18×24" charcoal on paper – raw, intimate, impossible to look away from.
Inspired by a fantasy embrace and the aching longing in Ryan Adams’ song “Desire,” yet many see something sacred: Jesus welcoming a soul home.
Whatever story you bring to it, the feeling is undeniable.
Displayed in a 22×28" warm wood frame, ready to hang. This is the piece that stopped traffic at every tent event this summer.
One only. When it’s gone, it’s gone forever.
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Desire (The Embrace) – Framed Original Charcoal Drawing (One Only)
The Story Behind Desire (The Embrace)
Started as a quick sketch inspired by a fantasy series embrace and the ache in Ryan Adams’ song “Desire.” Ended up becoming the piece that stops every single person at my tent events.
Some see lovers lost in passion.
Some see Christ welcoming a believer home.
I see both. You’ll see whatever your heart needs.
Medium: Charcoal on paper, 18×24"
Completed 2025
Artist: S. Stephenson, MidLifeArtist