Sussex Artist Presents Drawings to Zoo

Sussex Artist's Stunning Wildlife Drawings Captivate Knockhatch Keepers

Local Sussex artist Donna Howland has amazed keepers at Knockhatch Adventure Park with her incredibly detailed drawings of owls, prairie dogs and lemurs. The incredibly lifelike portraits, based on photographs taken by Donna's husband Eddie, were so realistic that Eddie's colleagues initially believed them to be computer generated!

“They were absolutely convinced they were fake,” Donna laughs. “In the end, I had to show them a photo of me actually drawing to prove it!”

Donna uses pastels and pencils to create her captivating works, working from high-resolution photographs to capture every detail of her subjects. The meticulous attention to detail has resulted in stunning portraits that seem to bring the animals to life on the page.

“I’m absolutely thrilled that my work has been so well received,” says Donna. “I’ve always loved animals, and I’m passionate about capturing their unique characters and expressions in my drawings.”

The good news for Sussex residents is that Donna’s incredible drawings are set to go on display at Knockhatch Adventure Park very soon. Visitors will be able to see the artwork up close and marvel at the artist’s talent.

“We’re delighted to be showcasing Donna’s work at Knockhatch,” says a spokesperson for the park. “Her drawings are truly exceptional, and we’re sure they’ll be a hit with our visitors.”

The exact date for the exhibition is yet to be confirmed, but Knockhatch has assured visitors that they will be kept up-to-date via their social media channels. In the meantime, art lovers can catch a glimpse of Donna’s work on her website at donnahowlandart.com.

All photographs by Eddie Howland.