Poppy Cow - Canvas Prints

I was recently asked by a client, whether I could produce a print of my Pitternweem ( Highland Cow with Poppies) painting, in a larger size. It has taken me a couple of weeks, but I have now been able to add these to my new website

I have made two listings, as the different size options are available from separate printing labs. Speedy global shipping is available.

Who paints the Colourful Highland cows?

The Story Behind the Colourful Highland Cow Paintings
I painted my first Highland Cow in 2018, from a photo reference of a beautiful brown and very hairy Highland Cow with a quizzical expression. I used the stance, and the lighting from the photo, however I used my own colour palette. The idea was to use some of the rich and beautiful glowing colours present in the gorgeous Harris Tweed fabric, which always reminds me of the beauty of the Scottish scenery. I painted that piece in two sessions, and it all fell into place very quickly. I enjoyed it so much that I began to paint a whole series of these lovely cows. The colours and the expressive brush and finger marks do seem to suit the character of the Highland Cattle, and I enjoy creating the moody and stormy surroundings.

The most famous of my colourful Highland Cow paintings is that first one, simply titled ‘Highland Cow’. I entered the Wraptious artist competition that year, having put together a collection of five paintings , all of the animals, for my entry. I won the competition and was signed up as a licensed artist , and my Highland Cow began to be featured on a lot of their home and giftware that year. He is still a bestseller now and a familiar face in boutiques and shops both in the UK and abroad.

colourful highland cow art

My original Highland Cow painting

Buy a large canvas print of the Highland Cow here: