Janna the Horsepainter

Horses and much more!

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I am a figurative painter whose figure of choice is horses. Early childhood on a Sandhills Nebraska ranch might be to blame. Since I have a subject I know well (AKA: an obsession) horses, I can play with a variety of techniques, media and styles. I do mixed media/collage paintings, but have been developing a different media; painting on machined metal surfaces. By first drawing with a grinder on the metal I create a reflective pattern that glows through thin layers of oil paint and changes with the lighting and angle of view.

This changeability in the image can be seen as movement. I love making movement and change a part of each painting. This is especially appropriate to my subject since horses were how we all got around until relatively recently! I do paint other subjects (trees, flowers, people) but, love the challenge of merging my favorite subject with them somehow / sometimes!


My art can be found at Noyes Art Gallery in Lincoln NE, where I am a long time Coop member. I also take the horse-art to the horse people by displaying at several national/regional horse fairs. I am a member of Impact Artist Nebraska, which promotes Nebraska art and artists with traveling themed shows.

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Since I have a subject I know well (AKA: an obsession) horses, I can play with a variety of techniques, media and styles. I do mixed media/collage paintings, but have been developing a different media; painting on machined metal surfaces. By first drawing with a grinder on the metal I create a reflective pattern that glows through thin layers of oil paint and changes with the lighting and angle of view.


This changeability in the image can be seen as movement. I love making movement and change a part of each painting. This is especially appropriate to my subject since horses were how we all got around until relatively recently! I do paint other subjects (trees, flowers, people) but, love the challenge of merging my favorite subject with them somehow / sometimes! The painting pictured is an example of this.


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Dynamic Equine Artistry

Explore the grace and power of horses through mixed media and unique techniques in my portfolio.

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Dynamic Equine Artistry

Explore the grace and power of horses through mixed media and unique techniques in my portfolio.

Dynamic Equine

Explore the grace and power of horses in art.

A dynamic painting of a black horse in motion against a textured, fiery orange and yellow background. The focus is on the horse's flowing mane and muscular body. To the left, a blurred person is partially visible, adding depth and contrast to the vivid artwork.
A dynamic painting of a black horse in motion against a textured, fiery orange and yellow background. The focus is on the horse's flowing mane and muscular body. To the left, a blurred person is partially visible, adding depth and contrast to the vivid artwork.
Mixed Media Art

Capturing movement and emotion through unique techniques.

Several horse sculptures with a metallic, reflective surface are mounted on a wall. The horses display dynamic, muscular features, and the lighting highlights the rich copper and bronze tones, creating a dramatic effect. The background features a stone wall and patches of sky.
Several horse sculptures with a metallic, reflective surface are mounted on a wall. The horses display dynamic, muscular features, and the lighting highlights the rich copper and bronze tones, creating a dramatic effect. The background features a stone wall and patches of sky.
Figurative Focus

Horses as a dynamic subject in various styles.

A watercolor painting of a horse with flowing, vibrant blue mane that swirls elegantly around its face. The horse has a soft brown coat and deep, expressive eyes. Delicate white dots accentuate the mane, adding a sense of whimsy and magic.
A watercolor painting of a horse with flowing, vibrant blue mane that swirls elegantly around its face. The horse has a soft brown coat and deep, expressive eyes. Delicate white dots accentuate the mane, adding a sense of whimsy and magic.
A mural painted on a brick wall depicts a horse with a detailed and expressive face. The horse has flowing, multicolored mane and is accompanied by abstract lines and patterns in the background, which include orange, yellow, and red hues.
A mural painted on a brick wall depicts a horse with a detailed and expressive face. The horse has flowing, multicolored mane and is accompanied by abstract lines and patterns in the background, which include orange, yellow, and red hues.
Reflective Surfaces

Art that changes with light and viewer perspective.

Artistic Journey

Discover my exploration of horses through diverse mediums.

Artistic Journey

As a figurative artist, I explore the dynamic movement and grace of horses through various techniques and mixed media on unique metal surfaces.

Portfolio

Capturing Equine Essence

My work reflects the power and beauty of horses in motion.

A close-up view of a wooden horse sculpture, painted in a weathered blue with a rustic appearance. Streamers in various colors hang above it. In the background, a vibrant mural depicts abstract and colorful designs, featuring a central figure surrounded by intricate patterns.
A close-up view of a wooden horse sculpture, painted in a weathered blue with a rustic appearance. Streamers in various colors hang above it. In the background, a vibrant mural depicts abstract and colorful designs, featuring a central figure surrounded by intricate patterns.
Creative Process

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A storefront window displays a modern abstract painting featuring a stylized horse with vibrant splashes of color such as yellow, pink, and red. Below the painting are two framed sketches or prints. The window is flanked by gray stone walls with greenery hanging on each side, adding a touch of nature to the urban setting. Inside, warm light illuminates the art, providing an inviting appearance.
A storefront window displays a modern abstract painting featuring a stylized horse with vibrant splashes of color such as yellow, pink, and red. Below the painting are two framed sketches or prints. The window is flanked by gray stone walls with greenery hanging on each side, adding a touch of nature to the urban setting. Inside, warm light illuminates the art, providing an inviting appearance.

Gallery

Explore dynamic equine art in a unique reflective medium.

A cluster of intricately crafted horse figurines in various dynamic poses, each painted in vibrant colors including red, yellow, and green. The figures are layered in a haphazard yet visually interesting arrangement, showcasing flowing manes and muscular bodies.
A cluster of intricately crafted horse figurines in various dynamic poses, each painted in vibrant colors including red, yellow, and green. The figures are layered in a haphazard yet visually interesting arrangement, showcasing flowing manes and muscular bodies.
A large mural depicting two black horses in motion is painted on an old brick wall. The urban backdrop consists of modern high-rise buildings with reflective glass windows and older, more traditional brick buildings. The ground is covered with a thin layer of snow.
A large mural depicting two black horses in motion is painted on an old brick wall. The urban backdrop consists of modern high-rise buildings with reflective glass windows and older, more traditional brick buildings. The ground is covered with a thin layer of snow.
A collection of ceramic horse figurines decorated with bright, intricate designs. The central black and white horse has a green saddle with detailed patterns, surrounded by other vividly colored ceramic animals.
A collection of ceramic horse figurines decorated with bright, intricate designs. The central black and white horse has a green saddle with detailed patterns, surrounded by other vividly colored ceramic animals.

The dynamic movement and grace of horses captured beautifully in unique mixed media art. Truly inspiring!

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A sculpture depicts a horse's head constructed from various metal parts, including pipes, gears, and panels. The intricate design showcases the mechanical elements and textures. The background consists of a cloudy sky, adding contrast to the metallic structures.
A sculpture depicts a horse's head constructed from various metal parts, including pipes, gears, and panels. The intricate design showcases the mechanical elements and textures. The background consists of a cloudy sky, adding contrast to the metallic structures.
A building exterior featuring large, abstract line drawings resembling figures and a horse on a textured white surface. Beneath the artwork, there are large black-and-white photos of a person in an art studio setting. Several people are visible on the sidewalk near the building, with a modern cityscape in the background. The scene is illuminated by streetlights at night.
A building exterior featuring large, abstract line drawings resembling figures and a horse on a textured white surface. Beneath the artwork, there are large black-and-white photos of a person in an art studio setting. Several people are visible on the sidewalk near the building, with a modern cityscape in the background. The scene is illuminated by streetlights at night.

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