This piece captures a summer moment in its quiet fullness — a group of young horses standing together, calm, present, and harmoniously united in a shared space. Their poses and gazes reveal a subtle balance between attentiveness and ease, between alertness and trust in the world around them. The work is not about a single instant or action, but about the feeling of being — the stillness of a warm day, the light in the air, and the gentle rhythm of life unfolding naturally. Pastel on Pastelmat allows for a tactile, expressive rendering, where softer, freer strokes convey the warmth of sunlight on coats, the texture of the earth, and the fleeting, delicate movement of air. The medium’s subtle roughness and layering reflect the raw beauty of nature, enhancing the sensation of openness, freedom, and the quiet joy of presence.