Motivator

I was commissioned to paint the 2005 Derby winner, Motivator for Harry Herbert a few months ago and today I finish it.

It has been an amazing project to work on and definitely my most important work so far. It has involved a lot of driving up to the Royal Studs at Sandringham to see him, take measurements and create sketches. He is an amazing horse, both in his looks and character. He has had a colourful career with huge ups and downs and he remains a good tempered horse which makes him very special indeed.

The painting is 120cm x 150cm and Motivator is 1/3 life size. I have painted him in his summer coat which is somewhat lighter than it is currently. It will be on show at the Highclere Yearlings parade, which will be the real test. Fingers crossed!