water-based paint is used so it is safe for the horses and washes off. If you are looking to paint your horse we recommend you use wet chalks, chalk paint or chalk pens.Other favourite questions related to painting is: Do you use a stencil? - No is the answer; Who paints the horse? (Even the queen asked this question!) - Gillian does. How? - It is really only possible by possessing a thorough understanding of what is happening under the skin and being able to accurately pinpoint the location of bony structures beneath.

Yes we currently have 2 gorgeous horses and 2 wonderful ponies!Toby is a 17.2hh 12yo ISH gelding allrounder who has evented up to 1* level. As well as being a star of Horses Inside Out and appearing in our online videos and on courses, Gillian and Toby regularly compete in dressage, showjumping and eventing and enjoy fun rides together. George is a 17.2hh 6yo ISH allrounder who Gillian has been competing up to 90cm.Pumpernickel is an 11yo 12.2hh coloured cob and his main role is to take part on Horses Inside Out courses and be a good companion pony. He regularly does ground work exercises, lunging and long reining and is ridden occasionally to help keep him well exercised and healthy. Diego is an 11.2hh 3yo cob and he is a companion pony who Gillian is working in-hand.Learn more about our horses here: www.horsesinsideout.com/blog

Freddie was a wonderful horse and has been the face of Horses Inside Out since the very beginning. He had a wonderful character and loved playing to the audience. He has many fans all over the world, and features on the front of most of Gillian’s books and DVD’s. He is also the Horses Inside Out logo. Sadly he passed away in 2021 but he lives on in Gillian’s publications, many videos, photographs, prints and in her heart.Gillian has also recently built Freddie's skeleton and has him in the classroom so that he can continue to teach those who see him as he did when he was alive. Read more about Freddie here: https://www.horsesinsideout.com/post/freddie-fox We also have a documentary series about Freddie and his multidisciplinary team and what Gillian discovered when she was able to study his skeleton. https://www.horsesinsideout.com/bbom