Artist Portfolio

Martin Wardle-Rogers
Wildlife and Equine Artist

Born in Eastwood, Nottingham (1959), in the United Kingdom.

Now living and working in Lincolnshire, in the United Kingdom.

(1976-1979) Martin pursued a Higher Diploma in Graphic Design at Mansfield College of Art in Nottinghamshire, the United Kingdom.

(1979 – 1998) My career spanned the graphic design and printing industries, followed by ventures in business and community roles.

Junior Graphic Designer (1979-1985)

  - Worked on various print and digital projects.

  - Developed skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

Graphic Designer (1985-1999)

- worked in the lithographic print industry (until 1995)

- Return to advertising agency work  (1995 -1999)

                    - Led a team of designers.

- Managed large-scale projects for high-profile clients.


Since 2024, I’ve reignited my passion for art, focusing on equines and canines - a love rooted in my youth, owning horses and now training dogs.
This personal connection informs my detailed representations and commitment to capturing the essence of animals.

Unique Artistic Voice

  • Personal Connection: My passion for equines and wildlife adds emotional authenticity.

  • Versatility: Experience across diverse media, including watercolours, gouache, pastels, and coloured pencils.

  • Attention to Detail: Knowledge of animal anatomy enhances lifelike representations.

  • Continuous Growth: Exploring coloured pencils and a dedication to improvement keeping my work evolving.

  • Community Engagement: Participation in agility shows and animal events enriches my perspective.

Artist Philosophy

Art should be accessible to everyone and reflect the artist's soul. My work focuses on animals—wild and domesticated—celebrating their elegance, presence, and companionship. Through my art, I aim to increase awareness of their lives and environments, creating pieces that resonate with others.

Artistic Strategies

  • Storytelling: Each artwork tells a story, capturing the distinct characteristics of animals and their natural habitats.

  • Engagement: My art is designed to be accessible and personalized, fostering connections through commissions and online platforms.

My approach

I am a graphite and coloured pencil artist with a passion for equine and wildlife subjects.
Inspired by the beauty, behaviour and individuality of animals, I strive to create realistic artwork that goes beyond physical likeness, capturing the character, emotion and stories found within the natural world.

Every drawing is an opportunity to observe more closely, to understand more deeply, and to share that connection with others through the timeless medium of pencil.

My passion for equine and wildlife art began long before I picked up a pencil. Every drawing starts with careful research and observation, taking time to understand not only the anatomy and proportions of my subject, but also its behaviour, character and relationship with its environment. I study how natural light falls across the form, how shadows create structure, and how reflected light subtly influences the colours and textures within the coat or surrounding landscape.

Working primarily in graphite and coloured pencil, I build each drawing gradually through multiple layers, allowing detail, depth and atmosphere to develop with patience and precision. My aim is not simply to create a realistic likeness, but to capture a moment that tells a story and reveals something of the animal's true nature.

Underlying every piece are the five drawing principles taught by my mentor, Kate Jenvey—Design, Edges, Values, Accuracy and Practice (DEVAP). These principles provide the foundation of my work, guiding every stage of the drawing process while allowing creativity and observation to shape the finished artwork.

Whether drawing a horse in quiet contemplation or a predator displaying instinctive behaviour, my goal is always the same: to create artwork that invites the viewer to pause, observe, and connect with the remarkable lives of the animals we share our world with.

Samples of Artist Work

My drawings are made for people who see more in animals than form alone — people who recognise personality, spirit, and emotion in a horse’s gaze, a dog’s posture, or the stillness of wildlife.

I create detailed equine and wildlife art in graphite and coloured pencil, combining technical precision with a deep respect for the subject. Each piece is designed to feel intimate and lasting, whether it marks a beloved companion, celebrates the beauty of nature, or simply brings a sense of calm and connection into a home.

If you are drawn to art that feels thoughtful, lifelike, and emotionally resonant, I hope my work speaks to you.

Equine Sketches

I am not interested in NFT’s and therefore will ignore all requests relating to them.

A framed pencil drawing of a horse's head hanging on a white textured wall above a wooden table with art supplies, including paintbrushes in a white container and a terracotta pot, with a large leaf plant in the bottom left corner.

Series of Equine Anatomy Sketches all carried out using Graphite Pencils

A pencil sketch of the equine body, showing the muscle anatomy of the shoulders and chest are from different angles.
Pencil sketch of a horse's hind quarters, displaying the muscular structure vital for powering forward, view from side and back of horse.
A framed pencil sketch of a chestnut horse with a dark mane and bridle hanging on a textured white wall. Below the sketch, a wooden table holds two containers with paintbrushes and a wooden palette, next to some green leafy plants.
A framed painting of a young bay foal, drawn in coloured pencils, hanging on a textured white wall in an art studio. Below the painting, a wooden table holds two containers with paintbrushes, and an artist's palette.
Framed pencil sketch of a white horse with a light background hanging on a textured white wall above a wooden table, with art supplies and a leafy plant in front.
Pencil sketch of a pair of equine lower fetlocks to the hooves of an unshod horse.
A detailed pencil sketch of a horses ears and forelock, perfoirmed as a graphite anatomy sketch. Signed by the artist M.W. Rogers, 2025.
Pencil sketch of a underneath of an equine hoof, showing the bulky frog, sensitive sole as well as the heel of the foot. By artist Martin Wardle-Rogers
A framed pencil drawing of a horse wearing a bridle and a fly mask hangs on a textured wall. Below, a small wooden table holds a white container with paintbrushes, an orange cup with additional brushes, and a wooden palette.
Framed drawing of a horse's head drawn in coloured pencils hanging above a wooden dresser with a potted plant.
A detailed graphite sketch of an equines eye and surrounding facial features.
Pencil sketch of a horse's ears and part of its mane.
A framed black-and-white portrait of a horse hangs above a gray dresser with silver handles. A green potted plant in a textured blue pot and a floral bowl sit on the dresser.
A detailed pencil drawing of a horse framed on a wall above a wooden table with art supplies, including brushes in jars and a wooden palette.
A detailed pencil sketch of a face with one eye open and a tear falling, showing expressive emotional detail.
A detailed pencil drawing of a human ear, showing the intricate folds and curves.
Detailed graphite drawing of a person's eye with long eyelashes and partially closed eyelid.
A detailed pencil sketch of a horse's head with a bridle and a blindfold covering its eyes.

Wildlife Art

Bird Art

Canine Art

“Inspired by nature, guided by compassion — each artwork is either for sale or devoted to supporting wildlife and equine charities close to my heart.”

“I am truly honoured when people connect with my work in such a personal way.
However, I don’t take on memorial or pet commissions, as this allows me to stay true to my artistic path and purpose.”