Dawn Hunter Art ® | Artwork about Santiago Ramón y Cajal

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Dawn Hunter is a visual artist, Fulbright Scholar and Associate Professor at the University of South Carolina, this website showcases a portfolio about Santiago Ramón y Cajal.

Dawn Hunter's 'Portrait of Cajal from observation of Jorge Zockoll's oversized photograph at the Instituto Cajal, Madrid'. This 11" x 14" marker and pen drawing is a carefully observed portrait of Cajal, drawn from an oversized photograph by Jorge Zockoll. The artwork presents a detailed and thoughtful rendition of the famous neuroscientist.

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This is a portrait of Darcy, the daughter of artist Dawn Hunter, surrounded by intricately drawn depictions of developing neurons, reminiscent of the original drawings by renowned neuroscientist Santiago Ramón y Cajal. The image beautifully juxtaposes the innocence and potential of a child's face with the complex and dynamic world of neural development, drawing a parallel between individual growth and scientific discovery.

Artwork by Dawn Hunter titled 'Dueling Cajals', made with marker, pen and ink. The piece shows a creative overlay of silhouette profiles of Cajal, depicted through the unique method of casting shadows from a mold of his death mask. These profiles are paired with depictions of regenerative neurons and figures of Don Quixote, a rich blend of scientific imagery and literary symbolism.

An observational drawing by Dawn Hunter, artistically replicating the original pyramidal neuron illustration by Santiago Ramón y Cajal. The image captures the intricate and complex structure of a pyramidal neuron, demonstrating Hunter's attention to detail and respect for the original work. It represents a homage to Cajal's pioneering work in the field of neuroscience.

This artwork by Dawn Hunter is a mixed portrait of the celebrated neuroscientist, Santiago Ramón y Cajal. Exhibited at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD, this image creatively interprets the scientist's features, sitting in thoughtful juxtaposition with seven of Cajal's original scientific drawings. The artwork pays tribute to Cajal’s contributions to the field of neuroscience.

This is a double portrait by Dawn Hunter of Silveria, the wife of Santiago Ramón y Cajal. The image is inspired by two black-and-white photographs taken by Cajal. Hunter's rendering beautifully captures Silveria’s likeness, while also reflecting the historical context and personal relationship of the subjects.

Dawn Hunter's 'Drawing of Retiro park near the Cajal home in Madrid, Spain', an 11" x 14" drawing made with marker and pen on paper. The artwork vividly portrays the serene ambience of Retiro Park, offering a glimpse into the natural scenery that would have been a part of Cajal's daily life.

This is an artist study by Dawn Hunter of Santiago Ramón y Cajal's original cerebellum drawing. Hunter's drawing faithfully replicates Cajal's scientific illustration, showcasing the intricate details of the cerebellum and honoring Cajal's groundbreaking work in neuroanatomy.

This artwork by Dawn Hunter is a complex juxtaposition drawing that features elements closely associated with Santiago Ramón y Cajal. The image features detailed representations of Cajal's hands, his microscope, a pyramidal neuron, symbolism from his Nobel Prize, and a famous quote penned by him at the time of his retirement. Each component in this work collaboratively tells the story of Cajal’s scientific journey and his enduring legacy.

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