Learn to draw horses that feel alive — not just correct
Through movement, presence, and a more intuitive way of seeing and drawing
So your horses no longer feel rigid… but alive.
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A monthly evolving course
✔️ New module each month ✔️ Access all modules
Watch how the course works and what you’ll experience inside
This is not a traditional drawing course.
You won’t learn to copy better — you’ll learn to see and interpret the horse differently.
“It’s given me confidence, new friends, and permission to finally do something just for me.”
— Elaine, 58
Maybe you feel that something is missing in your drawings… Even when you try, something stays rigid. Disconnected.
Every stroke becomes your language.
Every gesture, a discovery of your style.
This is not about perfection. It’s about feeling something real while you draw.
If this resonates with you, this course was created for you.
You will start to see the horse differently — beyond surface and details
Your lines will become more alive — and less forced
You will move from copying… to interpreting
You will feel more connected to what you draw
You won’t just improve your drawings.
You’ll start to recognize when a drawing truly feels alive.
Real experiences from students
"I started drawing the horse after watching your first exercise and realised what a difference it makes if you start with the shoulder and mid section rather than the head. The horse came together as a whole more easily and in proportion.
Trying acrylic ink was a change for me and I love it! I was surprised by the results. My horses seem to come alive.
I would recommend the course to anyone who wants to create horses with a sense of movement in them. I think that your approach and the materials you use do this really well."
“This course has changed so much for me. It’s given me confidence, I’ve made new friends and it’s even given me permission to do something just for me for a change. […]
I’m now 58, and felt there was no real point starting art now. But now I’m so pleased I’ve started this journey. It’s made me feel I can do this, and it’s so enjoyable. […]
Your teaching, encouragement and welcoming approach has made me realise that I can do this […] and improve my mental health. […]
My art has improved loads already and we are only 4 months in.”
"I am loving this course! I'm learning a completely new approach to drawing horses, something I have always struggled with. I never seem to be able to capture them even though I've had horses all my life and still do. You've introduced me to a very fun way of drawing that eliminates the pressure I've always felt. And I'm listening to French lessons while I do chores:) also very fun. I'm so happy to be learning from you! Thank you for this course!! "
"I like the outline using the brush with light colour paint, to get the proportions correct.
It builds my confidence, to relax and draw.
The exercises are good. I would like more, I am going to use shared space to get some direct feedback .
Yes I would recommend the course, I do like loose painting."
"I am thoroughly enjoying Bénédicte Gelé’s course.
The course material and exercises have been gently challenging and thought provoking, but very approachable. There’s absolutely no pressure and this has helped me to put aside my fears and I feel happy just jumping in and giving things a go.
It is a real privilege to be able to watch the demonstrations of techniques and hear the detailed explanations.
Bénédicte is very supportive as well as truly knowledgeable and generous with her insights and encouragement. I really feel nurtured as an aspiring equestrian artist.
Our online course chat group is kind and friendly and supportive and it’s great to be able to talk horsey art with other like-minded people and to see how they’re getting on with their work. It’s lovely to have this shared experience.
If you admire Bénédicte Gelé’s work and dream of producing anything remotely as wonderful, or even just want to get a privileged insight into her magical processes, then I absolutely recommend joining the course!"
"I was struggling with my first large expressive equine piece, trying to bring a small study to life. I loved a lot about it, but something was not quite right. Benedicte's feedback was carefully thought out and approached from different levels of line, colour, and expression, and how I could add/enhance without changing the overall ethos.
My big aha was that sometimes we get attached to those little studies, but they don't always translate to a large format and we have to approach differently.
She provided multiple options to choose from so I could integrate what felt right for me.
Her in-depth response was so beyond my expectation, given in a pdf is something I can return to again for the future.
She is a caring compassionate teacher and generously shares her high-level knowledge and gifting.
It is getting feedback from a master artist that cares - a big WoW."
"Le cours en ligne « Expressive Horse Art » de Bénédicte Gelé est un cours où je peux prendre mon temps dans une communauté bienveillante, explorer ma relation au cheval et découvrir cette spontanéité et cette fraîcheur dans mon art que je poursuivais depuis des années. Je recommande vivement ce cours !"
"I’ve been following Benedicte for years and jumped at the chance to learn more expressive mark-making from her. She teaches abstraction while still maintaining the feeling and shape of a horse."
"Expressive Horse Art » is a very relaxing and laidback online course, which is a peace haven in my stressful life. Benedicte Gelé’s lessons help me in a very gentle way to relax and find ways of expressing my art more freely and in the fresher way I have been looking for. I highly recommend taking this course!"
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.
If you are looking for a rigid, academic method… this will likely frustrate you.
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.
You can join at any time — and grow with the course as new modules are added.
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 about consuming content. It’s about building a real artistic practice over time.
Monthly subscription
Try the course for 7 days
Cancel anytime
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💡 A new expressive horse module released every month.
Follow the monthly rhythm or explore past lessons at your own pace.
Everything is designed to help you practice consistently and evolve naturally.
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.
One or two additional videos will be added during the month — short demonstrations or inspirations to keep you progressing with pleasure and curiosity.
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.
Instant access to all previous lessons, so you can learn and revisit each module at your own pace.
Share your progress, ask questions, and connect with other passionate artists on our dedicated Discord space. You’re not alone on this journey!
When you're ready to go deeper,
you can receive personal feedback on your drawings — to refine your eye, your gesture, and your artistic voice.
Limited spots each month
These are tools — not rules.
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…
You are not learning to reproduce.
You are learning to express.
✨ 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
❌ 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
✅ 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 feel something while you draw — not just get it right
✅ 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
Start with what is available now — and continue growing each month.
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.
Yes — this course is not about level, but about perception and practice.
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.
Yes, you’ll receive guidance to build and balance the horse. But here, drawing serves emotion and expression, not hyper-realistic results.
A minimum set of basic materials, detailed module by module.
Yes! Watch the videos whenever you want and revisit them as often as needed.
Yes 😊
The original videos are in French and include both French and English subtitles.
AI-generated English dubbed versions are also progressively being added to the main demo lessons to make the course even more comfortable for international students.
“Being a carer can be very lonely, but I’ve found doing art relaxes me and I go into a little world that is all mine. And I’m happy there.
This course has given me confidence, helped me make new friends, and made me realise that even at 58, I can do this.
My art has improved loads already — and we are only 4 months in.”
— Elaine
This is not about doing more. It’s about drawing differently
with more presence, more freedom, and more truth in your lines.
– Try the course for 7 days
– Then €15 / month, cancel anytime
– A calm, evolving space to draw, explore, and grow
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