Approaching her subjects as an observer first, Susan immerses herself in movement and attitude, personality and spirit. “When I do a painting of a particular animal, I usually take a lot of pictures,” she told the Register Citizen. “I like to go back and observe (my subject) several times as I work in the studio. That way I can really be sure to capture the animal’s attitude.”
This method has served the nationally renowned artist well, as Susan has gained a reputation for bringing a startling liveliness to her work that evokes mood, energy and atmosphere. Her work is praised for its blending of light and color and its capturing of the spirit of the moment.

Susan has had a fascination with drawing animals, and horses in particular, since she was a young girl in Mt. Kisco, New York, a skill she translated into a career that has spanned three decades. Her work has been shown in numerous museums including the International Museum of the Horse at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, and the Wildlife Experience Museum in Parker, Colorado, as well as in galleries and on magazine covers nationwide.

In addition to original artwork and commissioned portraits, Susan enjoys drawing the cartoon “Rail Talk,” with Jan Lynick. It is featured monthly in Saddle & Bridle magazine, the Equine Journal, and Draft Horse Journal. Her studio in Colebrook, Connecticut, is open year round by appointment.

Awards:
Harness Tracks of America, 2005
Special Excellence Award
Siesta in the Shade, watercolor

Harness Tracks of America, 2004
Special Excellence Award
Morning Light, watercolor

American Academy of Equine Art, 2003
Kasper Foundation of Equine Art Award
Dancing Arabian, watercolor

Draft Horse Classic  2001
Shire Pair, watercolor

American Academy of Equine Art, 1997
Best in Show, Jean Bowman Award,
Chincoteaque Ponies, watercolor   

CT Watercolor Society 1996
Merchandise Award
Early Morning Light, watercolor        

Draft Horse Classic, 1996
1st Place, Silver on Black,  watercolor
Special Excellence Award, Exuberance, watercolor

SCAN Exhibit, 1991
Best in Show
Crossing the Rhone Delta, watercolor

Harness Tracks of America, 1991
Getting Ready and Curiosity, watercolor

American Academy of Equine Art, 1990
Ruth Ellison Award
Between Friends, watercolor
Richtker Art Association, 1989
2nd Place
Runaway Fascination, watercolor

Harness Tracks of America, 1989
Workout Match, watercolor

Richtker Art Association, 1989
1st Place
Lone Pelican, watercolor

SCAN Exhibit, 1982
2nd place
Southern Morning Mist, watercolor