#7 “Elephant” – Original Artwork by Sofía Dürnhöfer

This captivating piece by Sofía Dürnhöfer, an Argentine-born biologist and artist, is more than a painting—it’s a tribute to nature, conservation, and the quiet majesty of the African elephant.

Rendered in Sofía’s signature hyperrealistic style, this artwork reflects her deep connection to the natural world, developed through years of scientific study and hands-on conservation work in South Africa. Her time spent living among the wildlife that inspired this piece lends a rare authenticity and soul to every brushstroke.

Sofía's artistic journey bridges the worlds of science and art, a fusion she formalized through a Science Illustration program in Buenos Aires. Her work has been exhibited in Buenos Aires and featured in fundraising auctions in Port Elizabeth, championing the causes she paints for.

Now based in Andalucía, Spain, Sofía continues to paint, her subjects always rooted in the wild landscapes and creatures that shaped her life.

This piece is a powerful celebration of wildlife, created by someone who has walked among it—and whose art helps protect it.