Working primarily with compressed and vine charcoal on heavyweight paper, he builds powerful compositions through layers of deep blacks, subtle grays, and carefully preserved highlights that bring subjects to life with striking dimensionality.

The medium's unforgiving nature mirrors Jason's artistic philosophy: there's no hiding behind technique. Each stroke is intentional, capturing not just likeness but essence. He works quickly and intuitively, building contrast through layering and erasure, allowing the white of the paper to serve as light itself. The result is artwork that feels alive, textured, dynamic, and emotionally resonant.

Available for pet portraits, family commemorations, wildlife art, memorial pieces, and any subject that holds meaning for you. Jason's charcoal work transforms personal moments and cherished subjects into timeless, gallery-quality art.

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A charcoal drawing of various fish, including a large fish with an open mouth, a smaller fish near it, and other fish in the background, with an underwater scene by artist Jason Bero.
A charcoal drawing of an octopus with a clock on its head, underwater scene with fish, and the quote 'I live to fight and die another day' at the bottom by artist Jason Bero.
A charcoal drawing of a cat's face with detailed fur and expressive eyes, placed below a collection of various drawing tools on a white background by artists Jason Bero.
Black and white charcoal sketch of a bull by Jason Bero.
Black and white gyotaku fish print by Jason Bero
A black and white charcoal sketch of a bull's head by Jason Bero.
A fish with its mouth open lying next to a bottle of ink pouring into a cup.
Black and white drawing of a horse's face with a landscape background by Jason Bero.