An artist who sells her work through a Nantwich gallery, has been commissioned to create a sculpture for the Queen.
Amanda Hughes-lubeck makes artwork for Bailey Fine Art in Nantwich.
Now she is creating a bronze sculpture of The Queen’s fell pony Carltonlima Emma.
The piece was presented to Her Majesty The Queen in a special ceremony to commemorate her 90th birthday.
In the recent birthday celebrations at Windsor Castle, The Queen’s beloved pony, Emma, a black fell mare, was secretly transported to Windsor to take part in the parade.
Amanda said: “As an artist it is a very great honour to be asked to create a piece of art to commemorate such a significant landmark in our Monarch’s life.
“I have had the added privilege of working on a sculpture that will be so close to Her Majesty’s heart – a likeness of her own pony, Emma.”
The presentation of the sculpture took place at St James Palace.
Amanda and her daughter, Alexandra were joined by a number of distinguished guests, including The Queen’s Lord Lieutenants.
Amanda was introduced to The Queen and Prince Phillip.
“The Queen shook my hand and went on to say she had been riding Emma only yesterday.
“It was such a wonderful experience to meet her, she was so very gracious.
“I feel quite overwhelmed but very proud.”
With 26 years experience, Amanda is one of the UK’s leading equine and animal sculptors.
Her equine sculptures aim to capture the strength and beauty of the animal.
Amanda added: “I am passionate about animals and art.
“The horse is such a beautiful and majestic animal, which has been devoted to helping the human race for many centuries.
“It has qualities which are unrivalled in the animal world, and I am very fortunate to have been blessed with the ability to capture this magnificent animal in works of art.”
Amanda’s career began when she studied at the Sir Henry Doulton School of Sculpture in her home town of Stoke-on-Trent.
She created many of the original prototype sculptures for Royal Doulton, Royal Worcester, Royal Crown Derby, Wedgwood and Beswick.
She has exhibited her work with David Shepherd at The Mall Galleries and at the Animal Art Fair on London’s South Bank.
As well as equine sculptures, Amanda also creates wildlife sculptures with a contemporary edge.
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