FROM THE world famous Girl with a Pearl Earring painting to a jaguar in the grass, these incredible drawings are created from coloured ballpoint pens. These amazing illustrations were created by Portuguese solicitor and artist Samuel Silva, who has had a strong interest in drawing since he was two years old. ‘I have been interested in drawing since the very first time I ever touched a pencil and a sheet of paper, when I was two years old.’ says 31 year old Samuel, now of London. ‘After that day, I never stopped drawing. Unlike most children, I didn’t start by scribbling; I just instinctively drew straight away.
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
Sitting all alone on drift ice in the Arctic Ocean, this lonely little fella looks lost .
A lazy otter finds the ideal spot to soak up the sun and sleep off his lunch .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
A trio of ants are locked in a tug of war over a fly as they pull the bug by its legs .
LIKE SUPERMAN carrying a slimy Lois Lane through the air this frog is treating its mate to a flying lesson .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .