Startling Ink Illustrations of Animal Skeletons Attempting to Escape From Their Own Bodies

Lioness and Skull

Artist Paul Jackson, who describes himself as a full-time daydreamer and his work as “the weirder, the better”, has created intensely detailed and startling ink illustrations that feature the skeletons of various different animals attempting to escape from their own bodies, leaving skin and a fur behind. These prints and other merchandise are currently available for purchase through Jackson’s official store.

Bear Skull

Chimp Skull Extraction

Jackal Skull

Raptor

Resurrection of the Wolf

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