Tess, my Border Collie

This one was so much fun to paint. I have a GREAT photo of my Border Collie, Tess, that has a bit of distortion and makes her nose big! I decided to run with it and paint this because it just captures her with her most delightful smile. I need to brighten the whites on the top of head a bit more but it is pretty much done. Tess can almost always be found with me, involved with whatever I happen to be doing or not doing! She is my best girl. This one is not for sale...it will be hanging up in my studio. Need a title for this... so comments welcomed! This is acrylic, 8 x10 on masonite panel.

I have 4 more paintings that are almost finished so I will getting those posted this week. But now I am going make my way down (across the ice) to the barn,feed the chickens and get the locked up for the night before Mr. Fox pays a visit!

Pochade Box

It has been freezing cold here in the North East and what better time to be hitting the studio. We are starting to get a bit of cabin fever and I am so looking forward to getting outside to paint again. On that note I thought I would post about my newest addition to the studio. This was a Christmas gift from my husband. It is an Alla Prima Pochade box. I have a small 6 x 8 Guerilla Thumbox which I adore (I have the acrylic set up) and is perfect for 5 x7 and 6 x 8 panels and is so easy to take along. But I have been wanting something for the slightly bigger panels. I love working with 8 x 10's and 11 x 14s.
These gorgeous Alla Prima boxes are handmade here in the U.S. by Ben Haggert. This model is the 11 x 14 Bitterroot and it perfect for my 8 x 10 and 11 x 14 panels. It also has a plate for a tripod. I LOVE it!!! And Ben is a real pleasure to do business with. Highly recommended. Here is the link for more info Bitterroot Pochade.
Off to finish that little foal painting sitting on the pochade!
Stay warm!

Gypsy Vanner, and Daily Painting

As promised here are 2 new paintings. The first is from the Daily Riding Essential collection titled Mane Comb. This is 6 x 8 acrylic on canvas panel.

The second painting I actually started a while ago and got stuck with it. I dusted it off and and completed it this week. I really like painting these Gypsy Vanners. This one is un-titled so suggestions are most welcome! This is acrylic, 14 x 11 on gallery wrapped canvas. Both paintngs are available for sale. Images are clickable for enlarged view.

Back to Work!

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday! I took a bit of a break from blogging and now it is back to work or as my son says "back to fun"! I have been busy painting. Later today I will post a new Daily Riding Essentials painting and a larger Gypsy Vanner.

I am thrilled to announce that my husband ,Brian,(that's him pictured above with our Doberman, Joey) has joined me in my business to help promote and market my artwork. I call this his Andy Warhol pic!He is a horseman and one of my biggest fans! :-) So feel free to welcome him in the comments area!

I have big plans for my newsletter this year. As some of you already know I have spent most of my life teaching riders and training horse. My specialty is equine and rider biomechanics. I can help riders learn how to really ride using non traditional methods that really work! Since so many of my subscribers are horsepeople I have decided to include articles on riding/training, horsemanship and holistic horse care in my studio newsletter. To subscribe to the on-line newsletter go to Email Newsletter Sign-up . Your information will never be shared and NO SPAM EVER! If you prefer to get the newsletter by snail mail fill out my contact for form and enter you mailing address in the comments area. Again your info will never be shared!
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This morning I have been listening to the SmARTist Telesummit Free Pre-event audio downloads this morning. Click here for Audio Download. I highly recommend them to all working artists, particularly, Alyson Stanfield's marketing audio. Tomorrow night is a free teleconference on using Facebook to market your artwork. You have to sign up here.

Lots of catching up to do!! So more later!

Happy Holidays!

I want to wish everyone happy holidays and healthy and prosperous new year!

Warmest regards,

Deborah
www.ArtoftheHorse.net

New Daily Riding Essentials Paintings

Okay, as promised! Here are three new little paintings. These make awesome little groupings for tack rooms or trainer/client gifts. These cute little gems will also become available as notecards and prints in the new year. So sign up for my newsletter for updates. Epona Studio Newsletter
This is a great opportunity to own an ORIGINAL ArtOfTheHorse.net painting at a super affordable price! I, also, wanted to mention that on several occasions I have had buyers miss out on purchasing a particular painting because someon got to it first. If this happens I can recreate a very similar painting, remember , these ARE originals to complete a vignette. So let me know if one of the paintings is gone and you would like the similar one and I would be happy to paint another one!
The first painting is titled Pony Brush (pictured above). This is my son's little, well used P'ferde brush for his pony, Ruby. Thats the cute little lady with my son a few years back at their first horse show!



This little gem of a painting measures 6 x 8 and is ready to pop into a frame. Acrylic on canvas panel so no glass needed! $12 + $4.65 for Priority Mail shipping guarantees holiday delivery. I can fit several of these into one envelope so I am more than happy to combine shipping!
Just click on the Buy Now button and you will be directed to Paypal for safe, secure shopping.

SOLD



The second offering is titled Hoof Pick. This is familiar item for us horse people. At least it better be! ;-) This measures 6 x 8, acrylic on canvas panel. Offered for $12 + $4.65 Priority Mail shipping.

SOLD



This final original painting titled Bucket& Scraper is, surprisingly :-), of a bath bucket and sweat scraper on a bright,sunny day. You can almost smell the Vetrolin! I really love the colors in this one. This is painted on a 6 x 8 inch canvas panel with acrylics. Offered for $12 plus $4.65 Priority Mail shipping.

SOLD

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The final order of the day are gift certificates. I have gotten several requests for portraits but I cannot fit in anymore portraits in time for holiday delivery. I CAN offer Gift certificates. These will,also, be available on my website. The Certificates offered here are for an 11 x 14 acrylic on canvas, single horse or dog (head/neck) portrait from your photo. Price is $380 and include shipping and insurance. If you need a different size, samples and/or more info please contact me at deborah@artofthehorse.net

Enjoy and Happy Holidays!!!!

Update

One week left til Christmas! My son is chomping at the bit!! :-) I wanted to thank all of my new collectors ! I have been so busy trying to keep up with orders so my posting has gotten a bit backed up!
Tomorrow I will post 3 new small Daily Riding Essential paintings. You can pick them up with plenty of time to receive them for holiday gift giving! I have been getting requests for portraits for Christmas gifts. I do not have any spots open to have paintings completed in time for the holidays but I DO have gift certificates available! If you need one now drop me an email. Otherwise, I will post PayPal Gift Certificate button here on the blog and on my website tomorrow. I must hit that easel tonight but I did want to post an update since I have had so any inquiries! Hoe everyone is making merry and enjoying the season!

Sporthorse and Bullmastiff

I have 2 more little framed prints for sale today! The first is a titled Sporthorse and is a print of a original watercolor painted by moi.The image measures 6 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches with a 1 1/2 inch cream mat. The frame is a thin black laquer frame. It comes complete and ready to hang or stand on a tabletop. Price is $18 + $8.00 shipping.
Click on the Buy Now button to be directed to Paypal for safe,secure shopping.

This would make a wonderful gift for that horse person in your life!

The second print is not a horse but a Bullmastiff. This is titled Waiting and is a print from a watercolor original. This image measures 4 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches with a 1 1/2 inch cream mat. The frame is a thin black laquer frame. It comes complete and ready to hang or stand on a tabletop. Price is $18 + $8.00 shipping.
Click on the Buy Now button to be directed to Paypal for safe,secure shopping!

Happy shopping and Happy Holidays!

The Lip

Today's offered image is a print of an original watercolor painting titled The Lip. I so love this expression! This print comes framed in a black enameled metal frame,is behind glass and matted. The frame has a stand for propping up on a table or you can hang it. Ready for gift giving!
SOLD!

Boston Terrier Completed

I have completed the portrait of Pugsley the Boston terrier. The owner was thrilled so that is a huge relief!! I am very happy with how it came out. So it back to painting the horses.
Now for some Thanksgiving cheer!
This is our most loved turkey, Mr Nilsen aka Nilly Gobbles. He is a broad breasted white aka a Butterball turkey. We rescued him 2 years ago from becoming someone's Thanksgiving dinner. We absolutely adore him! The second turkey is the young lady, Daisy. She is Bourbon Red and another Thanksgiving dinner refuge. We have a third hen ,Sally Sassy Lashes but no photos as of yet.As my son says... they will be coming TO Thanksgiving dinner not FOR dinner!


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Candy Cane

These little paintings are selling like hotcakes and I have had a few requests for Daily Riding Essential paintings. I am happy to oblige! Don't hesitate to contact me if there is a little painting you would like to see done. I was planning to post two paintings this evening but I have a sick child that needs tending to. So I am a mom first! I will get two more paintings up tomorrow.Be sure to check back! Remember, images are clickable for an enlarged view!

I do have as promised another little holiday themed painting available tonight. This is Candy Cane and measures 5 x 7 and is painted on gessoed hardboard.It would make a great little stocking stuffer. I am also bumping up Bubbles which is still available. Each painting is priced at $12 + 4.65 for Priority Mail shipping. I can combine orders to save on shipping.
To purchase Candy Cane click on the button and you will be directed to Paypal for safe and secure shopping. Contact me for international rates.

Bubbles depicts a young Friesan having a bath.This delightful painting depicts a young horse having a bath. This painting conjures up the image of the water running UP your arms while trying to get the bath done! :-) It is 10 x 8,acrylic on canvas panel. I am offering it for $12 plus $4.65 Priority Mail shipping to the U.S. International orders, please, contact me for shipping rates.

To purchase just click the Buy Now bottom for a secure, shopping experience!
Enjoy!

SOLD

French Snaffle

Next up is French Snaffle ....this painting depicts my most favorite bit for re-training Thoroughbreds. This is a loose ring french snaffle bit. French Snaffle is third in the Daily Riding Essentials collection. This little painting measures 6 x 8, acrylic on canvas panel. Be sure to check in for tomorrow's little gems! Another Riding Essentials painting and a second holiday themed painting will be up for grabs! This painting is $12 plus $4.65 for shipping in the U.S. Please, contact me for international shipping rates. I am more than happy to combine shipping so contact me first if you intend to make more than one purchase and I can send an invoice to reflect the discount. Enjoy!
deborah@artofthehorse.net
SOLD!

Polos

German Brush and Santa's Little Helper have been sold. The next painting up are from the Riding Essentials series is titled Polos. One of my most used pieces of equipment. A rolled up set of polo wraps are a familiar item in most rider's tack trunk. This is an original acrylic, measures 6 x 8 and is available for $12 + $4.95 for Priority Mail shipping. Contact me for international rates. I can combine shipping so contact me before ordering and I can send an invoice to reflect reduced shipping. Bubbles is still available. Scroll down for info. Enjoy!

SOLD!

German brush

This is the first painting of a vignette. It is titled German Brush. This was my horse's (and my most favorite brush)....a beautiful, well used leather back German body brush! This is part of a small series of paintings titles daily riding essentials. I will be posting the others during the week. They would make a great grouping hung together in a tack room! This measure 6 x 8 inches and is priced to go at $12 + $4.65 Priority Mail shipping in the U.S.
International orders please, contact me for rates. Check out the other little gems offered! These make super Christmas gifts! Just click on the Paypal Buy Now button for a safe, secure shopping experience! Don't forget I can combine orders for reduced shipping. Images are clickable for larger view.
Sold

Santa's Little Helper

Offered today is a fun holiday themed painting. This is the ORIGINAL image for this year's Artofthehorse.net holiday greeting cards. A lot of fun and bit of a departure from my usual style. Today's little gem is titled Santa's Little Helper. Okay, I know we have all done this! Slapped that Santa hat on our horses..much to their embarrasment and our amusement! This is acrylic on canvas panel and measures 7 x 5 inches. This one would make a super stocking stuffer!
This little gem is offered at $12 plus $4.65 Priority Mail shipping in the U.S. Please, contant me for internaional shipping rates. Click on the Buy Now button for a safe, secure shopping experience. I am, also, happy to combine shipping so please let me know if you intend to purchase more than one item.

Sold!

Some Holiday Fun!

Each day or so I will post a small, original horse painting for sale.

In these tough economic times these little gems are a wonderful, happy way to brighten the walls of any horse lover while being easy on the wallet!
This is a super and affordable way to collect original horse art for yourself or to give as a gift! It,also, helps to make room in my studio for more paintings!

The first painting being offered is called Bubbles! This delightful painting depicts a young horse having a bath. This painting conjures up the image of the water running UP your arms while trying to get the bath done! :-) It is 10 x 8,acrylic on canvas panel. I am offering it for $12 plus $4.65 Priority Mail shipping to the U.S. International orders, please, clontact me for shipping rates.

To purchase just click the Buy Now bottom for a secure, shopping experience!
Enjoy!

Boston Terrier WIP

It back to the dogs again! This is a portrait of a delightful little fellow named Pugsley. It is still in the WIP (Work In Progress) stage but coming down the homestretch. Still have work to do on the fur, ears, nose and mouth. I am very happy with how this one is coming along. It measures 14 x 11 and is acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas. Images are clickable for an enlarged view!
Don't forget to visit the Epona Studio Gift Shop for some great gift items for the holidays! Artwork and prints make wonderful gifts for the horse and dog fancier! Portrait gift certificates are,also, available. Please, don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or to place an order!

That's right! The holidays are fast approaching! I have been busy loading up my Ebay store with some great prints and original artwork for the horse and dog lover!
To visit go to Epona Studio Store
I, also, have some super gift ideas at my gift shop. You will find everything from apparel to ornaments to mugs. Looking for the perfect trainer/client gift? Take a peek! You are sure t find something! I can customize just about anything so let me know what you are looking for. To visit go to Epona Studio Gift Shop

Fresian Bubbles

I am having so much fun painting these days. I have been doing a lot of plein air painting trying to capture the spectacular colors of the foliage. I am enjoying the departure from my usual studio work. I have ,also, been on the hunt for the perfect pochade box. I have been researching all over the web and keep coming back to Alla Prima Pochades. They are made by a woodworker named Ben Hagget aand he was a pleasure to do business with. I ordered the 8 x 10 Bitterroot box last week.

My 9 year old son joins me with his little cigar box. I have a little artist in the making!
I have been doing a few horse paintings each week. This one I completed last night. It is an 8 x 10 acrylic on canvas panel. Titled Fresian Bubbles. Image is clickable! SOLD

Studio News

My newest painting is the cute little foal having a good scratch. Hmmm..sounds like a good title! A Good Scratch. This is part of a Wet Canvas challenge to paint 15 animal paintings in 3o days. This one is the result of Thursday night's session. This is acrylic on 8x10 canvas panel. Don't forget the images are clickable for an enlarged view.
Lots of good stuff going on these days. I had a very successful month exhibiting at a local cafe. So successful that my work will be staying up for October. I have a lot of smaller pieces and framed prints with a less expensive price point than my larger watercolors and acrylics and they are moving very nicely. So if you are in town for some leaf peeping be sure to stop into the Bakla Java Cafe on E. Main in Pawling,NY. for a nice latte! Bakla Java is also a supporter of the ArtEast Dutchess County Open Studio Tour at the end of October. So it a really nice bonus to have my work displayed there for the studio tour.

Off to enjoy this gorgeous day!

Deborah