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Jonny Atkinson

About Me

Since I was a young boy, pencil drawing has piqued my interest. I would consistently pick up the most recent football magazine or my favourite comic book on Saturdays and try to draw the players and super heroes I had just seen.

My enjoyment of the artistic creation process increased as the likeness of my boyhood heroes improved. I kept honing my love of art throughout high school and college, and in 2008 I received a Fine Art BA Honours from Kingston University.

I enjoy the simplicity of pencil art. Relying on the subjects’ fundamental tones and textures to capture a likeness and spirit.

My Love for Nature and Wildlife

I’ve always had a strong passion for nature and wildlife. In Britain, we are extremely fortunate to be able to open our windows and doors and be surrounded by a wide variety of different animals, birds, insects, and plants.

From strolls through the forest and along the coast to the ease of hearing a bird sing in the morning. I’ve discovered that nature can be a very effective tool for reducing daily stress.

I’ve recently started drawing wildlife in order to learn more about the magnificent creatures and natural world that share our planet with us. I want my work to promote mindfulness and remind us of how important our relationship to the planet is.

My Love of Portraiture

I think that any good portrait should capture a likeness of the subject, and while my work does have a touch of realism, I also want it to be as true to the medium of pencil as possible.

I want the viewer to notice the distinctive marks that can only be produced by graphite on paper. I want them to notice the smudges and marks that are left behind. I see this as a description of the process, while reassuring the viewer that it is a hand-drawn work of art and not an exact replica of a photograph.

My pencil portraits aim to convey a sense of warmth and joy, showcasing each subject’s unique personality to its fullest.

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Drawn Portraits from Photos

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Pencil Pet Portraits

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    Past Exhibitions

    Derwent Art Prize 2020 Shortlisted for my work ‘Elvis’. Amongst 70 final pieces from over 4,500 submissions. 9th April 2020 (virtual gallery)
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