Pietro Ruisi - Omnia Mutantur

Nombre y apellidos: Pietro Ruisi

País: Italia 

Redes sociales: https://www.instagram.com/piero_ruisi?igsh=dmN3MTR6OW93dTNt

Título de la obra: Omnia Mutantur

Especie o elemento: Capreolus capreolus 

Categoría: Ilustración Naturalista

Técnicas utilizadas: Ballpoint pen

Inteligencia artificial: No.

Tamaño: 30x42cm

Año de creación: 2025

Descripción:

Osteological remains of Capreolus capreolus (European Roe Deer)
This illustration depicts an accumulation of skeletal remains belonging to the European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus), shown in an advanced stage of decomposition and integration within a forest environment. The composition centers on two skulls, highlighting the species' diagnostic anatomical features: the large lateral orbits and the bone structure typical of small ruminants. The remains are intertwined with dry branches and stony debris, emphasizing the natural decay process.

The primary purpose of this illustration is educational and scientific-editorial. The objective is to document the osteological remains of Capreolus capreolus with morphological rigor, demonstrating how artistic inquiry can aid in the understanding of post-mortem biological processes. The work aims to depict the transition of organic matter from a biological to a mineral state, providing a visual aid for naturalistic outreach. It is intended for an audience of natural science enthusiasts, veterinary or biology students, and museum contexts where the representation of "vital decay" serves as a tool for reflecting on ecosystem balance.

The creative process began with a phase of direct observation and osteological study of natural specimens. From a technical standpoint, the work was executed entirely by hand using a fine-tip black ballpoint pen on high-grammage paper. The choice of cross-hatching and stippling techniques is not merely aesthetic; it allows for an extremely precise rendering of diverse textures: the porosity of weathered bone, the rugged surface of dry wood, and the mineral hardness of stone. The illustration aids in the correct interpretation of the subject by visually separating elements that might otherwise blend together in nature (mimicry), making the cranial sutures and bone processes that define the Capreolus capreolus species clearly legible.