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Fine art pencil drawings by Ryan Kennedy

Moose Portrait

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 20"(w) x 16"(h)

Framed Size: 31”(w) x 27”(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase $2,600. Framed with double mats and museum glass in a solid wood frame with a gorgeous finish.

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: Moose are one of my favorite animals to find and observe and this drawing was really fun to do! They are such a wild looking animal… from their towering size and palmated antlers to their pendulous muzzle.

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Teton Vagabond

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 21"(w) x 16"(h)

Framed Size: 33”(w) x 28”(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase. $3,200

Prints: Click Here to order

Artist Notes: The "Tetons" are a spectacular and steep mountain range in Wyoming, known for their dramatic peaks and breathtaking landscapes. This piece captures the essence of the majestic range while featuring the "Vagabond," a wandering Grizzly Bear. The bear embodies the spirit of exploration and resilience as it roams through its natural habitat. Through careful detailing and intricate shading, I aimed to reflect the beauty and strength found in both the landscape and the wildlife.

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Three Kings

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 8" x 8"

Framed Size: 18”x18”

Original Drawing: Available for purchase $600. Double matted and beautifully framed under museum glass.

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: New from the studio of artist Ryan Kennedy… The “Three Kings” are mature Mule Deer bucks on top of a sunlit ridge.

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I See You

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 10"(w) x 20"(h)

Framed Size: 20”(w) x 30”(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase at the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: A lot went into the design, composition, and execution of this drawing. But my favorite part of the final product is that when observing this drawing, from any angle, the Bobcat's eyes follow you and draw the viewer deeper into the artwork. It is fascinating how a simple pencil can capture such a dynamic presence, inviting curiosity and interaction from anyone who gazes upon it.

Awards:

- Semi-Finalist in the 17th ARC international Salon selected from over 5,000 entries and 87 countries.

- Juried into the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

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Snowy Owl (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 12" x 12"

Framed Size: 22”x22”

Original Drawing: Sold at the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: This gorgeous drawing features a Snowy Owl silently gliding through the Aspen Trees.

Awards: - Juried into the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

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Ciervo Colorado

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 13"(w) x 16.25"(h)

Framed Size: 23”(w) x 26.25”(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase. $2,000

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: “Ciervo Colorado” is Spanish for Red Deer. I had the privilege to hunt and photograph some incredible stags this year in Patagonia, Argentina. This drawing commemorates this beautiful animal, country and hunt that I experienced.

Awards: Staff Choice award winner in the 17th ARC international Salon selected from over 5,000 entries and 87 countries.

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American Bison (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 17.75"(w) x 15.75"(h)

Framed Size: 28”(w) x 26”(h)

Original Drawing: Sold at the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: 

The American Bison, a majestic creature, embodies the spirit and resilience of the Great Plains. Once roaming in vast herds that stretched beyond the horizon, this large beast was not only a pivotal part of the ecosystem but also a significant cultural symbol for many Indigenous tribes. Known for its immense strength and robust build, the bison is a testament to survival against the odds. As a revered figure, it represents self-determination and the untamed beauty of nature.

Awards:

- Selected as a finalist in the 16th international ARC salon competition.

- Featured drawing in the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

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Walking By Woods

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 18"(w) x 13.5"(h)

Framed Size: 27”(w) x 22.5”(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase $1,900

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: This piece captures the essence of tranquility intertwined with a subtle eerie presence. The Fallow Deer, depicted gracefully navigating the woodland, embody the delicate balance of nature. The strong vertical lines of the trees not only provide structure but also frame the deer, drawing the viewer's eye deeper into the scene. The contrasting depths of light and shadow enhance the mood, imbuing it with an almost ethereal quality. This landscape resonates with a peaceful stillness, inviting reflection while whispering the hidden stories of the forest.

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Estes Park Bull Elk

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 19.75"(w) x 25.75"(h)

Framed Size: 32.5"x38.5"

Original: Available for purchase $2,900

Prints:Click Here to Order

Artist Notes:

This piece marks a significant milestone in my artistic journey, showcasing the dedication and time invested in every detail. The eleven new pencils I wore down to the nub demonstrate the intensity and commitment to achieving the nuanced textures and contrasts. The blurred and abstract elements in both the background and foreground serve to enhance the focal point—the magnificent Bull Elk.

Awards:

- Selected as a finalist in the 13th international ARC salon competition.

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Overwatch (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 18"(h) x 13.5"(w)

Framed Size: 27”(h) x 22.5”(w)

Original Drawing: SOLD

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: Through all the countless hours of work, I have loved drawing this piece. It features a Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep standing on a rugged rock cliff face. The details are stunning, and the rock has an almost abstract quality about it that is truly captivating close up. Each careful stroke of the pencil has brought out not only the texture of the sheep but also the intricate patterns of the rocky terrain. The interplay of light and shadow brings depth to the scene, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the striking natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains. This drawing serves as a tribute to the resilience and majesty of wildlife in their native habitats.

Awards: Semi-Finalist in the 17th ARC international Salon selected from over 5,000 entries and 87 countries.

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Emmaline Lake

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 20"(w) x 15"(h)

Framed Size: 30”(w) x 25”(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase. $2,800

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: The seven mile climb to Emmaline Lake in Pingree Park Colorado, was one of the first hikes I did with my wife after we met and it was on this trip that we got engaged. This drawing and the memories of this trip hold a special place in my heart.

Awards: Selected as a finalist in the 16th international ARC salon competition.

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On Eagles Wings

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 40"(w) x 18"(h)

Framed Size: 49”(w) x 27”(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase $3,000

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: This large drawing is inspired by the Bible verse found in Isaiah 40:31. “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles…”

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Deer Skull

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 10.25"(w) x 9.75"(h)

Framed size: 19"x18.5"

Original: Available for purchase $900

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: Check out this 30 second time lapse video and see how it goes from a blank piece of paper to the final product... https://youtu.be/8KkLn3-hUwM

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Lake View

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 14"(h) x 11"(w)

Framed Size: 24.5”(h) x 21.5”(w)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase $725

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: Experience the tranquility of nature with this exquisite mountain lake landscape drawing that offers a glimpse of serenity that can invigorate your home.

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Light of My Life

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Framed Size: 18"(w) x 18"(h)

Original Drawing: Available for purchase at the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

Print Reproductions: In this special edition, each print is tinted with color and individually personalized for you with your names 'carved' into the heart. Click Here to order exclusively at Personal-Prints.com

Awards:

- Selected as a finalist in the 14th international ARC salon competition.

- Juried into the 2025 Colorado Governor’s Art Show

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Heart of the Rockies

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 20.5"(w) x 16"(h)

Framed size: 32.5"x28"

Original: Available for purchase $2,000

Prints: Not available at this time.

Artist Notes: "I really like how this drawing turned out with the dramatic and striking contrast of light and dark. I took a different approach when drawing this piece, working from back to front, I started with the sky, then layered the mountain over it and finally the darker trees in the foreground.

This landscape was drawn in extreme detail and as I worked I couldn't help but marvel at the awesomeness of God, the real creator and artist."

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Winter Solace

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 22"(w) x 11"(h)

Framed Size: 30.5"x19.5". 

Original Drawing: Available for purchase $1,500

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes: This drawing displays the peace and beauty of a young Mule Deer buck. It is a Winter scene from Northern Colorado along the Poudre River. “Poudre”, which is Spanish for “Powder” is very fitting for the snow covered scene.

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Fishing The North Fork

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 24"(w) x 12"(h)

Framed size: 34"x22".

Original: Available for purchase $1,500

Prints: Limited Edition Prints are now sold out

Artist Notes: "Fly-fishing is an art and a passion for me. It is an experience when I feel at peace in my soul and in communion with God. I am very proud of this drawing which took me over 200 hours to complete as I tried to capture every detail, every ripple in the water, every rock and blade of grass. It is a beautiful scene from one of my favorite fishing spots, but it is only a reflection, a tiny moment in God's spectacular masterpiece. He created the poetry of a flowing river, it is His beauty in nature and His spectacular creation... He is the true artist" - Ryan Kennedy

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Into the Mist

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 13"(w) x 22"(h)

Framed size: 24.5"x33.5". 

Original: Available for purchase $1,500

Prints: Not available at this time.

Artist Notes: "This is a scene that I experienced while hunting in the Rocky Mountains. It was perfectly calm at first light and a mist had settled in. I loved the feeling of solitude in the wilderness, how the trees appeared almost ghostly and how the entire landscape displayed a dramatic contrast of dark and light." - Ryan Kennedy

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Brown Trout Sketch (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 4.75"(w) x 3"(h)

Original Drawing:  SOLD (Framed size approximately: 12"(w) x 11"(h) ) Shadow box framed with a hand-tied fly below the original.

Prints: Not available at this time.

Artist Notes: This started off as a little sketch on a scrap piece of drawing paper that was no bigger than a notecard. I ended up really enjoying the way it was going and over the course of a couple days continued coming back to it and adding more detail. I love how it turned out with the hand-tied fly incorporated into the framing.

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First Frost (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 15.5"(w) x 15"(h)

Original Drawing: SOLD

Prints:Click Here to Order

Artist Notes:  Creating intricate details in a drawing often feels akin to assembling a puzzle, where each element plays a vital role in the final composition. The delicacy of frost-covered branches, each outlined with precision, demanded a level of patience that can only come from a deep appreciation for the art form. As the final result came together, the effort transformed the initial challenge into a moment of satisfaction, revealing the beauty hidden within the complex intricacies of nature.

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On The Rocks (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 6"(w) x 6"(h)

Framed Size: 16”(w) x 16”(h)

Original Drawing: SOLD

Prints: Click Here to Order

Artist Notes:  This sketch beautifully embodies the gentle yet rugged aura of the Mountain Goat alongside the grandeur of the Mountains. The delicate details and soft shading create a harmonious balance, evoking a sense of tranquility and strength.

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Quaking Aspen (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 20"(w) x 11"(h)

Original: SOLD

Reproductions: In this special edition, each print is individually personalized for you with your initials 'carved' into the nearest tree. Click here to order from Personal-Prints.com

Artist Notes: "I am honored that this drawing was selected as a finalist in the prestigious Art Renewal Center's 2013/2014 international salon. To be in the running with the caliber of artists represented through this organization is humbling.

This is one of my favorite drawings... fun (and tedious) to create, as well as stunning to explore the final product. Almost everyone who looks at this original comments how the leaves look like they are actually shimmering." - Ryan Kennedy

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The Girl In The Window (Sold)

Media: Graphite Pencil on Paper

Image Size: 16"(w) x 23"(h)

Framed Size: approx. 28”x35”

Original: This original was donated to the Mountain States Children's Home and sold at auction in 2024.

Prints: Not available at this time.

Artist Notes: I want to say thanks to Bailey and TallieJohnsonPhoto for the awesome photography references that I could work from for this drawing. 

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Moose Portrait
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Teton Vagabond
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Three Kings
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I See You
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Snowy Owl (Sold)
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Ciervo Colorado
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American Bison (Sold)
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Walking By Woods
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Estes Park Bull Elk
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Overwatch (Sold)
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Emmaline Lake
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On Eagles Wings
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Deer Skull
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Lake View
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Light of My Life
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Heart of the Rockies
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Winter Solace
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Fishing The North Fork
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Into the Mist
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Brown Trout Sketch (Sold)
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First Frost (Sold)
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On The Rocks (Sold)
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Quaking Aspen (Sold)
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The Girl In The Window (Sold)

My original drawings can take up to 200 hours to complete. Some of them I like to hang on to, to pass along to my children, some I donate, and some select originals are available for purchase directly from myself. If you would like more information on an original fine art drawing or commissions, click here to contact me directly.

All images are under strict copyright Ryan Kennedy 2025