News and snaps from my studio. Sometimes I write about new pieces that I’m working on that are not released yet. If I think of a tip or piece of advice that will help you look after your painting I’ll often share it here. If there’s something specific you want to find, there is a search box down below.
A New Oil Painting: Colourful Escapism
This piece is a flight of fancy. Ive used all of the colours of the rainbow! Layer upon layer of textured colour creates a stunning, joyful piece to enliven any space.
An original oil painting, I have titled this one ‘Ben Nevis’.
Ben Nevis is available for sale here
Warm shades of copper, gold and soft green
It’s a very busy time n the studio this month as we all have a full schedule of exhibitions over the Autumn and Winter to prepare for.. This new piece measures around 60 x 90 cm and is a flurry of colours and shapes, in soft seasonal tones. I love to be inspired by the tangle of hedgerow foliage this time of year, and it shows up in my paintings.
Once dry, this piece will be available to purchase on my website, or from my studio by appointment.
Paint your own cow!
My Colourful Rainbow Highland Cow Workshops are always popular, and I have been asked to hold a half day session at Sharpes Pottery Museum in November. This will be a step by step painting workshop, on how to create a colourful highland cow from start to finish! Dont worry if you have never painted since school, beginners and more experienced artists are all very welcome / I simplify the process, breaking it down into fun steps. You can have a pre-drawn canvas too, to allow you to relax and focus on your colour choices.
Book online, the Saturday afternoon workshop/class is £60 including all your materials, and refreshments - just bring yourself. This is an ideal pre-Christmas treat and would also make a lovely girft for a loved one. Why not team up for a friends’ day out?!
Ross - a handsome Highlander!
He’s a real colourful character, with a face full of fun. There is a lot of texture and intuitive use of colour in this striking piece. 61 x 91 original oil painting on canvas, ready to hang.
Now available - at Creative Fine Art
I have three new paintings of the famous Highland Cow, which are available to reserve through my publisher Creative Fine Art
These are all original oil paintings on canvas and will be presented in a simple float frame.
Here they are with some of the tweeds and tartans that help inspire my colour choices!
Bright new piece ‘Our Cow Molly’
Straight off the easel, this very colourful new Highland Cow art piece was purchased last week by a lovely couple who were visiting the Midlands from Devon. So this little lady is heading to the sunny south as soon as she is dry enough to go.
I am available for bespoke oil painting commissions, so if you would like your own happy cow painting in lovely colours, get in touch and we can discuss a painting.
multi-coloured brush strokes
I have been working on a set of four new originals, which are now available for sale. These are textured pieces with brush and knife work and in very rich bright and beautiful colours. These pieces will be ready to ship soon, Benavie is now on my website. There are three larger pieces at 80 x 100 cm approx / 30 x 40 “ , and one square format canvas at 76 x 76 cm approx / 30 x 30 “
Highland cow oil painting
A new girl-in-progress this week. She is nearly finished and will be joining some friends on the website by the end of the week. This little lady is I think 100 x 120 cm so actually rather a gentle giant!
There are many places to buy cow paintings in the UK, both online and in physical stores. Some popular options include art galleries, open studios, online marketplaces like Etsy and Amazon, and speciality home decor stores like Wayfair and Dunelm. You can also try searching for local artists or visiting art fairs and markets in your area.
For those interested in Sue Gardner cow art, there are open-edition prints and homewares available for purchase at various boutiques and stores in the UK and internationally, through my licensing partners. Additionally, I offer a selection of prints for sale on my website. However, if you are looking for a truly unique piece, I offer original cow oil paintings. These one-of-a-kind paintings are not only a beautiful addition to any collection but also have the potential to appreciate in value over time. Check out my recent releases to see if any catch your eye.
For the first selection, I have chosen 6 of my most recent multi-coloured and intense oil paintings, with Highland Cows, Chiquitita the Alpaca, Sebastion the Bear, and Ink Blue Stag. I really love the vibrancy of the colours in these canvases, they really pack a punch and bring a happy vibe to a room. These prints are ideal if you are not ready to purchase a large original piece, and would like to try my art in your home, or need a smaller piece without compromising on the bright mood-enhancing colours.
I am delighted to be able to offer a new collection of framed canvases, in smaller sizes than my original pieces. Click here to view the prints. These are all prints that are exclusively available from me here on my website. Delivery is in 2-3 days and it’s worldwide shipping. The frames are ’ tray ‘or ‘float’ frames, slim and simple, in black for an elegant finish.
