In 2016, Joanne Lefson rescued a one-month-old piglet from a slaughterhouse. Soon, it became clear that this pig was no ordinary animal as it began painting on canvases at a sanctuary in South Africa. Known as Pigcasso, he’s dubbed the Picasso of pigs.
One of his paintings, ‘Wild and Free’, sold for €20,000 to a German buyer, breaking the record for the most expensive artwork by an animal, previously held by a chimpanzee named Congo.
Pigcasso has created numerous artworks over the years, some of which are auctioned for sale. Joanne noticed that the pig spared a few paintbrushes in his stall, inspiring her to nurture his painting talent. Pigcasso quickly learned and became the skilled artist he is today. Check out his masterpieces and share your thoughts below!
The art and artist in one frame.
Guess what I used as a paintbrush.
The joy you feel after creating a work of art.
The color of the day is none other than blue.
Was inspired by the colors of the rooster.
Welcome to my OINK! Gallery.
Haha! I remember the day that I painted that.
The owners ask us to mention that “her art is Inspiring people to think differently about what they eat and to create a kinder more sustainable world”.
