Many of us have grown up with a fixed mindset, believing we are talented in an area or not. We often are taught to strive for perfection at all costs. These two elements lead to us giving up on things that could be really good if we focused on progress rather than perfection.

This is the first episode in our Hope and Healing series that we will be publishing over the summer.

In this conversation, Francisco and I talk about wild horses, particularly those being threatened in Canada. We also dive into the power of creativity and how our love for horses has informed our participation in the creative process.

Growing up as a whitewater kayaker, Francisco's life-long love of photography grew to a professional level while documenting his teammates during training and competitions. After suffering an unfortunate accident from dropping down a 60-foot waterfall, Francisco shifted his focus from kayaking to photography. Unwilling to give up the world of sports completely, he has built a career as a professional sports photographer, traveling around the world to work with brands like Nike, Monster Energy, Lululemon, and Gatorade.

Not just the world of sports has informed Francisco’s photography practice. He has a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design and is deeply influenced by his love of the visual arts. With his unique artistic journey coupled with a deep love for horses and western scenes, Francisco decided to go back to his early painting days to create equine art.

This new practice feeds his deep passion for the equine world while being able to continue with his photography career. You will find him often photographing the Alberta Wild horses located an hour away from his home.

Born and raised in Mexico City, you’ll find Francisco in his new home Cochrane, CA. He feels connected to the Western vibe of the city and enjoys collaborating on projects and branching out on adventures whenever possible. He always enjoys returning to his first home, where you can spot him every now and then on the clear blue waters of Mexico’s south coast enjoying a good surfing session with friends.

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/franciscolisci/https://www.instagram.com/franciscolisci.art/

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@franciscolisci

Linktree:

https://linktr.ee/franciscolisci

Etsy:

https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/FranciscoLisci?ref=seller-platform-mcnav

Lily pulled me in, wanting to know more about her experience, with the beautiful pictures of her Mustang Echo. I admire her sensitive approach, willingness to learn, and bravery in taking a chance in life. She says a number of beautiful lessons she has learned in her time working with horses and how they have helped her gain confidence in herself.

I really wanted to get this out on the usual Thursday release, but with a birthday and graduation to plan for and the need for sleep, I didn't make it. I'm so glad it is out here now for the world to hear more about how incredible Mustangs are and how they can guide us as we navigate life.

After being a lifelong horse lover and entering the world of horses full-time with her first mare and a second rescue horse, Lily got her first Mustang, Echo, in June of 2023. She takes a soft approach with horses, helping the horses stay as calm and comfortable as possible. Lily manages an 80-acre farm in Tennessee that’s home to around 25 horses mainly consisting of Appaloosas and Quarter Horses. Since getting heavily involved in horses, specifically mustangs, she has been able to work on improving herself in many areas, including how she interacts with others and her own mental and emotional health. She loves sharing her horses with others online and in person, so that more people can experience the positive impact horses have.

Be sure to follow Lily online!

Linktree:

https://linktr.ee/elawodimustangs?utm_source=linktree_profile_share