Horse Portraits in Pastel Or Oil Paint
I am Amy, a pet portrait artist in Derbyshire, and I create horse portraits from your photos in pastel or oil paint. I post across the UK and worldwide, so wherever you and your horse are, I can create your portrait. My horse portraits are available in a range of sizes.
Prices quoted on this website are for unframed portraits; pastels are supplied with a mount. I can recommend a range of frames and supply your oil painted equine portrait framed if required, and pastel portraits can be professionally framed with a glass front if you are able to collect from me in Derbyshire.
Custom Horse Portraits
Horses are such beautiful, graceful looking animals. They have been a subject of portrait artists through the centuries, and could be said to be the original subject of the pet portrait!
Whilst you may not be wanting a portrait of your horse riding into battle, there are a variety of compositions that can be drawn. Whether you own a dressage horse, hunter, or just a happy hacker, a horse portrait in either pastels or oil paint is the perfect keepsake of your special equestrian friend.
I work from photos that you provide. You can find information on getting the perfect photo for me to work from in my guide to taking photos for a portrait. You can see the sizes and costs on my pet portrait prices page.
You may also want to read a little about the process of commissioning a horse portrait.
I also have a post about the process of creating a portrait and the thought process behind composition decisions.
Sizes and Composition of Horse Portraits
Head/neck paintings can be done in my two larger sizes. Horse portraits are not suited to very small portraits, due to the high amount of detail and shape that needs to be added to the face. If you would like a full body horse portrait then the largest size is recommended.
It is recommended to remove head collars and bridles for your portrait photos if you do not want them in the portrait, however I can possibly remove them if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Horse Portraits
Can you help me choose or take a photo of my horse? Yes. Working from the right photo is key to a good portrait, so I am happy to help you choose one. For horses, think about what your horse will wear in the photo: I cannot add tack that is not in the picture, and if you do not want a head collar or bridle in the portrait it is best to remove it before taking the photo, though I can sometimes remove it if needed.
What sizes do horse portraits come in? Head and neck horse portraits are available in my two larger sizes, and a full body horse portrait is best in the largest size. Because of the detail and shape in a horse's face, horse portraits are not suited to very small sizes.
Can I see my horse's portrait before it is sent? Yes. I send a photograph of the work for you to check you are happy before it is sent. If you would like changes, I will make them and send another photograph.
Do you take horse portrait commissions from outside the UK? Yes. I work entirely from digital photographs, so I can take commissions and send finished portraits to almost anywhere in the world.
Can I commission a portrait of a horse that has passed away? Of course, please do get in touch and we can discuss your photos and the options we have. Learn more about commissioning a memorial pet portrait here.