This morning, I finished the first Giraffe of my Giraffe commission, and made a start on the bottom left Giraffe. Their faces are so full of character and I love creating the contouring. Graphite pencil on A3 extra smooth bristol paper. #art #artist #pencildrawing #wildlife #AnimalArt #giraffe

I thought I'd show you the whole drawing composition, so you can get a sense of scale. I should be able to start the second Giraffe in the bottom left corner next week. Graphite pencil on A3 extra smooth bristol paper. #art #artist #pencildrawing #wildlife #animalart #giraffe #weekend

This little Otter, which I've called Star Gazer, was requested by the UK Wild Otter Trust for their November online auction fundraiser. Graphite pencil on A5 extra smooth bristol paper. #art #artist #pencildrawing #wildlife #otter #charityevent #animalart #pencilart

I was so sorry to hear the sad news of the passing of Jane Goodall at age 91, yesterday. Jane was considered the world's foremost expert on chimpanzees, having studied the social and family interactions of wild chimpanzees for over 60 years.

This early drawing of Mia looking out the window was one of my first cat drawings. It went on to win Highly Commended in the SAA Beginner Artist of the Year 2023. It will be part of the Louth Art Show in October 2025. #art #artist #pencildrawing #cats

'Night Guardian' is now finished. Graphite pencil on 8 x 5.5 inch extra smooth bristol board. Photo reference Les Liddle. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait #lions

"Watching, Waiting" is now finished. This little Macaque will be my submission for the Explorers Against Extinction's Sketch for Survival 2025. Graphite pencil on A4 extra smooth bristol board. Reference Susan Roghair. #art #artist #pencilart #pencildrawing #drawing #wipart #wildlife #portrait

Today, the longest day, 21st June, is World Giraffe Day. Longest neck, longest day celebration This drawing of a Giraffe has been donated to the Association of Animal Artists charity auction, helping to raise funds for the Wild Welfare Carity. #giraffe #giraffeconservation #WorldGiraffeDay

The sunlit trees in the background of this Long Tailed Macaque is finished. Tomorrow, I'll make a start on him proper, what I call stage-2. Graphite pencil on A4 extra smooth bristol board. Reference photo Susan Roghair. #art #artist #pencilart #pencildrawing #drawing #wipart #wildlife #portrait

When finished, this Lioness will be donated to the Association of Animal Artists' Charity Auction in August. Graphite pencil on 8 x 5.5 inch extra smooth bristol board. Photo reference Les Liddle. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait #lions

As I edge closer to finishing the background, it reminds me how Macaques have been described as a species on the edge. Not only living on the edge of forests, rivers, seas, and at the edge of human settlements, but, perhaps on the edge of rapid extinction. #art #artist #pencilart #pencildrawing

'Pucker Up' my little Giraffe drawing for an August charity auction is finished. Graphite pencil on 5.5 x 8 inch extra smooth bristol paper. Photo reference Dave Scanlon. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #wipart #portrait #giraffe #giraffelove #giraffeart

This is 'Joy & Regret'. It is the depiction of two opposing emotions coexisting together, the Joy of life with the Regret of captivity. Graphite pencil on A4 extra smooth bristol board. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait #chimpanzee #AOTY

Hope you all had a great weekend. My Chimpanzee artwork 'Joy & Regret' is almost finished. One more day. Graphite pencil on A4 extra smooth bristol paper. Photo reference Andrea Neuhaus #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait #chimpanzee

Got a bit more done today. Tomorrow I'll be starting the muzzle. Work in Progress. Graphite pencil on A4 extra smooth bristol paper. Photo reference Andrea Neuhaus #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait #chimpanzee

A quick progress update on the Chimpanzee, 'Joy & Regret', which, represents the coexistence of two opposite feelings, Joy & Regret. In this case, the Joy of life and the Regret of captivity. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait #chimpanzee

It's been three years since I picked up a pencil and started drawing. I don't get to post cat portraits very often, so I thought I'd celebrate with the four cats I've had the honour of drawing over that time. Have a wonderful Bank holiday Monday. #art #artist #pencildrawing #realism #pencilart #cat

I just found out (from a fellow artist) that, 'Distant Shores' has won Best in Show in the Camelback Gallery 'Artists Invitational 11 Art Awards'. Graphite pencil on A3 extra smooth bristol paper. Reference photo Zukiman Mohamad. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #seascape

After working in the garden today, I made a start on the Chimp. I always start with the darkest darks, so, first finger done! Graphite pencil on A4 extra smooth bristol paper. Photo reference Andi Neuhaus #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait

Hope you're having a great Bank Holiday. Love seeing and being sent photos & videos of my protraits being gifted. This is the family portrait of Great Grandma and her Great Grandsons being gifted to the boys Grandma. #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #art #artist #portrait #localbusiness

Made great progress on starting this Chimpanzee wildlife portrait today, outline, and background done. Graphite pencil on A4 extra smooth bristol paper. Photo reference Andi Neuhaus #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wildlife #localbusiness #wipart #portrait

You're probably asking, John, what did you do for World Art Day? Well, I finally finished the family portrait commission. Graphite pencil on 24 x 16.5 inch smooth bristol paper. Reference photos client. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #portrait #portraiture #WorldArtDay

Today, 11 April 2025, is International Pet Day. To celebrate, here's a small selection of my recent pet portrait commissions. #art #artist #pencildrawing #portrait #internationalpetday

Getting close to finishing this wonderful family portrait. I'll spend the next few days on Great Grandma's blouse before finishing her hair and some areas I'm still not happy with. Graphite pencil on 24 x 16.5 inch smooth bristol board. #art #artist #pencildrawing #realism #wip #portrait

Did you know that today, 8 April 2025, is "Draw a Bird Day". To celebrate the joy of art and the beauty of nature, people across the globe are encouraged to draw a picture of a bird. If you have drawn a bird, why not celebrate with me by sharing your drawing on social media. #drawabirdday #art

Hope it's not an April fool 😉 l received an email this morning from Art & Color 365 magazine informing me that one of my three submissions, Izzy, Joey & Highland Majesty, has been shortlisted for their 2025 Pets Art Competition. 😁 #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #petportrait

This week's #ThrowbackThursday, 'White Swan', is a piece that sold at last year's Association of Animal Artists online charity auction. Graphite pencil on 6 x 4 inch extra smooth bristol paper. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #graphitedrawing #portraiture #realism #wildlife #wildlifeart

Well, these two best buddies are finished. So, before I make a start on the third and final portrait of Great Grandma, I'm off for a long weekend break away. Hope you all have something great planned for the weekend. Graphite pencil on A3 extra smooth bristol paper. #art #pencildrawing #realism

I reckon one more day working on the two brothers, then I can make a start on their Great Grandma. This is a special commission for the client as her Grandma passed away last year. Work in Progress. Graphite pencil on A3 smooth bristol paper. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wip

I had another productive day with the boys today. So, I'm on course to have the eldest brother finished by Friday. #art #artist #pencildrawing #pencilart #realism #wip #portrait #portraiture