Robert selects a very limited number of commission subjects. He has a made a conscious decision to painting only thoroughbred racing subjects. He appreciates all the offers to paint other breeds and other sports, but this specialization adds to the quality of the paintings and protects their current value while providing the greatest opportunity for long term appreciation of his paintings.
While past performance can not necessarily reflect future performance; his paintings have appreciated by 500% over the past five years. This fact is a result of supply and demand, the demand for his artwork is expanding dramatically as his notoriety in the thoroughbred industry increases.
His customer base is a small, but elite group including many of the top owners in the sport of horse racing. If you are interested in learning more about having your champion painted....
Additional costs - -
Source materials - generally come from professional photographers who specialize in thoroughbred racing.
These photographers own the right to the images, even if the horses owners have bought a photograph. These photographers are usually easy to work with on a fee basis. This fee is usually a few hundred dollars. Any charges for photo usage are added to the cost of the painting.
Shipping and framing -not included in the prices listed above. These costs are handled on an individual basis, but generally the shipping of a fully insured piece of art is a $100 - $500.
Taxes pieces sold in Florida are subject to the Florida Sales Tax of 6%.
Robert is best known for his racing paintings of over 100 Grade 1 winners, but when faced with the request to paint a family portrait like the one of Sophie and Mr. B; the artist shows his chops as a highly skilled, award winning portrait artist.
If you have an idea you want to discuss “Call Bob” (email is fine too).
Indygo Shiner Commissioned by Summer Wind Farm 36"x48"
Commissioned by one of his former owners, Dave Whelihan. After winning the Clark Handicap at Churchill (G1) and Woodward Stakes at Saratoga (G1) for Whelihan and partners; Premium Tap was sold to King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia where he continued racing for the royal family.