Have you ever seen a drawing that looked too good to be true?

With onlycharcoalat his disposal, he captures the texture of skin and hair with amazing detail.

Depending on the complexity of his work, it can take over 100 hours to call it complete.

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

I also want to spread positive messages and impact people’s lives.

Nigerian artist Hopex John creates hyperrealistic portraits that are drawn entirely in charcoal.

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John

Pencil Portrait Drawings by Hopex John