My favourite expression of detail is drawing a horse in action. Most owners would say that a good sharp, well framed action picture of them riding is most appealing.
The muscle tone, bone structure,
sweaty reflective coat, and all the different textures, makes it
a more interesting challenge as an artist. Like any sport, riding
is as involved and skilled as you want it to be. It is the contrast
between the polished sportsperson and the earthy, dirty, hard work
that appeals to me, both as an artist Riding a horse well is an art form, and it is beautiful to watch. It is the propotions and the detail that make it so. This is why the horse is so admired and so challenging to artists. All horses have that magical attraction, whether covered in mud in a field or immaculately turned out for a show. The finished portrait is a very personal choice for the client and as the artist I can advise but only they know the animal and how they would like it to be portrayed. 'Friend' of the Society of Equestrian Artists |
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Nick
and Obey
Commissioned by mum Katie from Lincolnshire Colour pencil - 31.5 x 45 cm |
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Antoinette II
and Jade |
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Red
(Simply Red)
and friend
Commissioned by Jacqueline Davis for her daughter Rebecca Red at the time was a 6 year old, Strawberry Roan Connemara X Colour pencil - 45 x 38 cm |
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Harry
For previous owners Jenny and daughter Sarah Colour pencil - 44.5 x 34.5 cm |
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Bill
and Bridget Smith
A present from Melissa to Bridget Colour pencil - 35 x 28 cm |
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Rosie
and Daniel
For Fiona Holton of Barleyfields Equestrian Centre Colour pencil - 44 x 38 cm |
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Chester
(Chester Blue)
and Aimee |
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Brandy
and Lee Penny
Lee aged 13 competing in mounted games Colour pencil - 31 x 28 cm |
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Meynall
Farm
A wedding gift for Lauren and Ian A cartoon style arial illustration of Lauren's horses, and Ian's cattle and vehicles Colour pencil - 43 x 30.7 cm |
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