Strike A Pose Original Art by Hayley Goodhead
Mixed Media
Framed 69cm x 84cm
This striking wildlife portrait showcases Goodhead's ability to blend photorealistic technique with contemporary style. The piece features a cheetah rendered in extraordinary detail against a dramatic black background, with subtle rainbow hints in the fur and bold graphic stripes framing the composition.
Goodhead's signature style is evident in her meticulous attention to detail and innovative color choices, incorporating unexpected hues into the cheetah's traditional spotted pattern. Her careful attention to the subject's intense gaze and proud posture creates a piece that perfectly embodies its title, capturing the natural elegance of this magnificent creature.
About The Artist
Hayley Goodhead, born in rural Staffordshire, has established herself as one of the UK's leading contemporary wildlife artists. Her artistic journey began in childhood and was formally cultivated at The University of Gloucestershire, where she graduated with a First Class BA Honours degree in Fine Art.
Her breakthrough came when a local gallery discovered her unique talent, leading to a career-defining sold-out exhibition that launched her into the forefront of the UK art scene. Goodhead's instantly recognizable style combines wildlife subjects with elements from contemporary culture, fashion, and popular media, creating a distinctive fusion that sets her work apart in the genre.
Her innovative approach involves rendering wildlife subjects in a realist style while incorporating modern cultural references, resulting in pieces that bridge the natural and contemporary worlds. Through numerous solo shows and exhibitions nationwide, Goodhead has built an impressive reputation that extends beyond British borders, earning international recognition for her singular artistic vision.
