Benedicte Gele Studio/Expressive Horse Art – Online Course

Expressive Horse Art – Online Course

Learn to capture the horse with energy and emotion

Imagine your hand following the horse’s breath, hesitating, leaping, exploring…

Every stroke becomes your language, every gesture a discovery of your style.
Here, drawing is not about perfection, it’s an adventure to live.

I draw a horse eye with a white chalk

Who This Course is For

This course is for you if:

✔️ You feel drawn to drawing horses, whether you’re just beginning or already experienced

✔️ You want to loosen your hand, gain confidence, and draw with more freedom and emotion

✔️ You sometimes feel blocked by comparison, self-doubt, or the search for a “perfect” result

✔️ You want to deepen your personal style and your connection to the horse

✔️ You have basic drawing materials (detailed module by module)

No matter your starting point, each module guides you step by step — helping you build confidence, fluidity, and expressive freedom at your own pace.

A demo of a painting of a horse eye in pastels

How It Works

Every month, you receive a new video module, where I paint or draw a horse step by step, sharing my tips and techniques.

Modules are added to a living library that grows month by month, becoming a rich archive of exercises over time.

Follow the monthly rhythm or explore freely at your own pace.
➕​ Each module includes a reference photo to guide your practice.
Bonus materials are regularly added, giving you extra inspiration, tips, or exercises to deepen your skills.
💬 Join our private community to share your work, get feedback, and connect with fellow artists.

I draw a horse eye with a white chalk

Why a monthly rhythm?

This course is designed to stay alive and responsive.

Working month by month allows me to stay connected with you, respond to your questions, and adapt the content as the course unfolds. If a topic or difficulty comes up repeatedly, it can become a new exercise or a bonus lesson.

It also creates a sense of continuity and shared momentum, even if everyone joins at a different time. Rather than rushing through content, you’re invited to explore, practice, and let things settle at your own pace.

This is not a content library to rush through, but a space to practice, reflect, and grow over time.

Access & Pricing

Monthly subscription
Cancel anytime

€19 / month
€15 / month — launch offer

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What’s included in the launch offer:

  • 1 month free when you join

  • Then €15 / month

  • Your rate stays the same as long as you remain a member — a calm, steady space to explore and grow at your own pace.

  • Full access to all current and upcoming modules

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💡 A new expressive horse module released every month.
Follow the monthly rhythm or explore past lessons at your own pace.

What You Receive Each Month

Video Lesson:

Each month, you’ll receive a complete video lesson focused on a specific theme. I’ll guide you to help you explore gesture, movement, and emotion through expressive drawing and painting.

Bonus videos:

One or two additional videos will be added during the month — short demonstrations or inspirations to keep you progressing with pleasure and curiosity.

Photo Model:

A carefully selected photo reference of a horse will accompany each month’s lesson, allowing you to practice and deepen your understanding of the subject.

Access library:

Instant access to all previous lessons, so you can learn and revisit each module at your own pace.

Community Exchange

Share your progress, ask questions, and connect with other passionate artists on our dedicated Discord space. You’re not alone on this journey!

Feedback Option:

Get optional personalized feedback on your artwork — written or video — for focused guidance to help you progress with confidence.

materials for artists, watercolors, pastels, chalks, inks, pencils, acrylics, brushes

Techniques You Will Explore

Learn to use them individually or combined, in a classic or distorted way, with mixed techniques to enrich textures, effects, and personal expression.

✏️​ Black chalk, charcoal…
🎨 Acrylic
🎨​ Inks
✏️​ Soft or oil pastels
🎨 Watercolor
✏️ Graphite, pencil
🎨 And most original ones like: liquid charcoal, watercolor pebbles, spray paint…

Why This Method is Different

✨ Progress at your own pace, with pleasure and ease

✨ No heavy anatomy: the horse is approached with emotion and freedom

✨ Learn to represent the horse with correct forms, but always in service of expression

✨ Develop your artistic signature and style

✨ Integrated theory, delivered fluidly without heaviness

✨ Expressive approach: the horse becomes a mirror of your emotions

Not For You If…

❌ You are looking for a complete, detailed course in equine anatomy
❌ You want to draw or paint hyper-realistic horses
❌ You want only an academic or technical approach

Perfect For You If…

✅ You want to draw and paint horses with emotion and energy
✅ You want to experiment with different techniques and materials
✅ You want to develop your own artistic style
✅ You want to progress in a supportive, self-paced environment
✅ You want to be part of a community that shares, supports, and grows together

Module 1: Charcoal

Dive into the horse’s movement and life with charcoal.

Explore the masses, let your hand trace free lines, and feel the horse come alive under your gaze.
A first step to dare, let go, and experience the energy of the gesture, before seeking perfection.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need to know how to draw?

No — you don’t need any prior drawing experience.

I know this question can feel tricky. Many people believe they “can’t draw” because they imagine a perfectly executed result.

That’s not what we’re looking for here. This course is about exploration, presence, and expression. Motivation and curiosity are your main engines — if you have them, you’re in the right place.

Will I learn to draw the horse correctly?

Yes, you’ll receive guidance to build and balance the horse. But here, drawing serves emotion and expression, not hyper-realistic results.

What materials do I need to start?

A minimum set of basic materials, detailed module by module.

Can I follow at my own pace?

Yes! Watch the videos whenever you want and revisit them as often as needed.

Are the videos in French?

Yes. Videos are in French, with French and English subtitles for international members.

Ready to paint the horse with freedom and emotion?

By joining during the launch, you become part of the very first members of the workshop —
and enjoy a special welcome offer created for this opening phase.

1 month free
– Then €15 / month, locked in for you
– A calm, evolving space to draw, explore, and grow

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Monthly subscription
Cancel anytime.