The piece The Simple Pleasures is one in a series I have been doing on horses. Drawing has always been my first love, and the challenge of drawing horses is one of my favorites. Years ago I discovered a rag paper used in printing, and the charcoal working with the tooth of the paper gives a really great feel to the image. Add to that a beautiful horse enjoying a bath, and this piece was a simple pleasure to do. I feel leaving the background blank helps to emphasize the beauty and grace of these amazing animals. Hopefully the viewer will enjoy this drawing as much as I enjoyed drawing it.