Wildlife Artist
Original Wildlife Paintings for Sale
Discover original wildlife art by award-winning East Devon artist Martin Hyde. Working in soft pastel and pastel pencil, I create highly detailed, realistic paintings that capture the character, presence and individuality of wildlife with a particular passion for big cats, birds and the natural world.
Each original is individually hand painted and professionally framed with museum-grade AR70 art glass, offering excellent clarity, anti-reflective properties and UV protection.
Every painting is a unique original, created with meticulous attention to detail and available to purchase until sold.
"Silent Devotion"
This original wildlife pastel painting captures two swans together in the soft, atmospheric light of a misty morning. Their quiet interaction and elegant forms create a sense of intimacy and tranquility, bringing the beauty of the natural world into your home.
Created in soft pastel and pastel pencil with meticulous attention to detail, this unique original received the Best Animal award in The Sidmouth Society annual art exhibition 2026.
The painting is professionally framed in a light grey frame with a double mount and museum-grade AR70 art glass.
Painting framed on wall is for illustration purposes.
52 x 44 cm
framed size
£775.00
"The Watcher"
This original pastel painting was inspired by a photo by Helen Black of this beautiful black leopard. Her name is Danielle affectionally known as Lela by her keepers in Hammerton Zoo.
I felt i had to create this painting after seeing the image that shows off the power, presence and grace of this large cat emerging from the darkness. Some viewers have described her as scary with those piercing eyes staring at you. What do you think?
The original is professionally framed in black with a black mount and museum grade art glass AR70
Painting framed on wall is for illustration purposes.
55 x 49 cm Framed size
£575
"Mothers Love"
This original pastel painting captures a tender moment between a mother fox and her cub. The cub looks up towards its mother, creating an intimate composition that celebrates the bond between them. Delicate details in their fur and whiskers bring the subject to life against the soft neutral background.
Created over more than 30 hours this painting reflects Martin Hyde's early exploration of detailed wildlife art and has been retained in his private collection until now.
The original is presented in a light grey frame with a double mount and acrylic glazing.
Painting framed on wall is for illustration purposes.
60 x 44 cm Framed size
£350.00
"Just Chillin"
This original wildlife painting captures the laid back character of a tree frog, seemingly taking life at its own pace. its relaxed pose and distinctive feature give the painting a wonderful sense of personality, inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate one of nature's more fascinating little characters.
Created in soft pastel and pastel pencil, the painting has been carefully developed with close attention to detail, bringing out the frog's individual character and natural beauty.
A unique original artwork for anyone who appreciates wildlife and enjoys something a little different.
Professionally framed in black with a black mount and museum grade art glass AR70
Painting framed on wall is for illustration purposes.
47 x 37 cm
framed size
£295.00
"Silent Stare"
This original wildlife painting captures the striking presence of a barn owl, with its distinctive facial features and captivating gaze. There is something quietly compelling about this beautiful bird, and the painting aims to convey that sense of stillness and character.
Created in soft pastel and pastel pencil with careful attention to detail, the work brings out the subtle textures and features of the owl, set against a dark background that allows the subject to stand out.
This original is professionally framed in a striking black frame with black mount and museum grade art glass AR70.
Painting framed on wall is for illustration purposes.
51 x 40 cm
framed size
£575.00
"Blue Silence"
This original wildlife painting depicts a green turtle gliding peacefully through the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. Its graceful movement and calm presence captures a beautiful moment beneath the surface, inviting the viewer into the quiet, fascinating world of marine life.
Created by over 40 hours of painting in soft pastel and pastel pencil, the painting has been developed with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the character of the turtle and the atmosphere of its underwater environment.
This original is framed in light grey with double mount and museum grade art glass AR70.
Painting framed on wall is for illustration purposes.
84 x 47 cm
framed size
£875.00
"Silent Witness"
This original Lynx Eye study in pastel is stunning as it stares at you from its frame showing its mesmerising gaze.
The painting comes professionally framed and mounted in a dark brown frame to compliment the animals colours, it is fitted with museum grade Art Glass
Painting framed on wall is for illustration purposes.
