Winter Reverie, Original
£360.00
Winter Reverie is a one-of-a-kind original artwork created in oil pastel and coloured pencil, inspired by that very familiar sighthound relationship with winter. The cold is deeply offensive, but also somehow dramatic and worth enduring. Wrapped in a soft scarf, this portrait captures a moment of stillness, where attitude, sensitivity and quiet observation all come together.
The layered oil pastel brings warmth and softness, while coloured pencil adds structure and fine detail, giving the piece its slightly sketchy, expressive quality. The marks are loose and intuitive rather than polished, allowing personality to lead. It's all about mood, posture and presence, the things that make these dogs feel so recognisable to those who live with them.
This is an artwork for people who understand sighthounds, or who are simply drawn to work that feels calm, character-led and gently expressive. Winter Reverie brings a soft, contemplative energy into a space, the kind of piece that settles in quietly and becomes part of the room rather than demanding attention - unlike whippets themselves!
Artwork Details
- Original painting
- Dimensions: A3 (30x40cm with frame)
- Depth: Depth: 3 mm
- Medium: Oil pastel, coloured pencil, acrylic paint
- Surface: 300gsm cold pressed watercolour paper
- Framing: Framed as shown, walnut colour, ayous wood, glass
- Finish: Matte varnish for protection
- Condition: Ready to hang
Materials & Process
This is an original artwork created using archival artist grade materials. Visible texture, layering, and hand-drawn marks are an intentional part of the process, giving each piece depth and a one-of-a-kind, tactile quality.
Care & Handling
Original artworks should be handled with care and kept out of direct sunlight or high humidity to preserve their condition over time. Framing is recommended for works on paper.
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Processing Time - Originals
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Authenticity & Copyright
This artwork is an original, hand-painted piece and will be signed by the artist. A certificate of authenticity is included.
The artist retains full copyright of the work. The artwork may not be reproduced, copied, or printed in any form without written permission.
Archival
Quality
Created to last, with archival materials that preserve the richness and detail of the artwork
Shipping From
Studio to Door
Packaged by hand and sent directly from my UK studio.
Made in
the Studio
Painted entirely by hand right here in my UK studio, from first mark to final finish
