Original elephant paintings
The first time I went to the Masai Mara, in 2019, Hugo was the biggest bull elephant on the Mara. He completely took my breath away. When I got home I knew I had to paint him, and I wanted colours bold enough to make people go “wow”, just like I had when I first saw him.
I painted Hugo during lockdown and, to be honest, I never thought he’d see the light of day. He felt a bit too vibrant and crazy next to my other Africa paintings. He’d also missed my solo exhibition, Into Africa. It had a wonderful private view in early 2020 but closed early when lockdown arrived. So Hugo stayed tucked away in the studio for a long time.
He’s still in my own collection, and he’s now my bestselling print.
And then there was Fred
After Hugo died (of old age, I’m glad to say, at a grand age for an elephant), Fred became the biggest elephant on the Mara. My painting of Fred has just found a new home, and he’s now a print too.
Fred
100×100cm oil on linen.
SOLD
Hugo
80×80cm oil on linen.
Artist’s own collection.
Prints Available
Jupiter
100×70cm oil on linen.
SOLD
Elephant paintings available now
Anandi
Oil on linen, 60 x 60 cm
Unframed, ready to hang
Anandi, meaning joy, was inspired not by the African plains but by the vibrant streets of Singapore’s Little India. During a festival visit, I was struck by the riot of colour, the carpets of flowers and two towering elephants created entirely from blooms. That memory became the spark for this painting.
Layer upon layer of oil paint builds the intricate surface, each pattern and mandala hand-painted rather than collaged. Jewel-like colours, swirling details and festive motifs come together to create an elephant full of life and celebration.
At 60 x 60 cm, Anandi carries the presence and vibrancy of my larger elephants but in a more intimate size. This piece is a true one-off, not available as a print, for a collector seeking something unique.
Unframed — comes with D-rings and hanging cord attached, ready to hang.
Postage and packing is included in the price for UK delivery
I personally prepare and package every piece to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Your artwork will be sent via a trusted courier, fully tracked, so it reaches you safely and beautifully presented. Select free shipping at the checkout.
Milo
Available from the Park Gallery
• Made just for you.
Every print is professionally produced to order using quality materials.
• Available unframed or professionally framed.
• Available in five sizes- Even Extra Large!
• Worldwide delivery is available for this print.
Your artwork is printed as close to you as possible and shipped directly to your door, making my work available to collectors around the world.
Poly-cotton blend canvas with a matte/satin finish. Scratch, crack, and warp resistant. • Vibrant, long-lasting colours with water-based HP Latex inks and UV protection. • Solid wooden frame from renewable sources, 3.2 cm deep.
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Because every canvas is made especially to order, I'm unable to accept cancellations or returns if you change your mind. However, if your artwork arrives damaged or with a manufacturing fault, please get in touch within 30 days and I will contact the printers to arrange a replacement or refund for you.
Jabali the elephant.
Jabali is a Swahili word for “strong as rock.”
Original painting. Oil on linen 90×90cm
This painting came from a real moment on safari. One morning on our early game drive we saw a family of elephants happily munching on the shrubs having their breakfast. One elephant stood slightly away from the calves and juveniles keeping watch. He made sure we were no threat. And soon enough he walked away from us safe in the knowledge we were only there to observe. What a magical moment.
Often my elephants contain bright colours mixed along with the naturalistic grey and soft browns. This is because the first time I saw an elephant in the wild it took my breath away. It made my heart melt and it made me go “wow”. This one is a more mellow colour palette with smaller flashes of pink, blue and yellow to give it a pop. It would be a wonderful statement piece for any home.
The elephant is painted in oil on linen but it is worth noting that the background in this particular painting is not the natural linen showing through but instead it's a gentle grey background. This gives the bright colours space to breathe and would look superb in a neutral room allowing one of the colours used to be an accent colour elsewhere in the room with for instance cushions or other soft furnishings.
Unframed — comes with D-rings and hanging cord attached, ready to hang.
Postage and packing is included in the price for UK delivery
I personally prepare and package every piece to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Your artwork will be sent via a trusted courier, fully tracked, so it reaches you safely and beautifully presented. Select free shipping at the checkout.
Savannah
Available from the Wey Gallery
Would you like an elephant of your own? I take a small number of commissions each year. Get in touch and tell me what you have in mind.