About Us

A Lifelong Love of All Things Equine

We are a mother-daughter team of hobbyists that has been the Upper Peninsula's Breyer Model Horse dealer since 2016.

With a combined 20+ years of experience in both the real and model horse worlds, we look forward to being your friendly NEIGH-borhood model horse source!

Find us on: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch!

Our Story

In 2016, we were given the opportunity to become the Upper Peninsula's Breyer Model Horse dealer when a local tack shop decided they no longer wanted to handle and sell model horses.

Having been collectors for roughly 10 years, transitioning into the retail process was relatively easy, and it was a very fun and interesting experience! By the time that we became a Breyer retailer, we had already been hosting model horse shows for six years, and had started Manes & Tails Model Horse 4H Club the year prior in 2015.

Taking on the role of a Breyer dealership has allowed us many amazing experiences and an inside look at collecting and the model horse hobby. We are able to use our hobby knowledge to help our our customers with whatever they may need, be it breed advice, statistics on a particular limited run, or even hunting down a specific model.

We at Paint Pony Studios hope that you enjoy your experience with us both as a retailer and as your friendly NEIGH-borhood horse source.

Meet The Team

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Tess Jezek

Co-Owner

Hi, I'm Tess! My daughter showed me the real world of horses, living and plastic. This is a hobby we feel very strongly about.

Though I no longer ride as often as I used to, I enjoy trail riding. Now my interests lie with the model horses and helping Emma with Johnny and Alex. We both are involved in 4H on the local and county level as we serve positions on the counties council and run our own 4H. I was also involved in Pony Club in various positions.

Within the last few years I began to show my models along with Emma and found it fascinating; I have learned a lot since taking on the retail business of the model horse community.

When not showing model horses, I spend a lot of my time knitting. Check out my Etsy store (linked above!)

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Emma Jezek

Co-Owner | Illustrator | Equine Artist

Hi, I'm Emma! I have two real horses (Alex and Johnny) besides the 80+ plastic ones.

I was in Pony Club for 10 years, and I love to do everything from Eventing to Speed with both of my horses.

As of now, I mainly collect Breyers, but I'm looking to expand my herd of Artist Resins as well. I'm a huge believer in "collect what you like," but I always look for a way to do that while filling my show string at the same time. For me, anything flashy goes, but I also know there's no bad color for a good horse.

I am also a freelance illustrator, specializing in cartoons. In the past, I developed The Peter Stone Company's current "Design A Horse" program (Try Before You Buy!) and have designed several runs for Moonlight Madness, the entire 2022 Classic Literature Series, and more!

My interests also wander outside the realm of equines, so make sure you check out my personal website and Instagram for more varied artwork!

For professional inquiries, please email me at leijxna@gmail.com.

The Ponies of Paint Pony Studios

Paloma the Palomino

PPS Mascot

Hi there! My name is PALOMA.

I am a palomino Appendix Quarter Horse - this means that I am part Quarter Horse, part Thoroughbred.

My favorite color is blue, and I love painting and hanging out with my two friends, Prada and Stipple.

Prada the Arabian

PPS Mascot

Hello, my name is PRADA.

I am a black Arabian.

As the resident style expert, it's my job to make sure that all of the artwork featured here is colorful and fun! I also love getting my hooves dirty in the studio.

Stipple the Knabstrupper

PPS Mascot

Hiya, my name is STIPPLE.

I am a black leopard Knabstrupper, a spotted breed of horse native to Denmark.

I'm the most level-headed and responsible of the group, so I'm usually the designated "Gelding in Charge" to make sure Paloma and Prada don't cause trouble.

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Brandy Alexander aka ALEX

1992

Welsh Pony (A) x American Saddlebred

Chestnut Tobiano Pinto

I'm ALEX!

I was Emma's main riding pony and partner in crime for 10 years, but my career in the United States Pony Club started when I was five years old. I'm the inspiration behind the name PAINT PONY Studios

Now that I'm in my twenties, I'm taking a well-deserved break and enjoying my retirement. I give lessons to kids on a weekly basis, and I love being showered with affection - and treats!

My best friend at the barn is a mixed breed pony named Wendy, and I'm certainly a favorite, if I do say so myself. I help keep Johnny in line when Emma isn't around.

Lava

Horse-Shaped Object

Hello!

My name is LAVA.

I'm one of Emma's oldest original characters, and one of her favorite to draw.

I may not be a horse, but I am very horse-shaped. I am actually made of rock, as I'm a statue that magically came to life.

You may see me in several speed-painting videos, stickers, and even starring in Emma's comic book, BREATHE, along my human companion, Lee.

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Dark Squire aka JOHNNY

2010

Off-The-Track Thoroughbred

Dark Seal Bay

My name is JOHNNY!

I'm an ex-racehorse from Louisiana, and my pedigree contains some of the greats - A.P. Indy, Northern Dancer, Seattle Slew, Mr. Prospector, and even Secretariat.

I just wasn't cut out for a racing career. I was fast, but the track made me kinda nervous... and I get bored pretty easily. That's why I like jumping and dressage!

Now that I've had some time to relax and learn how to be a horse, I'm a big, loveable goofball. Emma calls me her "oversized Rottweiler." I'm a cuddlebug and love to be in your pocket, and my favorite treat is a nice, juicy orange!