09 Jun 2025
Crafted by Nature, Shaped by Effort: Art That Makes You Feel Good
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Experience the power and grace of the natural world through the eyes of Ilka Gansera-
Lévêque of Art & Horse Racing Gallery( www.artandhorseracing.com) at The Game Fair 2025. From July 25–27 at Ragley Hall, visitors will be treated to a curated selection of original artworks and sculptures from Ilka’s gallery, located within her
racing yard Saint Wendred's in the historic birthplace of racing. The exhibition features not only
equine subjects but also a rich variety of rural and natural themes, offering visitors a fresh
and inspiring perspective on countryside culture. The beauty of nature and the beauty of hard work is what this fineart gallery aims to showcase.
Multi-talented racehorse trainer, equine vet and fine art curator Ilka Gansera-Lévêque is set
to enchant visitors at The Game Fair 2025 with a curated selection of original artworks and
sculptures from her Newmarket-based Art & Horse Racing Gallery (www.artandhorseracing.com), in an exhibition inspired by hard work, designed to uplift and inspire.
Taking place at Ragley Hall from July 25–27, The Game Fair is the UK’s leading celebration
of country pursuits, drawing tens of thousands of enthusiasts each year. This summer, it
welcomes a special selection from Ilka’s gallery, located at her racing yard, Saint Wendred’s, in Newmarket the historic home of horseracing.
Set against the backdrop of live thoroughbreds in motion, the gallery offers a rare fusion of
equine excellence and artistic expression. As one of the UK’s only full-time racehorse
trainers who is also a qualified vet, Ilka brings a distinctive perspective, blending her deep
knowledge of animal welfare with a passion for visual storytelling.
“I love art and I want to show some of my favourite artists alongside the real thing—the
horses we train every day,” Ilka says. “This is art that makes you feel good.”
Reflecting the spirit of The Game Fair, its respect for tradition, craftsmanship and rural life,
the exhibition will feature:
Sculptures in bronze and wood by acclaimed artists Veda Hallows, Priscilla Hann, Neil Lemaire, Deborah Burt and
master carver Julian Stanley.
Evocative paintings and mixed media works by celebrated national and international talents
including Tania Still, Brooke Major, Dawn Reader, Diana Cook, Marco Ramasso, Bénédicte
Gélé, Liz Chomicki , Anna Pugh and Jackie Hardman.