Together In Waiting Original Art by Clare Parkes

Mixed Media
Framed 64cm x 64cm
 
This striking pastel pencil drawing showcases Parkes' exceptional ability to capture intimate wildlife moments. The piece features two zebras in close proximity, their distinctive stripes creating a mesmerizing pattern against a warm neutral background, rendered with remarkable attention to detail and texture.
 
Parkes' distinctive style is evident in her meticulous layering technique and masterful handling of light and shadow. Her careful attention to the subtle expressions and the interplay between the subjects creates a piece that perfectly embodies its title, celebrating the quiet bonds between these magnificent creatures.
 
About The Artist
Clare Parkes is a contemporary wildlife artist whose journey began with childhood sketches of Disney characters and evolved through formal fine art education into a distinctive style of hyper-realistic pastel pencil drawings. Though her early career focused on large-scale oil paintings, it was during her maternity leave in 2018 that she discovered her true artistic calling in detailed wildlife portraiture.
 
Working with pastel pencils, Parkes creates intimate portraits of wildlife that serve as both artistic achievements and meditative practice. Her technique involves building layers of intricate detail to capture the subtle textures, patterns, and essence of each animal subject.
 
Parkes' work aims to forge emotional connections between viewers and wildlife, offering close encounters with creatures that might otherwise remain distant. Through her meticulous attention to detail and masterful handling of her medium, she celebrates the diversity of the natural world, bringing to life the unique characteristics that make each animal extraordinary.