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From original oil painting by Pieter Zaadstra.
Heavy Horses – painted in the stlye of Max Middleton.
Portrait painter Pieter Zaadstra learned the art techniques of the School of den Hague from his artist/teacher father, growing up in the Netherlands. After migrating to Australia and adapting his techniques to the new Australian light, Pieter won numerous art awards and made his name as a portrait painter with many high profile sitters. Pieter has published 5 art books – some of which can be viewed and purchased at www.zaadstra.com.au
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☼ GORGEOUS!!! ☼
I love the light and the movement!
This is a stunning Ekphrasis of the master!
☼ BRAVO!! ☼
Thanks. I appreciate your comments. Watch this space as there are more of Pieter’s to upload.
fantastic creation and technical application, so well done!!!
Thanks Gisela!
– Pieter Zaadstra
I have just discovered all of your work — Fantastic!!!
Many thanks Elaine.
– Pieter Zaadstra
Wonderful work
I can’t wait to see more
DIKO
I agree about the light and movement…This is beautiful.
Probably not many in of your viewers get the attitude of these draft horses, but I lived this and can tell you that you are spot on. They have that resigned to the task look, not glorified like so many artist try to do. Excellent composition here also as the repeated horizontal elements of the binder draw the focus the viewer back to the figure!
Hi Randy – Pieter saw your comment a couple of days ago and really appreciates your sentiments. That is exactly what he intends to do. It is the same with the kelpies. They are working dogs, not doe-eyed romanticised creatures. That would be misunderstanding who they are – not to mention underestimating their intelligence. It is also nice that you have commented on the composition as this is always a crucial consideration in Pieter’s work. Cheers, Tanya
– Pieter Zaadstra
Love your style. Into faves and on my watchlist.
Chhers Neil
Hi Neil – many thanks for your comments and interest.
– Pieter Zaadstra
Stunning album gorgeous work ,a credit to you ,cheers !
Thanks Amanda!
– Pieter Zaadstra
Really love this!!!
Cheers Gabrielle.
– Pieter Zaadstra