Equine and Pet Portrait artist Misty Lynn Auld sees the special beauty arising from the wild streak in every animal. Using various media, she strives to bring out that spirit in each creature she portrays, whether it be a family pet, a prized stallion or a deep forest dweller. In detailed realism, she captures each animal’s unique spirit and charisma. She aims to draw the viewer into the mind of the animal. For them to see and experience what the animal is experiencing. Even if it only lasts an instant...

Misty’s inspiration stems from scenes she finds at the local horse shows, farms, zoos and everyday environments around her home. Her own family, Collie, Pyrenees, and cats have also served as muses for her work.

Misty has participated in the Ohio State Fair’s Fine Art Show, group shows at local venues, and in 2002, Misty painted a maquette for The Trail of Painted Ponies project based in New Mexico. She is a devoted member of The Equine Art Guild, Realistic Equine Sculpture Society and The League of Animal Artists. Her work hangs in private collections across the country. Her hope is for commission clients and collectors of her originals to absorb themselves in the beauty of the untamed spirits she releases with each new work.