Close-up of the face and painted detail in Ben Hope by Susan Gardner.
Susan Gardner

Animal Portraits That Meet Your Gaze

For a moment, share their power.


A New Fox Portrait


On the easel this week- a very vibrant and textured original oil painting. This piece will be available soon.

The artist


The animal is the focus: a strong silhouette, a direct gaze and emotional connection. There is power, beauty, wildness and sometimes danger. 

Susan builds each original in layers of thick oil paint and luminous glaze, so it holds a room from a distance and reveals even more at close range.

Close-up of the lobster’s claw and textured paint in The Grand Homard by Susan Gardner.

The Grand Homard


A one-of-a-kind original oil painting, currently available.

View the complete work, close-up details and purchase information here.