Shawn Edwards- Circle of Life

he central element is a screaming face, expelling a raven into the air - an image both startling and captivating. Encircling this dramatic scene is the Uroboros snake, forever consuming its own tail, a powerful symbol of eternity and the cyclical nature of life. Edwards' painstakingly detailed style lends a sense of tangible reality to these fantastical elements, creating a potent visual narrative that resonates with depth and introspection.
Artist: 
Shawn Edwards
Year: 
2023

In "Circle of Life," Shawn Edwards presents a mesmerizing graphite on paper drawing that captures the viewer's eye with its intricate details. The central element is a screaming face, expelling a raven into the air - an image both startling and captivating. Encircling this dramatic scene is the Uroboros snake, forever consuming its own tail, a powerful symbol of eternity and the cyclical nature of life. Edwards' painstakingly detailed style lends a sense of tangible reality to these fantastical elements, creating a potent visual narrative that resonates with depth and introspection.

Graphite on acid-free illustration board

Dimensions: 20" x 23" (50.80 x 58.42 cm)