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Richard Macwee

I am a self-taught artist and have worked hard to forge my own style and identity as an artist. My wildlife portraits reflect my commitment and concern for animal welfare and conservation.

I have sold original artwork and prints to many countries, including the USA, Canada, Russia, Australia and parts of Europe.

My preferred mediums for working in are soft pastel, oil paint or graphite pencil. In the past, I have used watercolour and other mediums, but I now consider myself a pastel artist as it has easily become my preferred medium.

 

I create new, fresh and contemporary wildlife art. Each piece is crafted with precise attention to detail and shows the animal's natural character. Whether it’s soft pastel, oil or graphite, my artwork is bold, original and brings the beauty of the natural world into your home. Each piece is crafted by me from start to finish. My work isn’t sold by galleries or art dealerships or passes through any third party. When you buy a piece of my artwork, it’s directly from my studio.


When you buy one of my artworks, you’re getting a unique, one-of-a-kind item that no one else in the world has!



Artists Statement

"​My subject matter is nature. My art is the depiction of the diverse and endlessly fascinating animals that inhabit this world. Through close observation and study, I capture the character, grace and soul of the subject. My aim has always been to pay tribute to the natural world and offer a close and detailed examination of the beauty of the animals that inhabit it.


Some of my subjects depict grace, beauty and power. Others show innocence and fragility. But all convey the fleeting magic of movement and life.


Through the rich, layered texture of pastel or oil colours, I build form and light to convey the elusive quality of the diverse animal kingdom. I draw inspiration from the welfare and concern of all animal life, whether it is a beautiful endangered tiger or a much-loved domestic dog. The conservation and protection of all creatures on this planet is at the heart of my work.

I want the viewer to feel the essence, soul and spirit of each animal that I depict and to inspire them to embrace and look closely at the natural world".