Highland Reflections

Expressive animal portrait capturing character, spirit and individuality

"Created as a private commission, this painting reflect a quiet encounter with the untamed spirit of the Scottish Highlands. Through layers of texture, soft earthy tones and subtle reflections, this Highland cow emerges from the landscape as if she has always belonged there.

Strong yet gentle, weathered yet serene, she embodies the contrasts found in nature itself. Highland Reflections is a celebration of quiet strength, wild beauty and the freedom of simply being."

Medium
Mixed media on canvas

Materials
Acrylic paint, sand, clay, natural fibres and texture paste.

Technique
Hand-built textures are gradually enveloped in up to ten delicate layers of acrylic paint, creating depth, movement and an ever-changing play of light.

Dimensions
120 × 80 cm