Horse Painting – Oil Horse Portraits
Welcome to our beautiful oil painting of Whisky, traditionally hand painted by Nicholas Beall on Italian Linen canvas. Nicholas is a professional horse portrait artist with over 25 years of experience, working from his peaceful garden studio in the UK. We hope you enjoy viewing Whisky’s portrait and reading more about the commission below.
Portrait of Whisky
Commission of 'Whisky'
Nicki Moore contacted us in 2012 to commission a painting of her daughter Alice’s New Forest Pony, Whisky, for her 21st birthday. Due to a tight deadline, the final portrait couldn’t be ready in time, so we arranged a gift voucher and mock-up for Alice to unwrap on the big day.
Once summer arrived, Nicki captured new photos of Whisky in his sleek summer coat. Nicholas used these references to create a soft outdoor background, subtly painting the suggestion of a field while removing distracting elements like fences and gates. The result is a serene, timeless portrait that Alice will always treasure.
Client Testimonials – Nicki and Alice
“We absolutely love the portrait and Nick has totally captured Whisky's physical attributes as well as his personality. The eye is totally ‘his’ as is the wayward mane and I still love his nostrils! This is the best 21st present Neil and I could ever give Alice.”
“Just a quick email to say the famous Whisky portrait arrived today and it is just wonderful. I can't stop looking at it. Thank you both for your fabulous contribution to Alice's 21st present – I am sure she will cherish it.”
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