Introducing Mary Herbert, animal and portrait artist... I’m a full time professional artist working in Leicestershire, who specialises in pastel portraits. I love to paint animals, especially horses and dogs, and I’m always happy to consider commissioned portrait work of any animal or person. Here on my website, you can discover more about me and my art in the ‘Insight’ section, or simply browse my horse pictures, dog pictures, and other commissioned artwork in the portrait galleries. If you’re looking for a special gift or treat, please visit the shop, where you can buy original artwork online, as well as cards and limited edition prints. If you’d like to discuss commissioning a portrait, have any comments to make, or there is anything you’d like to ask me that isn’t in the information section, please feel free to contact me.

Latest News & Upcoming Events...

Sally Mitchell Fine Arts Ltd

The first six of my paintings to be released as limited edition fine art prints by these prestigious fine art publishers, are illustrated below are featured in the Sally Mitchell Christmas 2009 catalogue. Order online direct from the publishers or call 01777 838 234

Nottingham Society of Artists

In September I was accepted as an Affiliate Member of the NSA, which means I will be soon taking part in their exhibitions as well as continuing to enjoy the many classes and workshops offered by the Society.  Click here for the NSA website

The Artist Magazine Competition & Exhibition - Derwent Award

I have been lucky enough not only to have my zebra painting, ‘Marula Shade’ selected and hung in this prestigious exhibition at Patchings Art Centre, but also to gain the Derwent Award.

Leicestershire Pastel Society Award

I was delighted to receive the award for the ‘Best Traditional Pastel’ for my duckling painting, ‘Slumber Party’ at this year’s Leicestershire Pastel Society Annual Exhibition.  More about Leicestershire Pastel Society here

Latest time lapse painting video

I’ve made a new time lapse video showing a portrait in progress from start to finish in just 3 minutes.  Click the picture to play, or visit this page to see my other videos.

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