These portraits look like photos at first, but they’re actually detailed artworks made with charcoal and granite pencils. “I’ve been training myself in photorealism since 2016. It’s been a bit of a journey, but I’m finally at a place, where I’m truly proud of my work,” the artist shared with Bored Panda. Scroll down to see the captivating creations, where each stroke tells a story. More info: Instagram | dylaneakin.com Eaking shared that on average, it takes about 100 hours for him to complete each of his artworks, with one piece even demanding 205 hours of his time. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.