This original water coloured pencil drawing beautifully captures an intimate and endearing moment between two wood mice perched on a slender branch, sharing a ripe blackberry. The mice are meticulously detailed, their soft fur rendered in rich layers of brown, gray, and cream, with delicate shading that brings out the texture and warmth of their coats. Their small, expressive eyes and twitching noses convey a sense of curiosity and tenderness as they nudge the blackberry between them, their tiny paws gently grasping it. The contrasting dark purple and black of the blackberry, rendered with intricate pencil strokes, draws attention to the shared treat and the mice's delicate interaction.
The branch they sit on is subtly detailed, with light pencil strokes suggesting its bark and texture, while the absence of a background places all the emphasis on the mice and their quiet moment. The lack of distractions from a detailed setting allows the focus to remain on the affectionate connection between the two creatures. The use of water coloured pencil enhances the piece with depth and realism, from the fine lines of the mice's fur to the softness of the surrounding space. This charming drawing captures the beauty and tenderness of a simple woodland scene, offering a glimpse into the serene world of these small creatures.
This is an A3 original. You also have the option of purchasing it framed with a mount in an A2 frame.