By April Moffatt
Located in Boston, MA
Wild Beauty, Original Contemporary Farmhouse Equestrian Painting
24" x 18" x 0.75" (HxWxD) Acrylic on Canvas
Hand-signed by the artist.
A simple approach to an equestrian portrait, this gestural acrylic painting by artist April Moffatt puts the horse face to face with the viewer of the composition, engaging with a subtle eye contact to evoke a deeper emotional connection. The neutral color palette is reminiscent of a sepia toned photograph, which gives a sense of nostalgia and charm to the work. There is something calming about the painting, perhaps due to the therapeutic nature horses can have with humans. This work would be right at home on a barn ranch in Texas, but could also help bring the mid-western, country vibe to a more eclectic or transitional environment as well.
Artist Commentary:
Loose brushstrokes and expressive energy were used to convey the energy that resides just beneath a horses skin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Animal Paintings