As featured in Elite Equestrian Magazine - I create custom paintings for people who want something that lasts. Whether it’s the horse that shaped you, a beloved pet, or a place that lives in your memory - I’ll paint it in a way that captures not just the subject, but the feeling of being in their presence.

The Medium

I work primarily in encaustic - layers of pure beeswax, pigment, and shellac built on wood panel and fused with fire. It is a slow, layered process that demands surrender. Each painting may carry ten to fifteen layers before the image fully reveals itself. The result is something luminous and tactile, unlike anything else on a wall.

 I also work in soft pastel and acrylic mixed media. Not sure which medium is right for your subject? Tell me about it and I’ll recommend what will serve it best.

What I Paint

Horses are close to my heart. I have been in their world my entire life, through dressage and eventing, Pony Club, and decades of watching the way they move and listen. I bring that understanding to every equine portrait I paint.

 I also paint beloved pets, Pacific Northwest landscapes, and meaningful places. If you’re not sure whether your subject is right for a commission, reach out - I’d rather have the conversation than not.

tell me about your subject

               Commissioning a painting should feel like a collaboration, not a transaction. Here is how it works:

 1. The Conversation

Reach out and tell me about your subject - what you’d like painted, the size you have in mind, and where it will live. That last detail matters more than most people expect. I’ll recommend a medium and size that suits both the subject and the space.

 2. The Proposal

I’ll follow up with a simple summary - subject, size, medium, price, and timeline. No fine print.

 3. The Deposit

A 50% deposit confirms your commission and holds your place in my schedule. Balance is due on completion before delivery.

 4. The Update

I’ll share a progress photo mid-process - not for approval, just to bring you into the journey. This is often the moment clients fall in love with the work before it’s finished.

 5. The Delivery

Completed paintings are delivered with a Certificate of Authenticity. Local delivery available. Shipping carefully arranged for out-of-area collectors.

Pricing

Encaustic commissions begin at:

          •       8×8 inches - from $450

          •       9×12 inches - from $600

          •       16×20 inches - from $1,200

          •       24×30 inches - from $2,000

          •       30×40 inches - from $2,750

Soft pastel and acrylic commissions are priced by size - please inquire.

 All commissions include a 20% surcharge above standard painting prices, reflecting the additional consultation, collaboration, and care involved in working to a collector’s vision.

 A 50% deposit is required to begin. The remaining balance is due upon completion, before delivery.

A Few Things to Know

          •       Commissions are accepted on a first-come basis and may have a wait time depending on my current schedule

          •       A clear, well-lit reference photo makes all the difference - share what you have and we’ll work with it

          •       I will not begin painting until we both feel clear and excited about the piece

‍ Ready to Begin?

‍ ‍‍Send me a message at info@gabrielleengland.com or use the contact form below. Tell me about your subject, your size ideas, and attach any reference photos you have. I’ll be in touch within a few days.

‍ ‍I’d love to make something lasting for you.