Distance

​“Distance” is an original horse painting by Tara Verkuil that continues her bold new direction into expressive equine abstraction. Measuring 30" W x 40" H, this mixed media work captures the quiet force, sensitivity, and emotional presence of the horse through instinctive line, layered color, and gestural mark-making.

Part of Tara’s new horse series, “Distance” moves away from literal representation and into something more felt than described. The horse emerges through vivid passages of coral, lavender, violet, pink, olive, and soft neutrals, with energetic lines and open spaces creating a sense of movement, tension, and personality. Rather than focusing on outward detail, Tara leans into the spirit of the animal and the emotional charge it carries.

In this piece, the composition feels both grounded and elusive, as if the horse is appearing through memory, motion, and intuition all at once. Loose marks, drips, and layered textures give the painting a living, breathing quality that invites the viewer to stay with it a little longer.

Created with Tara’s signature mixed media approach, “Distance” reflects her love of spontaneity, abstraction, and paintings that hold both strength and tenderness. It is a striking piece for collectors drawn to contemporary equine art with an expressive, modern edge.

Whether placed in a home, office, or thoughtfully designed interior, “Distance” brings color, presence, and a quiet intensity to the room.