José Vergara creates hyperrealistic eye drawings, blending emotion, detail, and vibrant colored pencil techniques. Known professionally as Redosking, he is a Mexican artist celebrated for his detailed colored pencil portraits, especially his striking depictions of human eyes. His official presence on Instagram offers a clear look at the precision and emotional depth that define his work, revealing how he transforms simple materials into powerful visual experiences.
José Vergara at a glance
- Born: 1994, Mexico City (raised in Madrid)
- Nationality: Mexican
- Also known as: Redosking
- Known for: Hyperrealistic drawings of human eyes
- Medium: Colored pencil
- Style: Hyperrealism with vivid color and fine detail
- Official Instagram: @redosking
Born in 1994 in Mexico City and raised in Madrid, Vergara had an accident at age eight that limited the movement of his right arm. During recovery, he discovered drawing as both therapy and passion, a moment that shaped his artistic path. He draws each eye with colored pencils and a white gel pen, spending around 20 hours on a single piece to add the tiny, lifelike reflections that give his irises their depth. His first eye drawing was a tribute to his mother, followed soon after by one of his father.
Vergara’s work has gained international recognition since he began his eye series in 2013. His dedication to detail gives each drawing a surprising sense of presence, revealing the subtle complexities of his subjects. As he continues to experiment with new styles and themes, his art remains a testament to resilience, curiosity, and the power of seeing beyond the surface.
Jose Vergara Drawing. Pencil strokes revealing a vividly living eye.
“The eye is the jewel of the body.” – Henry David ThoreauJose Vergara Drawing. Reflected sky turning the human eye into horizon.
“Where the spirit does not work with the hand, there is no art.” – Leonardo da VinciJose Vergara Drawing. Color and detail shaping a luminous gaze.
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See more of José Vergara’s hyperrealistic eye drawings on his official Instagram: Redosking on Instagram