The notecards in this Notecard Watercolor Collection are presented in a smaller format for informal correspondence.

“Fine art must do more than faithfully represent the subject matter. Sight is more than just deciphering the shape and form of an object. It involves our own emotional responses and relating our personal experiences to what we see. For me, the emotional impact of an object is just as important to depict as the object itself. To achieve this, I use a visual vocabulary of composition, contrast, color and technique in the hopes of engaging a viewer both visually and emotionally.” -Chris Rankin

“Promenade”: Award of Merit at the
2008 California State Fair

Draft mares and foals are paraded in the courtyard of a French Chateau near Vichy. The dark foal "at liberty" creates a focal point.

2008 Watercolor by Chris Rankin

“Steppin' Out”: Eager Percherons

Steady hands guide a young team to the arena.

2008 Watercolor by Chris Rankin

“Ebony Knights”: Shire Stallion

A fine Shire stallion accompanied by two handlers.

2008 Watercolor by Chris Rankin

“New Shoes”:The farrier

A farrier files the final touches to a dinner plate-sized hoof.

Watercolor by Chris Rankin

“Pull”: First Place Watercolor 2008 DHC

Two Belgians set to work pulling the winning weight amid the frenzy and mud at the 2007 Draft Horse Classic.

2008 Watercolor by Chris Rankin

Notecard Collection

Two 4" x 5.5" (21 cm x 14 cm) cards of each of the five paintings with matching envelopes

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