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Selected for 100 Emerging Artists of 2026 by Arts to Hearts Project

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Annalena Ouwens

THE ART OF EMPATHY

Celebrating the transformative power of the human-animal bond in soulful monochromatic pastel portraits

"I’m drawn to black and white for its calm, emotional depth—creating a quiet space in a world that often feels too loud."

- Annalena Ouwens -

Featured original works

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Hi,

Welcome to my calming world of monochrome.

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My art is a quiet invitation to pause and feel. Growing up surrounded by animals and nature, I learned the power of empathy and gentle observation.

 

​Today, my black and white portraits merging human and animal forms explore themes of connection, transformation, and inner calm.

 

Each piece honours the quiet strength in all living beings, celebrates our shared connection, and offers a quiet space in a noisy world.

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Headshot of contemporary monochromatic pastel artist Annalena Ouwens next to her original artwork portraying a woman protected by a white horse
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FOR DESIGNERS & CONSULTANTS

I love to collaborate in meaningful ways with interior designers, art consultants, and professionals by providing thoughtfully curated artworks that complement spaces and create a dialogue with the interior.

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COMMISSION A CUSTOM ARTWORK

Fill your home with calm, quiet beauty, and daily moments of joy through a bespoke drawing of what lights you up.

Collect my art

Bring moments of empathy, self-reflection, and quiet transformation into your home.

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