Welcome to the studio
of Jennifer Pratt
As an artist, I have dedicated myself to the subject that inspires me most, the equine form. I am drawn to the lines in a horse’s conformation; fluid, angular, curvaceous and graceful.
Expressing Movement and Energy
In my artwork, I look for ways to express these contours, accentuating their energy and movement through colour, brushwork, and miscellaneous tools, such as brayers, spatulas. I also use solvent reduction techniques. My work often encourages a strong connection between the horse and the viewer. I rely often on simple stoic poses and find my way to express these poses in my own style.
Moments in the Field
My process always begins out in the field. In a paddock or in the wild, there are usually one or two horses, often mares, that captivate my interest and evoke the desire to create. This happens through witnessing their character, movement, and reflections of light on their coat; sometimes I am also inspired by the story of what the animal has to share.
Inspiration into Art
Back in my studio, I cover the walls with field notes, photographs, and studies. As I am creating, I explore ideas on how I can expand and accentuate the lines that interest me the most. Sometimes the work is representational but depending on where my ideas take me, I also diverge into figurative abstract in mixed media including Cold Wax Medium. These two genres, while visually different, balance my creative flow and satisfy myself as the artist and the designer. I know each artwork is complete when the story that I have woven with paint conjures the visceral memory of each horse and captures its unique presence on canvas.
Ontario, Canada to Portland, Oregon
I started my artistic career over 20 years ago in Ontario, Canada. I am proud to have longstanding relationships with my collectors. In the summer of 2013, I relocated with my family to Portland, Oregon. My studio is currently located at 2400 SE Holgate, Portland Oregon, and I LOVE visitors! Alternatively, if you are on the East Coast, you can see some of my inventory at Equis Art Gallery, in the lovely hamlet of Red Hook, New York.