Amber Martin - Artist

14/06/2026

Shulbaan Al Badi
Oil on Linen
by Amber Martin - Artist

There are some horses that stop you in your tracks, and Shulbaan Al Badi was one of them. The moment I saw Trent Marshall’s photograph, I was captivated by the stallion’s elegance, presence, and unmistakable Arabian character.
His refined features, expressive eyes, and proud bearing embody the beauty that has made the Arabian horse one of the most admired breeds in the world.

Bred and owned by David Marshall of Holly Farm Stud in New Zealand, Shulbaan Al Badi is presented here wearing a magnificent traditional Arabian bridle, lovingly handcrafted by David’s mother.
Rich with colour, tassels, and cultural significance, the bridle celebrates the long history and heritage of the Arabian horse while adding a sense of ceremony and pride to the portrait.

For me, this painting is also deeply personal. My fascination with horses began as a child, when I filled school workbooks with horse sketches instead of paying attention to what I was meant to be doing. Those early drawings started as simple stick figures, but as I grew older, so did my understanding of form, movement, and character.
Horses became both my greatest artistic challenge and my greatest inspiration.

Painted in oils on linen, this work reflects a lifelong journey of observing and learning from these remarkable animals. More than a portrait, it is a celebration of beauty, heritage, craftsmanship, and the enduring connection between horse and artist. Through Shulbaan Al Badi, I hope to convey not only the physical elegance of the Arabian horse, but also the sense of wonder that first inspired me to pick up a pencil as a child and which continues to inspire me today. 🐎✨

26/04/2026

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25/04/2026

"HEALING HANDS "
Oil on stretched DPCU.

This painting was one of two artworks I did, that were part of the SASR "Out of the Shadows "Art and Artefacts exhibition held at the Western Australian Museum of Art in 2014.

Australian Army
Australian Special Forces Alliance

25/04/2026

SLOW IS THE SUN
By Veteran, Angus Green
41RNSWR (DCOY)
RAInf.

The lonely bugle joins the sun as golden light appears..

A huddled crowd turns east to watch
the proud men, fighting tears..

As morning light cuts through the chill
the bugle plays the sound..

Our flag descends
with gentle hands-
Pausing half-way from the ground.

Each veteran feels the tremble
of the spirit of that day
When our boys charged in for glory
on the sands of Suvla Bay.

We honour not just Anzacs, we are reminded of the rest
Who throughout the flames of history
Gave and gave their very best.

The world right now is moving at a pace too hard to match

Hence why it’s so important
to mark your time and slow to catch;
A light of nations memory, shadows cast so long they’ll stay

Forever in the dawn’s first light
on this; our sacred Anzac Day.

24/04/2026

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
LEST WE FORGET ⚘️

24/04/2026

"MARK DONALDSON VC"
Oil on canvas
* Private art collection of the Australian SASR.

This portrait of Mark Donaldson VC I did, was never about rank, medals, or citation—it was about the man behind them.
I’m drawn to stories that live beneath the surface, and in Mark’s case, it’s not just the moment of bravery that defines him, but the quiet weight that comes with it. His actions in Afghanistan—placing himself in harm’s way to protect others and bring someone home—speak to something deeply human: instinct, loyalty, and an unwavering sense of responsibility.
As someone who has long been connected to the Australian Army, I find myself continually returning to these stories—not to glorify war, but to honour the individuals within it. There’s a humility in Mark’s presence that I wanted to capture. Not a hero in the cinematic sense, but a man who simply did what needed to be done.
The inclusion of the military working dog alongside him, is deliberate. It reflects partnership, trust, and the unspoken bond that exists in these environments—something that often goes unseen but is just as vital.
This painting is about courage, yes—but more than that, it’s about character. It’s about the kind of strength that doesn’t ask to be recognised, yet leaves a lasting imprint.
Australian Army

24/04/2026

Well done, thank you!! 💜👏👏

Hancock Prospecting boss Gina Rinehart has pledged $200 million to help tackle veteran homelessness in Australia.

24/04/2026

"FOR MY COUNTRY"
Oil on canvas

24/04/2026

Reminiscing past achievements and successes!

23/04/2026

"SAPPER"
Acrylic on canvas,
The first painting which started my career as a War Artist. After winning a competition on the Australian Army page, I was asked by their admin, to send in images of my art for others to view. In 2010, "Sapper" was shared and within a few hours, I was contacted by the Commanding Officer of the 2nd Combat Engineer Regiment and offered a job to record on canvas, service life of Sappers on deployment (in Afghanistan) and at home, on base.