There are many great artists around the world but it takes a special talent to capture people as realistically as Mayor Olajide does. The Nigerian artist is known for creating hyperrealistic 2/3-dimensional drawings using charcoal pencils.

My name is Gabriela Niko. I am a freelance illustrator and sketchbook artist, based in Poland. The main topic of my work is people - their beauty and the subtle emotions expressed in their faces. I create both traditionally and digitally, but the sketchbook is my favorite and most important tool for everyday studies, development, and experiments with art. This is where I can explore different mediums and styles in a quick, fresh, and playful way.

Drawing body poses step by step can be a challenging task for many artists, especially those who are just starting out. However, with practice and understanding

Limited edition (30) print of drawing using pastel, pen and charcoal. It's a drawing of an apple core! A5 size. High quality print on 200-250gsm paper.

Pencil Study 2011