Freedom
What is your idea of freedom? For me, freedom is the ability to express creativity and share original ideas without fear. Over the years I have had different situations and relationships that stifled my sense of creative freedom but the challenge to overcome those who would hold you back is what makes us stronger.
But sometimes you need to allow your heart to run wild, free to discover your true purpose in life.
SHIPPING IS NOT INCLUDED - Arrangements should be made before purchase, please email Sandra at beginthedance@gmail.com or use the contact form below.
What is your idea of freedom? For me, freedom is the ability to express creativity and share original ideas without fear. Over the years I have had different situations and relationships that stifled my sense of creative freedom but the challenge to overcome those who would hold you back is what makes us stronger.
But sometimes you need to allow your heart to run wild, free to discover your true purpose in life.
SHIPPING IS NOT INCLUDED - Arrangements should be made before purchase, please email Sandra at beginthedance@gmail.com or use the contact form below.
What is your idea of freedom? For me, freedom is the ability to express creativity and share original ideas without fear. Over the years I have had different situations and relationships that stifled my sense of creative freedom but the challenge to overcome those who would hold you back is what makes us stronger.
But sometimes you need to allow your heart to run wild, free to discover your true purpose in life.
SHIPPING IS NOT INCLUDED - Arrangements should be made before purchase, please email Sandra at beginthedance@gmail.com or use the contact form below.
Photo credit: Bob O’Lary
Sandra and Rovandio performing at Breyerfest. Photo credit Victoria Kistler.
About the Process
I prepared this canvas with a heavy layer of texture and a rich sienna brown background. The first day on horseback we worked on the background using a large paint roller to add blue paint and water for the drip effect. The second ride we painted the two horses and added a pop of red to the color palette. In the third and fourth sessions we kept adding more depth, contrast, and detail to the horses.
Each painting/riding session includes walk, trot, canter, flying changes, sidepass, rein-back, and piaffe. Rovandio is currently 20 years old so I keep his sessions short and sweet so I do not stress his body. I want him to enjoy painting and have him stay sound as long as possible. Each painting is an accumulation of two decades and the thousands of hours we have spent together.
I am also excited to share that Rovandio signed the piece himself! The red brushstrokes near his hoofprint were painted using a brush in his mouth. Click here to see his personal online gallery.
Included with your Investment
Certificate of Authenticity
Signed photograph of Sandra & Rovandio for you to print and display with your painting
Details
Dimensions 48” x 60” x 1.5”
Acrylic Paint & Added Texture on Canvas
Signed by Sandra & Rovandio