Leshi, large original abstract art, charcoal and pastel drawing on tan colored paper

58 inch. Wx 42 inch. H, charcoal and pastel on natural/tan toned paper.

This drawing is from a number of years ago and ready to leave my studio. It was inspired by forest around me and the subjectivity of my own experiencing of that forest. The title Leshi is the name of a mythological figure in Scandinavian folklore. Leshi lives in the woods, and it is said that when you encounter Leshi, he will tickle you to death.  I associate the experience of being in the woods, with the mind 'being tickled to death' by all the sensory input, so this drawing 'channels' the spirit of Leshi, sort of speak.                                         

The paper this drawing was made on, is a natural/tan tone, rather than white. The black charcoal, white pastel, along with the other colors, give it depth and dimension. Fun fact: the drawing won best in 2D at the Wild and Scenic Film festival in 2017.

The drawing comes shipped in a tube. It can be framed or hung as is. The second picture gives an idea of scale how the drawing could look in a simple, large frame, but it comes unframed.