Isla by Katie Hargreaves

Medium

Charcoal

Dimensions

H53.5cm x W39cm x D2cm

Dimensions With Frame

H75cm x W59cm x D2cm

Description

Charcoal rendering of a highland cow calf looking out toward the viewer.

Notes

A minimal piece, 'Isla' captures the focused yet innocent appearance of a highland cow calf. The majesty of a highland cow's hair is particularly hard to capture in its unkempt nature and unpredictable directionality, but Hargreaves has captured it with skill and precision unexpected in charcoal. The eyes are poignant in this piece; there is a careful glimmer within each of them and a calm focus directed at the viewer which reflects the nature of a cow, capturing the essence of a species. Finished against a plain backdrop, this piece encourages the viewer to focus on the creature, and almost return the stare, as through nothing else exists between or beyond 'Isla.'

About Katie Hargreaves

Katie Hargreaves is a British wildlife artist whose distinctive charcoal drawings are inspired by time spent in the field. Since founding her business in 2016, she has become known for creating striking monochrome wildlife artwork that blends a contemporary aesthetic with a deep appreciation for the natural world.

Working from her own photography wherever possible, Katie spends much of her time deer stalking, photographing shoot days and observing wildlife across the UK and abroad. These experiences inform each piece, creating original artworks that celebrate not only the animal itself, but the story behind it.

Katie's work is held in private collections worldwide and continues to evolve through new bodies of work inspired by wildlife, conservation and the sporting landscape.Browse all our Katie Hargreaves pieces.