My Background
My Background
My Background
I have been passionate about horses and Art since a young age. I grew up in Australia where my sisters and I would spend our holidays on farms and sheep stations. I was always trying to capture horses' beauty and strength using any medium I had at my disposal. I followed my passion when I left school and I studied at Art College in the UK
I have been passionate about horses and Art since a young age. I grew up in Australia where my sisters and I would spend our holidays on farms and sheep stations. I was always trying to capture horses' beauty and strength using any medium I had at my disposal. I followed my passion when I left school and I studied at Art College in the UK for four years, specialising in Illustration. I have worked as an Archaeological illustrator and freelanced. I later qualified as a teacher and found my vocation in sharing my enthusiasm for the Arts.
The Process
My Background
My Background
If you are interested in commissioning me to complete a portrait, the first step is to contact me and share your ideas and photographs. I can work from high quality photographs, you can submit them to me digitally, which is often the easiest way, or by post, I can then advise on the best way to maximise the subject's personality and featu
If you are interested in commissioning me to complete a portrait, the first step is to contact me and share your ideas and photographs. I can work from high quality photographs, you can submit them to me digitally, which is often the easiest way, or by post, I can then advise on the best way to maximise the subject's personality and features. If you are local to me I am happy to help with the photographs or discuss with you the possibility of using a professional photographer.
Once we are both satisfied with the image chosen, I will produce a simple sketch showing how the portrait will be placed on the page. When you are happy with this we can go ahead with the commission.
This process is the same whether you want a realistic portrait or a character one.
My medium for realistic portraits
My medium for realistic portraits
My medium for realistic portraits
Often my Portraits are produced using Graphite Pencil on Bright White heavy paper. I find that the tonal values of line and shading which can be created with graphite pencil enable me to capture the essence of my subject, with both detail and subtlety. However, some clients want to demonstrate richness of colour so in this case I will use coloured Poly Cromo pencils.
My Inspiration
My medium for realistic portraits
My medium for realistic portraits
As you probably have already gathered, I am an enthusiastic horse woman. I have my own horse, Lulu, and we enjoy taking part in a variety of equine disciplines. As much of my time is spent with horses I am constantly inspired and excited by new possibilities for my Artwork. It is also important to me to ensure my drawings are accurate an
As you probably have already gathered, I am an enthusiastic horse woman. I have my own horse, Lulu, and we enjoy taking part in a variety of equine disciplines. As much of my time is spent with horses I am constantly inspired and excited by new possibilities for my Artwork. It is also important to me to ensure my drawings are accurate and I have taken part in horse dissections as part of my study of equine anatomy whilst attending clinics with many international horsemen and women.
Choices and Price List
Individual head and neck Portraits
This is a popular choice for my clients and it is a great way to capture character and poise.
Face on Portrait
Prices start at £175 for an A4 Portrait
This works particularly well if you have a a fabulous forelock like Beau does.
Traditional side view
Prices start at £175 for an A4 Portrait
This is a popular choice which captures the profile and features of your horse perfectly. I can remove head collars or bridles from your photograph to have a more natural look or I can change details to include different tack. If desired I can change the positioning of the mane.
Head over the door
Prices start at £175 for an A4 Portrait
This three quarter angle view epitomises the view of a 'Head over the Stable door'. As with all my Portraits changes can be made regarding tack and mane.
Paired portraits and something a bit different
Whole body portraits
Prices start at £300 for an A3 portrait
If you want to have a portrait representing the whole of your horse, with or without tack, I can advise you on the best size and image. The portrait above measures 70cm x 50cm unframed. Once framed this size creates an impressive impact in any room.
Paired Portraits
Prices start at £300 for an A3 portrait
This paired portrait is a popular style.
This piece is a narrative showing the romance between wild stallion Picasso and his mare Spirit Dancer.
Fine Details
Prices start at £250
Sometimes clients want me to complete a piece demonstrating a style of riding. This portrait demonstrates the journey of a Californian Hackamore Horse.
Please contact me if you have questions, either by email or phone.
Choices and Price List
Dog Portraits
A4 Portrait
Prices start at £150 for an A4 Portrait
This size portrait is done on an A3 sized background, enabling it to be framed with plenty of space around it for maximum impact.
These can be done in either colour Poly Cromo pencils or black and white Graphite pencil.
Group or Paired Portraits
Prices start at £180 for a Paired Portrait
The dog above formed part of a group portrait of four dogs. I can work from different photos of each individual animal and I will spend time ensuring that the layout contributes to the character of the piece.
Please contact me if you have questions, either by email or phone.
Fine Art ~ available as limited edition prints
All art is theft - run Mixed media
I loved working with the 'dogs on the beach' illustrations and this idea came to me.
It demonstrates the influences we have as artists which drip into our work, both consciously and subconsciously.
The original has been accepted into the Green and Stone Gallery in Chelsea, London, for their Works on Paper exhibition in January 2024.
Orion - Eye of the storm Graphite and charcoal
My fine art pieces can be found in galleries and limited edition prints are available.
If you are interested in a print of a particular artwork please get in touch for sizing and prices.
All prints are professionally produced using light fast inks on expression smooth or textured paper depending on the art work.
Picasso Graphite pencil
The Wild Horses of the Sand Wash Basin in Colorado have inspired many artists and photographers. This portrait of the famous 30 year old stallion Picasso was completed using the inspiration of Scott Wilson's photography.
Picasso, who was last seen in 2019, has become an icon of strength and survival and his legend lives on.
'The Wild' Graphite and charcoal
Inspired by the wild horses of America. This piece depicts survival of the fittest in the Big Sky state of Montana.
This print is done on textured paper which gives it an original quality.
Picasso and Spirit dancer Graphite Pencil