Sheep

About this work

This drawing shows three sheep standing in a grassy field. One looks right at us while the others graze. The lines are sharp and dark, but the sheep’s wool stands out in bright white. Homer made this during a summer trip to a farm in rural New York. He used simple tools—just a pencil and white paint—to make the animals feel real and alive. The paper’s rough texture adds to the soft, natural look. Try looking up more about Winslow Homer next.