Dueling Stallions

Dueling Stallions

Each stands alone 

9x12x2" wooden box

Work in progress

These two stallions are struggling, yet not on the same dimension. I'm getting the layout set before I paint them. I'll lay in some color with acrylic, maybe overlaying it with oils later. They're starting out realistic, but I have a feeling they're going to tear into one another and get abstract before it's over. Looking forward to playing with color!

Looking back and feeling fine!

Awesome Artwork Collage

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Five of these paintings have sold already!

I want to thank Leslie Saeta for creating this 30 day painting challenge. Also, her radio blog show called "Artists Helping Artists" has been a major influence. Without outside forces on our life, what would we become? Challenges help us to find our inner strength which comes from our Creator. He is the Creative Genius behind our spirits. Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!

Are you up to the challenge of finding your creative spirit which may be buried. I want to help guide you through "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron in the next couple of months. So, join me and others as we find our creativity and grow stronger!

Day 30 - Painting Challenge Finale

Tucker

6x6" oil on Raymar portrait panel

This is my finale to the 30 days of painting horses! I guess painting one subject that long has a way of driving you mad! I wanted a change and so I turned to the next subject I want to explore. 

Portraiture can be a real challenge, but I plan on doing more of children and even famous people, like presidents (who are long since passed away and can't sue me). HA!

Don't forget to sign up for my email posts so you can get your creativity flowing more in the next few weeks. I will be posting the steps on Facebook, as well. 

I want to see more people become the creative individuals they were meant to become! (So I'll have someone who understands me better!)

Day 29 of 30 Day Painting Challenge

Carousel #4

7x5" oil with palette knife

Okay, next to last day to post and my horse feels a bit childish, but free-spirited. I am working on "The Artist's Way: a spiritual path to higher creativity" by Julia Cameron and invite you to join me through my blog. If you think you could never be creative, then you may need this course more than you think. I want to encourage more people to get outside their self-contained limitations and find their creative self. 

There is no charge for this class and you will come away feeling more energized and ready to try new things.

This 30 day painting challenge has taught me so many lessons. Crystal Cook really made it clear through her blog. Not every painting can be a masterpiece (like this one shows).

You often will feel pressured and drained unless you make time for your creative artist self.

Family time still needs to be more important than posting a painting everyday.

It's about the journey, not the destination!

I do plan on doing more regular paintings, but I'd really like to spend my weekends doing one large one rather than the small ones I sweated over. I also prefer loose paintings, so tomorrow's post will surprise you for sure!

Day 28 of 30 Day Painting Challenge

Giacomo's Show

24x16" framed in silver frame

This sculptural description of famous racehorse, Giacomo, hangs in the Paul Sawyier Art Gallery in Frankfort. I wanted an unusual cropping for him. I love color, but this one is toned down from my usual color choices. 

Every day we have choices. Each of us has to determine which way our lives should go and with God's help, we can find our true path. 

See more horses at: www.rachelhollandart.com

Day 25 of 30 Day Painting Challenge

Bowing Down

7x5" panel

$50

"We bow down and we worship You, Lord!"

The Creator in His creation of all things beautiful deserves our adoration and heartsong.

We are blessed to be able to worship Him!

This study in oils with yellow and purple allows me to focus on value and minimal use of color. 

Only 5 more horses left to paint in the painting challenge.

Day 14 of 30 Day Painting Challenge

Fresian Blue

5x7" oil on archival panel

$50

The strength and majesty of Fresians and Gypsy Vanner horses takes our attention. I love their flowing mane and tails, along with their "feather" of hair on their legs. 

Let me know if you know of anyone who owns a Fresian or Gypsy Vanner who I could paint. Thanks! 

Day 13 of 30 Day Painting Challenge

Color Me Blue

5x7" oil on archival panel

$50

With all the rain we've had, I guess my Blue Series has been fitting. This fella reminds me of a Chinese ink drawing. I enjoyed letting the brush dance and tickle the canvas. 

Day 13 isn't so bad, after all. 

This study was the fastest painting I've done for this challenge, and I really like how it turned out. 

Day 12 of 30 Day Painting Challenge

Midnight Ride

5x7" oil on Ampersand Smooth Finish Panel

$50

Simplifying my palette had allowed me to focus on value and contrast, which I'm loving! 

Sunday morning, new fresh envigorating feeling. "This is the day which the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24

May blessings fill your heart as you count on Him to give you all you need.

Website

I'm happy to announce my art website is now up!  Go to www.rachelhollandart.com to subscribe to my newsletter to be informed of new art and for a chance to win credit toward your own commission.  Pet portraits are my passion, but I continue to experiment with other methods.
I will be redirecting my traffic to my new blog and newsletter, so if you are interested in receiving them please check out the link to be added!

Fall is here!

Fall Birches

Oil, 24x18

$150

Find your path in life by listening to your heart. Be true to yourself and look for your talents. Life is too short to ignore your true-self!

Loved this Knabstrupper's looks at the Kentucky Horse Park recently! The World Equestrian Games are almost here! Painting is taking a back seat to my graduate work right now. I am doing commissions for the holidays. Pet portraits or any special subject matter. Contact me for pricing. Let me bring color into your life!

Ebay

I am beginning to sell on Ebay with this painting. The bidding starts at only $45 on Three Little Guys (cherry tomatoes).

Pet portrait completed

Pet Portrait Completed

Commissioned Work

A favorite pet friend who is aging finds his way into 14x11 framed glory.
If you would like an original handpainted oil portrait of your animal friend or someone else's for a special Christmas gift, put in your order now!