The making of MERLIN
An oil on canvas painting of the courageous police horse MERLIN.
Recently I introduced the first painting (MERLIN) of a new series of work, showcasing the incredible horses of the London Metropolitan Police at Old Scotland Yard.
Many of us will be familiar with seeing these courageous creatures patrolling the London streets or on-duty at major events. However, I wanted to paint them in a way that we don't often get to see - relaxed and off-duty, capturing their incredible beauty and majesty.
MERLIN is a giant with a HUGE personality. I have had the best time painting this guy and the pleasure of capturing him just before his retirement from service at the age of 15.
His years on patrol have included prominent roles at many events, which includes leading the crowd down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace at the Royal wedding of William and Kate in 2011.
Here is the full video, showing the development of this first painting from beginning to end.
I hope that you enjoy it!
This piece is sold, although prints are available as part of a very Limited Edition HERE.
Let me know if you have any questions or comments below - I always love to hear from you.
