54th National Exhibition Dreamweavers

JANEL MAHER PAINTED PONY

13.8 x 18” x 15” — Bronze $1,850 My inspiration for the bronze Painted Pony was to create a sculpture displaying some of the symbols Native American people felt important. And of course, it was on my favorite subject--the horse!

JANEL MAHER • WAOW Associate • TN • janelmaher.fineartstudioonline.com Growing up in Colorado, I was always fascinated with horses. This life study has spurred my imagination in sculpting and painting what I know best, one of our greatest treasures: the horse. My wish is to capture the heart, spirit and conformation of my subject. Many of my ideas for my art are inspired from my own horses, a song, poem or just a comment I have heard. Also, I am very inspired by the history and legends of the horse! I love creating a new piece but most of all I want the viewer not to see cold metal or an empty canvas….but a subject that breathes life!

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