Wolf Skull in Nature

In Wolf Skull in Nature, Greg Petan combines ink and crystals on board to create a hauntingly beautiful exploration of wilderness, resilience, and the natural cycle of life and death. The wolf skull, drawn in detailed ink, embodies both the strength and vulnerability of wild creatures, inviting a close look at their role within the ecosystem. Surrounding it, crystals are embedded into the board, shimmering like dew or frost, lending the piece an otherworldly quality that blurs the line between organic and mineral. This union of ink and crystal symbolizes the enduring spirit of the wolf—part of the earth, yet transcending it. Petan’s piece speaks to the interconnectedness of all life forms, where even in death, beauty and energy are preserved and transformed, grounding us in a reverent appreciation for nature’s cycles.