Portrait 217 – Ballpoint Pen Portrait

Ballpoint Pen Portrait

This ballpoint pen portrait is an original drawing by Italian artist Dario Moschetta. It is executed entirely with blue ballpoint ink on 150g paper.

The artwork depicts a male figure in profile. The image is built through layered strokes and controlled pressure. As a result, the portrait develops a strong sense of volume, light, and psychological presence.

Moreover, the use of a ballpoint pen is crucial. It is an unforgiving medium that allows no correction. For this reason, the drawing highlights precision, discipline, and confidence in the execution.

At the same time, the direction of the ink strokes follows the anatomy of the face and hair. Consequently, the portrait feels both structural and fluid.

Blue Ink Technique

Rather than relying on contrast alone, this ballpoint pen drawing builds depth through density and rhythm of line. In addition, the blue ink introduces a cool tonal range.

This choice enhances the introspective mood of the portrait. It creates a balance between realism and expressive abstraction.

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Discover more about the artist and his creative journey in the official feature published by SaatchiArt:

Inside the Studio – Finding Beauty in Imperfection with Dario Moschetta

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