A second stunning Friesian! While searching for reference photos for Mooi, I found so many gorgeous Friesians, that I was inspired to create a second Friesian portrait. Ryker is a Dutch name meaning "strong" or "powerful".

     I just discovered this beautiful new equestrian publication at Borders about a week ago. I was lucky enough to pick it up for 40% off, as Borders is running their final liquidation sale. The publication is pricey since it is printed in Denmark (full retail price is $20.00), but it is filled with some really [...]

     I just completed this watercolor and ink painting of this handsome Friesian this afternoon. Creating this painting reminded me of how much I love mixing chromatic greys with my watercolors. They separate out into the most beautiful hues, especially when salt is added.      Friesians originated in the Netherlands, so I decided that a Dutch name [...]

     I have a very exciting contest to announce!      This is a contest in which the winner will receive an 11” x 14” original watercolor and ink portrait of his or her horse. My watercolor paintings of this size sell for between $250 and $300. The details are below:

     Before deciding on what to paint before starting work on my last painting “July”, it was a toss up between a photo of my paint gelding Boots, and another reference photo. Obviously, the reference photo won out…for the time being…but I knew that I HAD to make a painting of my photo of Boots next. [...]