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Animals
Welcome to my artistic celebration of the animal world! In this gallery, you'll discover a diverse collection of animal portraits and scenes, each brought to life through a variety of painting mediums. Simply click on any image to view it in its full glory, accompanied by a detailed description that shares its story and artistic nuances. I invite you to explore the beauty and character of these creatures as seen through my artistic eye. Enjoy your journey through my Animals space!
Splash of Power unframed £350
This oil painting on board depicts a majestic tiger wading through water. The tiger is captured mid-stride, with one paw raised and water splashing around it, creating a dynamic and lively scene. The background features lush green foliage, suggesting a dense jungle environment. The artist has paid great attention to detail in the tiger's fur, highlighting its rich orange and black stripes. The lighting in the painting accentuates the tiger's powerful physique and intense gaze as it moves forward confidently.
Unframed £350
Unframed £350
Joyful Gaze - Sold but prints £40
This close up portrait captures the sheer joy a loving dog. Expressive brushstrokes and rich textured colours bring the dog's personality to life.
Available as a signed print. £45
Available as a signed print. £45
Kaleidoscopic Cow £195, prints £40
A burst of color brings this bovine beauty to life! 'Kaleidoscopic Cow' is a vibrant watercolour piece that celebrates the joy and whimsy found in nature. The textured details and expressive eyes add a touch of personality to this unique artwork.
The Hares Gaze £210, prints on canvas £80 each
A striking portrait of a hare, its detailed fur rendered against a vibrant, abstract backdrop. The artist balances realism with expressive color, highlighting the hare's delicate features against a dynamic, textured background.
Oil on canvas
£210
Oil on canvas
£210
Ember Gaze £395
"Ember Gaze" captures the quiet intensity of a chestnut horse against a stark, shadowy backdrop. The warm, reddish-brown tones of the horse's coat are meticulously rendered, highlighting the subtle variations in colour and texture that bring the animal to life. A striking white blaze runs down the centre of its face, drawing the eye to its gentle, thoughtful expression. The composition, dominated by the horse's head and neck, emphasises its noble bearing and introspective gaze.
Bengal Portrait - £250
Bengal Portrait, oil on canvas, captures the intense, direct gaze of a tiger, its face framed by lush, green foliage. The artist masterfully uses a combination of realistic detail and vibrant colour to bring the tiger to life. The tiger's eyes, a striking golden yellow, are the focal point, conveying a sense of alertness and quiet power. The intricate patterns of its stripes are rendered with precision, highlighting the beauty and complexity of its fur. The surrounding green leaves, painted with a mix of detailed strokes and softer washes, create a sense of depth and suggest the tiger's natural habitat. The contrast between the warm tones of the tiger's face and the cool greens of the foliage adds to the visual impact of the painting.
Intense Stare - £150
This dramatic charcoal drawing captures the intense gaze of a tiger, rendered in a powerful monochrome palette. The artist focuses tightly on the tiger's face, emphasizing its piercing eyes and the intricate patterns of its stripes. The use of charcoal creates a rich texture, with deep blacks and subtle grays that convey the animal's strength and mystery. The tiger's eyes, rendered with a striking clarity, seem to lock the viewer in a direct and unwavering stare. The rough, expressive strokes of the charcoal suggest the texture of the tiger's fur, adding a sense of tactile realism to the image.
Prismatic Profile original sold but available as a signed print on canvas - £80
This striking image, an oil painting on canvas reproduced as a print, presents a profile view of a tiger, rendered with a vibrant and almost otherworldly palette. The artist employs a unique technique, using bold, saturated colours to depict the tiger's fur, creating a sense of dynamic energy and almost fiery intensity. The tiger's head and neck are captured in a side profile, emphasizing its powerful jawline and the intricate patterns of its stripes. The use of bright oranges, yellows, and reds against the dark background creates a dramatic contrast, making the tiger appear to glow from within. The artist's use of colour is expressive rather than strictly realistic, suggesting a sense of magic and wonder. The dark background isolates the tiger, drawing the viewer's attention to its striking form and the vibrant hues of its coat. While originally an oil painting on canvas, this artwork is presented as a print, allowing for wider appreciation of its unique and memorable depiction of the majestic tiger. The overall effect is one of power and beauty, captured in a form that brings this captivating image to a broader audience.
Majestic Lion - £250 but available as a signed print on canvas - £80
"Majestic Lion" by Plattsy is a striking oil painting on canvas, measuring 21 x 26 inches. The artist presents a close-up portrait of a lion, capturing its majestic presence with a unique and expressive style. Plattsy employs a rich, warm palette, using a combination of golden yellows, oranges, and subtle browns to depict the lion's mane and face. The texture of the paint, particularly in the mane, suggests a sense of depth and tactile quality. The lion's eyes, rendered with a soulful intensity, draw the viewer into a direct connection with the subject. The artist's use of light and shadow highlights the contours of the lion's face, emphasizing its strength and regal bearing. The dark background isolates the lion, allowing its golden hues to stand out dramatically. The overall effect is a powerful and captivating portrayal of the king of the jungle, imbued with a sense of both grandeur and quiet dignity. Plattsy's unique artistic vision shines through in this compelling depiction of the lion.
Soggy Doggy - £250 available as a signed print on canvas £40
This lively oil painting on canvas, titled "Soggy Doggy", captures the exuberant energy of a golden retriever bounding through shallow water. The painting, measuring 14 x 16 inches, is priced at £160. The artist skilfully portrays the dog's movement, with its tail outstretched and legs in mid-stride, conveying a sense of playful enthusiasm. The golden retriever's warm, reddish-brown coat is rendered with expressive brushstrokes, capturing the texture and sheen of its fur. The splash of water around its paws is depicted with dynamic strokes of white and light blue, adding to the sense of motion. The background, painted in soft greens and hints of grey, suggests a natural setting, possibly a riverbank or pond. The dog is wearing a harness, indicating it might be a working or assistance dog, adding another layer of narrative to the scene. The artist's use of light and shadow highlights the dog's form and the movement of the water, creating a sense of depth and realism. The overall effect is a charming and vibrant depiction of canine joy and vitality.
Woodland Watcher - £250, and as a signed print on canvas - £80
This captivating oil painting presents a close-up portrait of a fox, its gaze direct and engaging. The artist employs a bold and somewhat stylized approach, using vibrant oranges, reds, and creams to depict the fox's fur with visible, energetic brushstrokes. The overall effect is a striking and engaging portrait that celebrates the beauty and spirit of this woodland creature.
Local Visitor £250, available as a signed print on canvas - £80
A surprising visitor to the meadows in Peterborough. Oil on canvas and framed.
Sheep on the Hill £175, print £40
This watercolour painting captures a serene winter scene featuring a small flock of sheep in a snowy landscape. The artist uses soft, muted tones to depict the sheep, with their fluffy white wool contrasted against their dark faces and legs. The sheep in the foreground are rendered with a gentle realism, their forms defined by subtle washes of colour that suggest their texture and warmth. In the background, a third sheep grazes peacefully, adding depth to the composition. The surrounding landscape is painted with a loose, impressionistic style, with bare trees and hints of a distant horizon suggesting a quiet, wintry day.
Winter Stag - Original available as framed £350, unframed £250, signed print on canvas - £80
This evocative oil painting on board, titled "Winter Stag," is presented framed and priced at £395. The artwork captures the majestic presence of a stag against a soft, muted winter landscape. The artist skillfully uses oil paints to depict the stag's impressive antlers, their intricate branches reaching upwards like weathered limbs against the pale sky. The stag's coat, rendered in earthy tones of brown, gray, and hints of russet, suggests the thick fur necessary to survive the winter months. Subtle variations in brushstrokes convey the texture of its fur and the muscularity of its form. The background is painted with a delicate touch, hinting at a frosty, perhaps slightly misty, environment with muted tones of beige and pale blue suggesting snow-covered ground and a hazy sky. The stag stands with a quiet dignity, its gaze directed slightly off-center, conveying a sense of watchfulness and resilience in the winter stillness. The framing of the piece likely enhances its presentation, ready to bring a touch of wild beauty and the serene atmosphere of winter into any space.
Bottlenose Dolphins framed £175, print £40
This acrylic painting on paper captures the dynamic energy of bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. The artist uses a vibrant palette of blues and whites to depict the dolphins as they leap and play in the clear, turquoise water. The larger dolphin, positioned prominently in the foreground, is rendered with smooth, flowing strokes, emphasizing its sleek form and playful demeanour.
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