Hand‑Painted 1/9‑Scale Model Horse — Realistic Pinto Coat
Created in my Gold Coast studio for a collector who wanted their sculpt to feel truly alive. Starting from a plain grey plastic body, every marking was mapped and layered so the pose reads as a living, grazing horse—finished for outdoor photo sessions.

About this custom model‑horse repaint
The brief was a natural, sun‑warmed pinto with believable skin, soft transitions in the white, and crisp, hand‑placed markings. I built the coat with ultra‑thin brush layers, then refined muzzle shading, hooves, eyes, and braided mane hair‑by‑hair. The final sheen is natural—not plastic—so the figure photographs beautifully in grass.

Materials & care
Professional plastic/resin primer + archival artist pigments (hand‑painted layers; no airbrush)
Handle with clean, dry hands; avoid prolonged sun/rain and abrasive wiping
Australia’s Lifetime Repair Warranty
Secure, tracked return shipping Australia‑wide from the Gold Coast, QLD

Commission your own model horse
I repaint client‑supplied plastic or resin sculpts (Breyer, traditional 1/9 and other scales) in realistic coats: bay, chestnut, dapple grey, pinto, appaloosa and more. Perfect for serious collectors who want their favourite sculpt to look camera‑ready.

How it works
Send clear photos of your unpainted model and the coat you’re dreaming of (front/left/right/back/top).
We agree on the finish and timeline together.
A deposit secures your place in my studio calendar.
Ship your model to my Gold Coast studio (include a prepaid return satchel if you prefer).
I hand‑paint the piece, share progress and return it to you—ready to photograph and enjoy.
Typical timeframe: ~4–6 weeks once the model arrives (season and complexity dependent).

FAQs
Can it be photographed outdoors?
Yes! For longevity, keep outdoor sessions short and dry the model after use.
Do you work on resin as well as plastic?
Absolutely. I repaint both plastic and resin sculpts; we’ll choose the right prep and primers for your piece.
Will you match a specific horse or reference?
Yes. Provide reference photos and I’ll map markings, soft anatomy shading, and coat character to feel true to your vision.
Where are you based? Do you ship?
My studio is on the Gold Coast, Queensland. You post your model to me; I return it safely Australia‑wide with tracked shipping.
 
Ready to begin?
Send your photos and ideas, and we’ll plan your custom hand‑painted model horse together.