“In the Light” Series of Hyperrealistic Drawings
Contemporary wildlife art exploring the interplay of light and shadow
The ‘In the Light‘ collection explores the emergence of form through contrast. In this series, each subject is sculpted by light, emerging from the darkness to reveal its silent presence and dignity.
The depth of graphite and carbon
By working with radical contrasts, I seek to give the animal a three-dimensional quality. This interplay of light and shadow does more than simply represent the living; it brings it to life on the page.
- A magnetic presence: The surrounding darkness focuses the gaze on the essential, creating an intimate encounter between the viewer and the animal.
- Precision of detail: The interplay of light and shadow highlights every texture—the velvety softness of a coat, the sparkle in an eye, or the delicacy of a feather—with rare emotional intensity.
It is a celebration of the moment when the animal steps out of the shadows to reveal itself to our gaze, capturing a breath of life suspended in pure light.
Exchange of glance
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
40 x 60 cm
2026
Based on a reference photo from Rob Tol
Serenity
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
60 x 40 cm
2023
Based on a reference photo from Eric Kilby
Breathe
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
60 x 40 cm
2020
ADOPTED
Based on a reference photo from Samir El Ghoula
Pensive Majesty
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
60 x 40 cm
2020
Based on a reference photo from Eric Kilby
Human
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 40 cm
2022
Based on a reference photo from Ryan Summers
Reverence
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
40 x 50 cm
2022
Based on a reference photo from Francesco Ungaro
Eyes of the Soul
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
40 x 50 cm
2022
ADOPTED
Based on a reference photo from Natasa Stuper
Silent Reflections
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 70 cm
2024
Based on a reference photo from Koji Ishii
Eyes of Wisdom
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 40 cm
2024
Based on a reference photo from Rob Potter
Pensive
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
70 x 50 cm
2021
ADOPTED
Based on a reference photo from Cloudtail
Guardian of the Past
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 40 cm
2024
Based on a reference photo from Emmanuel Keller
Lion King
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
90 x 60 cm
2021
Based on a reference photo from Charmaine Joubert
Noble Desires
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 40 cm
2024
ADOPTED
Based on a reference photo from Emmanuel Keller
Royal Gaze
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 70 cm
2025
Based on a reference photo from Andrew Liu
Dignified
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 70 cm
2020
ADOPTED
Based on a reference photo from Jin Kemoole
Spirit of the Peaks
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
40 x 60 cm
2025
Based on a reference photo from Emmanuel Keller
In the Shadows
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
60 x 40 cm
2021
ADOPTED
Based on a reference photo from Cloudtail
Precious
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
70 x 50 cm
2020
ADOPTED
Based on a reference photo from Rob Bixby
The Lookout
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
50 x 40 cm
2022
Based on a reference photo from Dustin Humes
Immersion
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
60 x 40 cm
2026
Based on a reference photo from Mana
Alpine Elegance
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
70 x 50 cm
2024
Based on a reference photo from Thomas Jarrand
Murmurings of the Ocean
Graphite and carbon pencils on watercolor paper
60 x 40 cm
2024
Based on a reference photo from Chinh Le Duc
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Each piece in this series is a unique, original work, created entirely by hand and signed. It comes with a certificate of authenticity, guaranteeing its origin and value within my artistic valuation.
Owning a drawing from this collection means adding an exclusive piece to your home that will never be reproduced exactly the same way.
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