Drawing on paper

Signed on the front.

Original drawing on ARCHES WC 640GSM ROUGH PAPER- not framed

In the original drawing titled 'Toro', I aimed to encapsulate a dramatic juncture of nature's clash, vividly portraying the formidable presence of a bull juxtaposed against the imminent threat of a wasp. This scene unfolds against an expanse of pristine white, drawing attention solely to the dynamic interaction at play. The bull takes center stage, its profile meticulously etched to emphasize the commanding curvature of its horns and the robust curve of its hump. Every stroke is intended to capture the raw essence of its power and vitality.

Contrasting this sheer force, a wasp emerges, wings unfurled as it hurtles towards the bull's face, poised to deliver a critical strike. This pivotal moment of impending action is rendered in a monochromatic palette of black and white, harnessing the chiaroscuro technique of hatching and cross-hatching to breathe life into the scene. Shadows deepen and contours form through the careful interplay of these lines, instilling a tactile depth to the bull and the wasp. 'Toro' serves as a testament to the arresting interplay of opposing forces, underscored by the precision of pen and ink, inviting viewers to contemplate the fragile balance between dominance and vulnerability that pervades the natural world.