Helen Dean

My pen-and-ink drawings seek to capture the detail, structure and character of natural forms, with a particular focus on folds and creases, fur and texture.
My interest in drawing animals began after a trip to Morocco and some close encounters with camels — so majestic and proud, with their beautiful eyes and wonderfully snooty faces! Other animals encountered during a trip to Nepal have also become a source of fond memories and inspiration, allowing me to revisit and recollect the places and experiences that made such an impression on me.