Being called a ‘talented artist’ by many wonderful people has encouraged me to try and make a living in the art world.
Thank you!
The joy of painting animals and capturing their emotions as if they are speaking to me is what fuels my passion.
About the Artist, Charles Hooren
After gaining a BA (Hons) Degree in Graphic Design & Communication, I began working as a Graphic Designer and self-taught Web Designer. For over 20 years, I worked full-time in the design industry while pursuing other interests in my spare time. During that period, I didn’t have the opportunity to create my own art. As the job market later became increasingly difficult, I started looking for a new career that would be both challenging and fulfilling.
It wasn’t until early 2023, when my friend’s mother kindly brought me some art materials, that I rediscovered my passion and talent for acrylic painting. Since then, I’ve been gradually making progress in my rekindled interest in art.
Diagnosed at a very young age with two types of aphasia, which impaired my speech and ability to understand spoken language, I found both art therapy and being fascinated with paintings and drawings in any shape or form helped me with communicating and expressing my feelings through art. I feel fortunate that this has allowed me to go on and develop my creative skills in art and design.
Interested in My Art?
Animals make our lives more interesting… and allow an artist like myself to do some portrait paintings of them! Interested in having an art piece of your beloved animal?
Explore my unique creations inspired by the beauty of animals.
Each portrait celebrates the individuality and character of animals, with a particular focus on British wildlife and equine subjects. Drawn to moments of expression and presence, I aim to capture more than appearance, inviting a connection between viewer and subject.
From native wild species to horses, this collection offers a calm space to pause and appreciate their beauty.