“See My Soul” – Western Chimpanzee
Original Pastel Painting by Sophie Parkhill
Medium: Soft Pastel on Professional-Grade Pastelmat
Year: 2024
Image Size: 60 x 40 cm
Framed Size: 81 x 61 cm (professionally framed with museum-grade materials)
“See My Soul” is a deeply moving portrait of one of our closest living relatives—the critically endangered Western Chimpanzee. This original pastel painting by multi-award-winning wildlife artist Sophie Parkhill of SP Wildlife Art is a powerful call to empathy. A dramatic, close-up composition draws the viewer into the soul-stirring gaze of this magnificent animal, asking us to look—truly look—into the eyes of a being that shares our intelligence, emotion, and right to exist on this planet.
With rich, dark tonal contrasts and piercing amber eyes that hold both wisdom and fragility, Sophie masterfully captures the complex emotions of this individual chimpanzee. Every stroke of pastel is placed with intention, conveying the depth of character, vulnerability, and dignity that defines the species.
Professionally framed to the highest standards, this piece includes museum-grade anti-reflective ARTGlass, which not only eliminates glare but also includes advanced UV protection to ensure the longevity of the artwork. The full framed size measures 81 x 61 cm, making it a bold and captivating centerpiece for any space.
Painted loosely from a photographic reference with kind permission from Mike Rodenburg of Wildlife Reference Photos, this painting is both a tribute and a tool for change.
10% of the profits from the sale of this artwork will be donated to the Jane Goodall Institute UK, helping to protect wild chimpanzees through real-world conservation efforts.
Each collector will receive:
A signed Certificate of Authenticity from SP Wildlife Art
A signed Certificate of Donation with details on the charity and/or the cause.
A matching greetings card
An exclusive collector’s bookmark
Additional bonus items, available only with original purchases
Sophie Parkhill's work is held in private collections across the UK, USA, and Australia, and is represented by two galleries in North Wales. A recognised name in the wildlife art world, she is a member of the Association of Animal Artists, The Wildlife Art Society International, Art North Wales, and The Pastel Guild of Europe.
“See My Soul” is more than a painting—it’s a message.
A visual plea for awareness, connection, and action.
Own this piece to honour our shared ancestry, support vital conservation, and add a powerful, emotionally charged work of art to your collection.
See My Soul - Original Chimpanzee Painting
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