Lesley Ann Hartman ~ A Biography

I have drawn animals, ever since I can remember, probably from when I was old enough to hold a pencil.  Horses fascinated me even as a child even though I grew up in London and had no personal contact with them until my family moved at the age of eight to a more rural setting.

From the day I started work I saved for my own horse and became especially interested in Dressage and Showing.  Eventually I was fortunate enough to be able to compete with my own Arabians up to International level,  ridden and in-hand.

As I built on years of studying horses and drawing I became a Professional Artist and began to take commission work of all animals but especially my first love the Arabian horse.

Acceptance for the annual Exhibition of the Society of Equestrian Artists in London was a major boost in my career, and I was very moved and honoured to be presented with an award for a pastel study of the beautiful stallion 'Kazmierek'.  This was one of two studies completed after a meeting with this influential and gentle stallion.  This pastel was shown on Channel Four Television to help promote the prestigious Exhibition.  

Many commissions followed, through a London Agent, from Middle Eastern Rulers and the British Aristocracy and lovers of the Arabian horse worldwide.  I have been so very fortunate to be asked to immortalize many treasured horses and much loved ‘best friends’.  Pastels and oil paintings are now in collections in Europe, America, the Middle East and Hong Kong.

In 2001 The Pyramid Society auctioned ‘Pearl from the Desert’ at the Egyptian Event in Kentucky, and I am delighted to say that she was sold for $5,000.

I accept a limited amount of commission work every year, of all subjects.  If it is not possible to see the subject first-hand, I am able to work from good quality close and clear photographs.  Please telephone or e-mail for further details. 

Contact Details: 
Please email Lesley here lesleyann@blueyonder.co.uk
Telephone: +44 (0) 1268 753474 (Do not dial '0' if dialing from outside the U.K.
Website: http://www.lesleyannhartman.com