Horse portraits
Horse portraits worthy of the tack room and the living room.
Equestrians have a long tradition of commissioning portraits of their horses. PetsPainter makes that tradition accessible: upload a photo and keep the blaze, socks, mane and coat color that make your horse unmistakable.
Royal Oil and Charcoal Study honor the classic equine art tradition, while Soft Wash makes a lovely gift for a young rider.
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Photo tips for horses
The better the photo, the better the likeness. More in our complete photo guide.
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Head-and-shoulders shots give the strongest likeness and the best detail.
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Shoot in the soft light of early morning or late afternoon.
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Ears forward makes a big difference, so ask a helper to rustle a feed bucket.
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Stand back and zoom in slightly to avoid distorting the long face.
Horse portrait questions
Are markings like blazes and socks kept?
Yes. Distinctive markings are part of what we ask the artist to preserve.
Can I use a photo with a rider or tack?
Yes, though a clean head-and-shoulders photo gives the best results. Mention "no saddle" in the note to leave tack out.
Does it work for donkeys and ponies?
Of course. Choose Horse or Other as the type.
✦ One photo. Endless personality.
They already run the house.
Now hang them in it.
Create their portrait2 free portraits · No card needed