“Higher Education” by R. Clay Booth speaks to the learning experience taking place for both horse and rider. The cowboy’s skill and persistence in “teaching” the horse represents the hard-earned wisdom and expertise that come from facing challenges head-on. The physical elevation of both horse and rider adds a clever layer to the theme, emphasizing not only their battle for dominance but also the metaphor of reaching new heights of understanding and mastery. This sculpture is a powerful testament to the rugged, unyielding nature of both cowboy and horse, capturing the essence of the cowboy and the education learned and taught through perseverance and grit.