Racing horses Watercolours

The image depicts two horses competing to outrun each other at high speed. The background has been applied using watercolour paints to create a blurred effect as the horses gallop past. The two equines are conctructed using pastel pencils to provide them with more definition in contrast to the backdrop. The colours are delicate and ethereal which promotes a sense of lightness ad motion. The picture is painted on handmade water colour paper with a natural edge