Santa and His Elves

We have about seventeen weeks to go until Christmas. But I had so much fun creating this years card, "Santa and His Elves", that I felt it was time for its release. The idea behind the card began while researching my father's family tree and seeing our tartans. I wanted the horses and blankets to represent the countries of my ancestors: The Shetland Pony from Scotland, The Connemara from Ireland, The Welsh Pony from Wales and The Shire from England. The Shire in my eyes made a perfect Santa and his blanket reminds me of both Santa's robe and the uniform of the Queen's Palace Horse Guard. Enjoy!

Mustang Horse

The latest installment in my "Sepia Suite" series is the Mustang Horse. Please read the Zebra Plains Foal post to find out more about the "Sepia Suite" series!

Takhi Horse Head Study

For several years I have been researching the Takhi (Przewalski Horse) at Zoos and Natural History Museums in the States. My friend is a zookeeper at the WCS's Bronx Zoo. He has generously aided me in my visual explorations. This color pencil head study is based on some of his photographs! My studies are in preparation for a future expedition to the Mongolian steppe to observe these ancient wild horses in their native habitat.

Norwegian Fjord Horse Head Study

This little head study of a Norwegian Fjord Horse was rendered in colored pencil. I have not drawn with them in about ten years! I decided to resurrect this medium because I am looking to develop a new shorthand for sketching animals from life. So far the pencils are fairly quick and a lighter load in my day pack compared to my inks or water colors!