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Derby Week Horse Art By Kimberly Santini

Derby Week is an full of excitement and what better way to celebrate the festivities than to appreciate horse art created for the occasion? I’m excited and pleased to announce that artist Kimberly Santini will be sharing a horse a day with us for the week.

Untitled Bay Mare

About The Art

This painting is a work in progress so for now it will remain “Untitled”. It is an 11″ x 14″ acrylic on Raymar panel, and it is available for purchase.

*Send your inquiries directly to Kimberly.
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Horse Pictures From Paraguay

Paraguay flag
As in many South American countries horses are used as work animals in a variety of forms. From stock animals, to transportation to the tourist industry.

The national horse of Paraguay is the criollo which is known for it’s tremendous endurance capabilities. The strong points of the breed makes them particularly useful as ranch animals and for transportation.

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Horse Artist Interview – Kathy Lewis

Name
Kathy Lewis

Website & places you can find my work online
www.kathylewisart.co.uk
www.kathylewisart.blogspot.com
Cafepress: Kathy Lewis Art
Follow Kathy on twitter: @kathylewisart

Where I am
South of England, UK

Tell us a little about you, what is your background & where do you
come from?

I was born here in the south of England, UK. Grew up with my mum and sister. I have always loved horses and started riding at a young age. I have always loved art too, so the two finally fell in line together.
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Horses in Motion – Bucking

Horse Bucking

Image from Eduardo Amorim

There is something innately beautiful about a bucking horse. Perhaps it is the raw display of power or maybe it is the sheer grace and style of such a strong movement.

Bring On The Pros

Whatever it is, it is not easy to capture perfectly with a camera. That’s why we love photographers – those big lenses and patient hands capture what most of us are unable to.

Great Movement Examples

Here are some beautiful shots of horses in motion. From horses at liberty working out their energy to those under saddle trying to get their rider off – for one reason or another.
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Derby Week Horse Art by Kimberly Santini

Derby Week is an full of excitement and what better way to celebrate the festivities than to appreciate horse art created for the occasion? I’m excited and pleased to announce that artist Kimberly Santini will be sharing a horse a day with us for the week.

Go!

Go!

About The Art

This painting is of a draft mix named Tony (same horse as yesterday) at liberty and clearly enjoying it. Be sure to check out Kimberly’s post about this painting to learn more.
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Derby Week Horse Art by Kimberly Santini

Derby Week is an full of excitement and what better way to celebrate the festivities than to appreciate horse art created for the occasion? I’m excited and pleased to announce that artist Kimberly Santini will be sharing a horse a day with us for the week.

Afternoon Sun

Afternoon Sun

About The Art

This painting is of a draft mix named Tony lazily grazing his way into the picture plane while the sun glances off his flanks. Be sure to check out Kimberly’s post about this painting to learn more.
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Horse Artist Interview – Katelin Henderson

Name
Katelin Henderson

Website & places you can find my work online
Website: fancythatidraw.net46.net/ (under re-construction)
Deviant Art: falloway

Where I am
Surrounded by bushland in Central Victoria, Australia

When did you first start drawing horses?
I didn’t start really drawing horses until I was about 6 or 7. It was only after I met a friends old and much loved palomino mare that I really fell in love with horses.
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