Still life

This series of works titled ‘Still Life’ consists of several large-scale drawings created using conté crayon and ink, they were drawn using a negative format, by building layers of dense black conté, the form and shape of the insects are revealed, the white highlights of light are untouched areas of white paper, no white was added to these works

These images in which dead insects are dramatically lit, aim to create a sense of empathy, drama and appreciation.

Areas of detail juxtaposed/ contrasted with areas of quiet space, where fragility and absence coexist.

The finger marks seen within the conté crayon echoed mankind’s mark being left on nature.