AMERICAN COWGIRL #1
joi-ashli farrar
arizona
american cowgirl # 1
joi-ashli farrar
our cowgirl ambassador
for
st. mary’s food bank
Photo image selected for the painting
american cowgirl #1
joi-ashli farrar - arizona
the NEW EDEN ranch
the painting
“ American cowgirl #01 - joi ashli - arizona ”
Lana’s tribute video coming soon
after completion of her painting.
photo & canvas IMAGES of
american cowgirl # 1
american cowgirl #1
joi-ashli farrar - arizona
Joi left behind her Ranch outside of Tehachapi, California in 2009
and set off on a new life journey that would lead her to the beautiful
city of Maricopa, Arizona.
She moved her two horses from California shortly after her arrival
to the Eyman family Ranch called the New Eden Ranch located in
Thunderbird farms just south of Maricopa. She continues to complete
her daily ranch chores and do her morning rides across the desert
trails and the Sierra Estrella Mountains where she truly immerses her
self and mind in the Cowgirl way of life.
joi-ashli farrar was on-boarded into the line-up as American Cowgirl #01 on march 27, 2013
PHOTOSHOOT DATES
LOCATIONS
may 29, 2013
hangin saddle ranch - hidden valley, arizona
JANUARY 14, 2014
EYMAN RANCH - THUNDERBIRD FARMS - MARICOPA - ARIZONA
december 7, 2015
hidden valley, arizona - joint shoot with american cowgirl #2
The actual image which was THE inspiration for joi ’s painting was taken in hidden valley, arizona
I was raised in the small and quiet city of Sunland, California just north of Burbank
where I was born. Although as a youth, I did not own horses of my own, I took
advantage of the numerous riding opportunities that were available at the nearby
stables.
After starting a family and moving to Bear Valley Springs, California, which is an equine
active community, I purchased my first horse which was a two year old breeding stock
Paint that I named Lacey. “Understanding that your animals teach you as much (or
more) than you teach them - to succeed in your endeavor you must create a
partnership and learn that patience really is a virtue.” I give credit to the assistance of
my neighbor, Rex Peterson who was a movie and trick horse trainer. for my
development as an expert rider. It was a dream come true sharing the dream and
passion with my children as we did trail riding through the mountains of the Southern
Sierras and also parading and competing together.
I have participated in a variety of competitions but I preferred the challenge of the
Extreme Ranch Horse Obstacle Race. I have served as a Girl Scout, Cub Scout, Young
Womens and 4H Equine leader as well as create youth riding clinics and competitions
such as the Ranchito Invitational.
I am also a Health Practitioner specializing in BioEnergetic therapies for people and
animals. My business has expanded in providing service to individuals worldwide
(AdvancedWellnessaz.com).
In addition I have created WYS Education, Empowerment Programs which has given
me the opportunity to deliver seminars at schools and to organizations
(WYSEducation.org). I also serve my community through the local Maricopa Pantry
Food Bank, supported by St. Mary’s Food Bank (www.firstfoodbank.org)
Joi’s thoughts on “ What it means to me to Be an American Cowgirl”
Heart, Inner-Strength, Integrity
A symbol of inner-power - Able to fall down and and get back up, get knocked down and rise above.
To be vulnerable and strong at the same time.
Understand that no matter what may have happened throughout your life, no matter where you are now, YOU matter.
Knowing that you can dream and dreams do come true!
Our Mission
St. Mary’s Food Bank serves to alleviate hunger through the gathering and
distribution of food while encouraging self-sufficiency, collaboration, advocacy
and education.
St. Mary’s Food Bank is truly a community-based organization. Individual donors, corporate donors, and private grants help feed hungry
individuals and families in our area. Serving 9 of Arizona’s 15 counties, we are committed to volunteerism, building community relationships
and improving the quality of life for Arizonans in need.
I believe
St. Mary’s supports our local food pantry where I volunteer virtually every week. I see the thousands of faces and real lives that receive the
benefits of being gifted food boxes. This provides me the joy of giving and I love every moment so see the impact on real life families.
our american cowgirls
the hearts of the changemakers
DECOR ART
AMERICAN COWGIRLS - western sTARS
halls of honor- coming in 2022
CALL FOR AMERICAN COWGIRL ARTISANS - COMING SOON
Joi-ashli and her horses - lacey and iris
