November Training (2005)
oil on canvas
76cm x 85cm

This painting is about the famous race horse “Best Mate”. The triple Cheltenham Gold Cup Winner who died suddenly on the brink of a spectacular career.

The eyes and ears are alive after a morning’s work out. The sense of energy that flows from the huge nostrils is like a locomotive in full steam which illustrates the enormous lungs and powers that this race horse possessed.

The horse is so proud and full of life. His eye is alert and bright with the adrenaline still pumping into his system. You can hear the breathing and smell the sweat.