Horse Paintings by Michelle Wrighton

I’m sure that artists reading this will understand, LOL and non-artists will just think I am weird, but sometimes a painting takes on a life of its own with such determination that it almost seems paint itself – almost as if the subject has such strength of personality and character that its spirit insists on being immortalised in art.

Friesian Spirit is one of those paintings.

Friesian Spirit - Equine portrait painting by Michelle Wrighton

I havn’t decided at this time if ‘Friesian Spirit’ will be made available in my RedBubble and Zazzle art print and gift shops, as I am leaning towards offering this one as Limited Edition prints only. If you would like to be notified when ‘Friesian Spirit’ is available for purchase, simply subscribe to the rss feed for this blog, or join the new page I have created at Facebook for my artwork – Michelle Wrighton Artist

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Tommy - Standardbred Horse Painting

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There is nothing quite like the power and majesty of a Thoroughbred Race Horse, and this digital painting is the first in a series of Racing Paintings that I have planned (for both Standardbreds and Thoroughbred race horses).  Thanks to photographer Cathy Sheeter for the wonderful reference photo.

Ready to Run Race Horse painitng by Michelle Wrighton

100% crop of Ready to Run detail

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Show Horse Pet Portrait Painting by Michelle Wrighton

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FINE ART PET PORTRAIT COMMISSIONS

Anyone can copy your favourite photographs.

Few can transform them into exquisite Fine Art.

I accept commissions worldwide for fine art commissions of horses, dogs, cats, pets and wildlife.

Commissioning a portrait is easy – simply select the size and type of portrait that you would like (photo manipulation, digital painting, genuine pastel or oil painting), send me a selection of your favourite photos to work from.  A 30% deposit is required to commence your portrait, and once completed a proof of the portrait will be emailed to you for approval before final payment is required.

Price List for Commissioned Fine Art Portraits and additional information

PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS

I am available seven days a week for photography sessions of your dog, horse, cat or other pets, either at your home, agistment centre, favourite park, event, beach or training centre.

Artistic, candid and action shots emphasizing the individual personality of the subject are my specialty.

Photography Session and Print Prices

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2007 Traditional soft Pastels on Art Spectrum Colourfix sanded paper.

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