Assateague Island Wild Horses

The horses of Assateague Island were inspiring to watch and paint. During my visit, I was able to photograph and paint in different atmospheric and light conditions.

"Assateague Treasure"
Oil 
14x18
$500.00

"Beach Run"
Oil 
24x30
$1,500

"Paint in Moonlight"
Oil 
9x12
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Wild Horses Running, Beauty and Power

The power and beauty of wild horses running is magnificent. Thundering hooves cresting a hill and running strait toward you as the dust begins to build behind them almost vibrates the ground.  The sound represents freedom, the sight one of unbridled beauty. Even in the midst of a full gallop the horses interact with each other in a version of high speed game of "tag". The element of fun is expressed here with a simple gesture. I hope you feel the thunder of hoves in this series of paintings based on the McCullough Peaks wild horses.

"Thunder on the Range"

Oil

14x18

$900.00

The Anatomy of a Painting

So much goes into the completion of a painting. I go through several stages to collect my reference, make field studies, value and color studies, then a final studio painting. Each painting in the process has it's own appeal and a valuable place in my process.

The  process for "Family Ties" started last August. I painted the field study early one morning.

Before I begin painting, I always take a couple of quick photos of my subject.

"The White Mare"

 6x6 

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This is the field study I did that morning.

Photo by Robin Knight

Painting "The White Mare"

"Close to Mom" 

4x4

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A small color study.

A value study.

"Family Ties"

Oil

14x18

$500.00

The painting process is one that involves as much authenticity and connection with my subjects as I can get. Through that process, I hope to bring to the viewer as much life and introduction into each piece as I can.