Run for the Roses Thoroughbred Specialty 2023
As we approach the First Saturday in May and the running of the Kentucky Derby, the Thoroughbred takes center stage in the sports world. This is the second annual show to showcase and celebrate the Thoroughbred breed. It is a FREE show. Awards: Standard OMHPS ribbons awarded to 10th Place, Section Champions/Reserves, and Division Champions/Reserves.
(1) Classes are for purebred Thoroughbreds only - no grades/crossbreds. See descriptions for where your model best fits. This show will not be stewarded. (2) No tack or riders, unless molded on or permanently attached. (3) Each model may enter 1 class in each of 3 divisions-GENDER, WORKMANSHIP, and ACTION (pose type). (4) Each exhibitor may enter up to 5 different models in each class. Classes are limited to 100 entries each. Large classes may be split at judge’s discretion. (5) Any background is acceptable. (6) Photos must meet OMHPS guidelines. You must own the model you are showing. If you are using photos from an artist/previous owner, you must have permission and state this in your model’s description. (7) Class winners will compete for Section Champion/Reserve. Section Champions will compete for Division Champion/Reserve. (8) No profane or vulgar model names, please. (9) Please be courteous to judges and fellow contestants. Judges’ decisions are final. Have fun!
Concluded
You can find the show results below
Divisions
For purebred Thoroughbreds only – no mixes or grades. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes. Judged on characteristics of the breed/model including gender, conformation, mechanics, condition, and photo dynamics. Rarity, number produced and value of model are not a factor. Reference information is highly recommended especially if the Thoroughbred is a specific type.
Sections
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
Classes
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred stallions/colts over 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred mares/fillies OVER 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred geldings over 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. Young Thoroughbred Colts/Geldings under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. Young Thoroughbred Fillies under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
Classes
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred stallions/colts over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred mares/fillies over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred geldings over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in any scale smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12 scale). Young Thoroughbred Colts/Geldings under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For OF Plastic, OF Resin, OF Rubber or OF China in any scale smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12 scale). Young Thoroughbred Fillies under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic Scale (1:12 scale or larger). Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
Classes
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred stallions/colts over 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred mares/fillies OVER 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred geldings over 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. Young Thoroughbred Colts/Geldings under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. Young Thoroughbred Fillies under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
Classes
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred stallions/colts over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred mares/fillies over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred geldings over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in any scale smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12 scale). Young Thoroughbred Colts/Geldings under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Custom Plastic, Custom OF Resin, Custom Rubber or Custom Cold-Painted China in any scale smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12 scale). Young Thoroughbred Fillies under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic scale (1:12 scale or larger). Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
Classes
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred stallions/colts over 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred mares/fillies OVER 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. For purebred Thoroughbred geldings over 1 year of age. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. Young Thoroughbred Colts/Geldings under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in Large Traditional/Traditional/Classic, 1:12 scale or larger above. Young Thoroughbred Fillies under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
Classes
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred stallions/colts over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred mares/fillies over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in any scales smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12). Purebred Thoroughbred geldings over 1 year of age only. Foals and young Thoroughbreds under 1 year of age go in the gender specific Young Thoroughbred classes.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in any scale smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12 scale). Young Thoroughbred Colts/Geldings under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
For Artist Resins and Custom Glazed China Thoroughbreds in any scale smaller than Classic (smaller than 1:12 scale). Young Thoroughbred Fillies under 1 year of age. Purebred Thoroughbreds only.
This division is for purebred THOROUGHBREDS ONLY with sections for Solid Color and Patterned. Judging criteria is finish details, workmanship, color/shading, condition and photo dynamics. Foals are welcome. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Open to all OF, Custom, Artist Resin and Custom Glazed China in all brands and scales. For this show, ROANS of all colors will go under the PATTERNED SECTION. NOTE: For this division you will need to have the Workmanship tab completed on your model’s page.
Sections
For purebred THOROUGHBREDS with solid coat colors. Open to all OF, Custom, Artist Resin and Custom Glazed China in all brands and scales. Foals are welcome. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Documentation recommended for unusual coat colors. Judging criteria is finish details, workmanship, color/shading, condition and photo dynamics. (NOTE: For this show, all ROANS will go in Roans under the PATTERNED section. Maximum White, Dominant White, White Spotted or Bird Spotting or Thoroughbreds identified as “Sabino” go in the appropriate class under the Patterned Section. (White coloration due to greying go in the Solid Color Section under Grey Solid - Light to White.)
Classes
For buckskin, dun, grulla, dunskin Thoroughbreds and related colors.
For solid chestnut Thoroughbreds in lighter shades including flaxen and blonde chestnut.
For solid chestnut Thoroughbreds in dark shades or liver chestnut.
For solid grey Thoroughbreds in medium to dark shades including chestnut or bay going grey.
For solid grey Thoroughbreds in light shades including rose grey or white and near white.
For solid palomino, cremelo, perlino or double cream Thoroughbreds (except buckskin--see separate class).
For all other allowable solid Thoroughbred colors such as silvers or galastra plume, etc. Please note that for this show all ROANS go in the Patterned Section.
For allowable purebred Thoroughbred coat patterns. Open to all OF, Custom, Artist Resin and Custom Glazed China in all brands and scales. Foals are welcome. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging criteria is finish details, workmanship, color/shading, condition and photo dynamics. Documentation recommended, especially for unusual coat patterns or patterns that have recently emerged in the Thoroughbred breed. Sabino-like or sabino-look pattern is referred to as White Spotting and labeled as Max/Dominant White on this site, however due to confusion regarding TB genetics, “Sabino” is being included as a workmanship option in the Dominant White/White Spotting classes. TOBIANO PINTO is now documented as occurring in registered Thoroughbreds, so IS INCLUDED for 2024. (NOTE: For this show, all ROANS will go in Roans under this section.)
Classes
For Thoroughbreds of any allowable roan color, not in combination with any other pattern.
For Thoroughbred of any color showing minimal dominant white, also called white spotting or bird spots pattern. This is also sometimes described as "sabino" pattern, though Thoroughbreds don't carry the sabino gene.
For Thoroughbreds of any color showing moderate dominant white or white spotting pattern. This is also sometimes described as "sabino" pattern, though Thoroughbreds don't carry the sabino gene.
For Thoroughbreds of any color showing extreme max/dominant white or white spotting pattern with 90% white pattern or all white. This is also sometimes described as "maximum sabino" though Thoroughbreds don't carry the sabino gene.
For Thoroughbreds in any other allowable pattern not included in other classes. Photo references and/or documentation highly recommended. (Brindle and patterns due to Vitiglio would go in this class.)
This is a halter division for purebred THOROUGHBREDS only where the classes are grouped by pose. (Something a little different!) Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics. Foals are welcome. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. PLEASE READ CLASS DESCRIPTIONS CAREFULLY TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION.
Sections
Open purebred THOROUGHBREDS ONLY in any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. PLEASE READ CLASS DESCRIPTIONS CAREFULLY TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION.
Classes
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are standing flat with all four feet on the ground, head at least somewhat elevated (not grazing) and showing no movement -- forward, backward or sideways. (If not standing flat, see Standing - Not Flat class.) Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are standing, but all four feet are not flat on the ground (resting one foot, pawing, etc.) and showing no movement -- forward, backward or sideways. (If all four feet are on the ground, see Standing - Flat class.) Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a walk (including Spanish walk, running walk) showing forward movement. Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a trot or jog (including prance, elevated trot, half pass, passage) showing forward movement. Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a canter or lope demonstrating a three-beat gate (including pirouette) and showing appropriate movement. Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a gallop demonstrating a four-beat gate (including hand gallop, racing) and showing forward movement. Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed in the midst of a jump with at least two feet off the ground, or an action such as rearing, bolting or acting up (includes frolicking if not a definite gate, kicking out with movement, etc.) Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds in a pose not covered in other classes in this section, such as lying down, rolling, grazing, etc. Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are standing flat with all four feet on the ground, head at least somewhat elevated (not grazing) and showing no movement -- forward, backward or sideways. (If not standing flat, see Standing - Not Flat class.) Open to any Large Traditional, Traditional or Classic scale model, 1:12 or over. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
Open purebred THOROUGHBREDS only in any Mini Scale, less than Classic 1:12 scale. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. PLEASE READ CLASS DESCRIPTIONS CAREFULLY TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION.
Classes
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are standing flat with all four feet on the ground, head at least somewhat elevated (not grazing) and showing no movement -- forward, backward or sideways. (If not standing flat, see Standing - Not Flat class.) Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than Classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are standing, but all four feet are not flat on the ground (resting one foot, pawing, etc.) and showing no movement -- forward, backward or sideways. (If all four feet are on the ground, see Standing - Flat class.) Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than Classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a walk (including Spanish walk, running walk) showing forward movement. Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than Classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a trot or jog (including prance, elevated trot, half pass, passage) showing forward movement. Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than Classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a canter or lope demonstrating a three-beat gate (including pirouette) and showing appropriate movement. Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than Classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed at a gallop demonstrating a four-beat gate (including hand gallop, racing) and showing forward movement. Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than Classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are posed in the midst of a jump with at least two feet off the ground, or an action such as rearing, bolting or acting up (includes frolicking if not a definite gate, kicking out with movement, etc.) Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds in a pose not covered in other classes in this section, such as lying down, rolling, grazing, etc. Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
For purebred Thoroughbreds that are standing flat with all four feet on the ground, head at least somewhat elevated (not grazing) and showing no movement -- forward, backward or sideways. (If not standing flat, see Standing - Not Flat class.) Open to any Mini Scale model, smaller than Classic or 1:12 scale. Foals are welcome. All finishes. No tack unless molded on or permanently attached. Judging is based on the pose dynamics, conformation in relation to the Thoroughbred breed, condition, physical mechanics and photo dynamics.
Run for the Roses Thoroughbred Specialty 2023 - Contact show host
For questions, please email me with "ROSES" in the subject line or contact me through the OMHPS site via private forum message.