In private collection: USA
Ode to Home by Yana Evans is a finely executed pencil drawing that captures a quiet, symbolic moment between nature and innocence. Rendered with masterful graphite technique, the composition blends soft chiaroscuro modeling and delicate linework, revealing Evans precision and sensitivity to light. The monkey, holding an apple, gazes upward beside a basket of lilies, a scene rich in layered meaning.
In many traditions, the monkey embodies curiosity, loyalty, and emotional intelligence, while the apple symbolizes knowledge, love, and the eternal pull between desire and wisdom. The lilies stand as a symbol of purity and renewal. Together, they create a narrative of devotion to one’s origins, echoing the tenderness of home and the longing to protect what is cherished.
This artwork will attract art lovers who appreciate realistic and symbolic pencil drawings, emotional animal art, and detailed graphite work. It shows the unique style of Yana Evans, known for creating artwork that feels personal, reflective, and full of feeling. Collectors and new clients can also request custom portraits, animal drawings, or original artworks made with the same careful technique and poetic mood.
Ode to Home – Original Pencil Drawing of Monkey with Apples and Lilies
PRODUCT INFO
Medium: white/milky white paper with silvergrass fibers, graphite pencil, chalk
Size: 20.8 x 29.5 cm (8.2 x 11.6 inch)
Year: 2025
Framed: No
Artist: Yana Evans






























