#rainhill

“Rainhill Triumph.” (Commission)

First painting of the new year, a 30-hour piece for https://www.furaffinity.net/user/ddoc13/ of their dog character on the footplate of Stephenson’s Rocket. In 1829, the Liverpool & Manchester Railway hosted the famous Rainhill Trials in search of an improved steam engine design, where the Rocket met all requirements with flying colors. One of my earliest memories is of doodling this locomotive on a restaurant napkin as a child, and now, twenty-something years later, I’m painting it as a freelance artist.

As of 1/3/18, I am still currently closed for commissions so that I can work through my queue, but I will be re-opening shortly for my winter holiday sale, so be sure to follow along or check back often for updates! Critters, portraits, machines & more will be available.

More info available at wings-and-strings.tumblr.com/commissions;

Inquiries can be sent to [email protected]

–Wings & Strings