For some time now I've fancied trying to draw something bursting with drama and action but finding a suitable subject hasn't been easy. A few weeks ago I had the idea of Horse & Carriage racing having seen a photo of Prince Philip doing just that. Searching the web I discovered the Facebook page of photographer Paul Orchard whose wife Chris Orchard races scurry's. Paul's site is oozing with fabulous photo's of this action-packed sport and one photo jumped out at me. Dropping him an enquiring line I was delighted when he replied saying I could use his photo as a reference.
The picture is of Chris Orchard (driver) and Charlotte Kenyon (counter balance) and the scurry is being pulled by ponies "Rough and Tumble". The event was the Horse of the Year Show at the NEC in October 2015.
Oh this is looking so lovely!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Catharina.
DeleteYou have captured the moment beautifully John. Great drawing.
ReplyDeleteThank you Laura, much appreciated.
DeleteThere`s nothing wrong with your Deawing John. Brilliant. All the best.
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You're very kind Vic, thank you.
DeleteAmazing drawing John!!! You can feel the movement ...awesome horses!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Hilda. Glad you're on the mend.
DeleteThat feeling of movement is soooo successful
ReplyDeleteThank you Polly, much appreciated.
DeleteWow what a great scene to draw, and you did it so superbly!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much Judy, I really enjoyed it.
DeleteWow! This is so full of energy and movement! It's a beautiful drawing!
ReplyDeleteThank you Sandra, you're very kind.
DeleteVery interesting art blog and so amazing art work !!!
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