Horse portraits full of personality

Bespoke commissioned works that bring your horse’s character to life.

Elegance. Power. Dynamism.

Portrait of the dressage stallion Franziskus from Ingrid Klimke against a blue background with a red circle, modern horse painting by Hartmut Hellner, emphasising movement, dynamism, and character.

Portrait of the dressage horse Touchdown by Patrik Kittel against a blue background, modern horse painting by Hartmut Hellner, emphasising dynamism, power, and dressage presence.

Portrait of the horse D’avie from Gut Wettlkam Stud, owned by Lisa and Thomas Müller, modern horse painting by Hartmut Hellner, emphasising expression and personality.

Dynamic portrait of the grey stallion Cornet Obolensky in mid-jump, modern show-jumping horse painting emphasising technique, power, and elegance.

Portrait of the dressage stallion Lehmann, modern horse painting by Hartmut Hellner, emphasising posture, alert gaze, and dynamism.

Portrait of the grey show-jumping horse Le Coultre de Muze at the Saut Hermès, modern horse painting by Hartmut Hellner, emphasising movement, technique, and dynamism.

Expressive portrait of the world champion mare TSF Dalera BB, modern equine art featuring a winner’s ribbon and gold medal against a blue background, emphasising elegance and competitive spirit.

Emotional portrait of the mare Cassilia, modern animal painting against a vivid blue background, emphasising trust, character, and a gentle gaze.

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Works for leading riders in international equestrian sport.
Presented in a special exhibition at the German Horse Museum.

"HARTMUT HELLNER IS ONE OF THE MOST RENOWNED EQUINE PAINTERS OF OUR TIME."

German Horse Museum, Verden (Aller)

Availability

My practice is intentionally limited. Only a small number of unique works are created each year.

The creation of your bespoke horse portrait.

1. Initial Enquiry & Consultation

We discuss the subject, format and details in a personal consultation.

2. Photographs & Composition

You provide photographs of your horse. Even informal snapshots are entirely suitable.

3. Proposal & Commission

You receive a detailed proposal. Upon confirmation and receipt of the deposit, I commence work on your portrait.

4. Completion & Delivery

Upon completion, you receive a final view of the work. The painting is then carefully packed and dispatched.

Initial Enquiry & Consultation

We discuss the subject, format and details in a personal consultation.

2. Photographs & Composition

You provide photographs of your horse. Even informal snapshots are entirely suitable.

3. Proposal & Commission

You receive a detailed proposal. Upon confirmation and receipt of the deposit, I commence work on your portrait.

4. Completion & Delivery

Upon completion, you receive a final view of the work. The painting is then carefully packed and dispatched.

Take a look over my shoulder (approx. 5 minutes)

Your horse is unique.
Immortalise it.

Contact me for a non-binding consultation regarding your individual portrait.

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