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Monday, December 10, 2012

Christmas Pony Number Eight


Her name is Fiona. I don't know much more about her, but she required a very light and sensitive hand as an artist, so I wonder if that's also how she is to ride. Such a lovely girl. This portrait is watercolor, Pitt Pastel pencils, Wolff's Carbon Pencil, and white acrylic.

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  1. The reference photo was taken at our second dressage show...We started dressage because moving her in any direction was akin to steering a boat! After only a few lessons it became clear that Fiona only required the right cues (and a better rider!) and soon required only the lightest hand.

    I'm in awe of your ability to move between mediums with such ease - love this!

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  2. Thanks so much!

    I switch mediums as the horse's personalities seem to require; it's actually easier for me to change it up than to try to make one medium work for everyone.

    I know the "steering a boat" feeling well. Twilight on a bad day is like steering a cement truck. But as I improve, she can be a feather instead. It's pretty remarkable.

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  3. OMG LOVE LOVE LOVE this one Tracie! Can't wait for Liza!!!

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