“Cutting the Rug” by R. Clay Booth brings to life the phrase “cut a rug,” reimagined through the lens his artistic ability. The sculpture features a cowboy and his horse in a lively “dance” with a calf, turning a traditional cutting competition into an energetic and skilled display reminiscent of dance. The movements of the horse and calf are captured with stunning realism, emphasizing the agility and coordination required in cutting, while simultaneously reflecting the spontaneity and excitement of dance. The cowboy, perfectly in tune with his horse, guides the dance, demonstrating not only mastery over the calf but also an artistic flair akin to a dancer leading his partner across the dance floor.