about

My name is Rike Bayer and I live in Düsseldorf, Germany. I love animals, drawing and long walks through nature.
Border Terrier Smilla accompanies me and makes me laugh with her cheekiness every day.

On my work desk, I create everlasting tributes to loyal animals. People wonder how I can stand looking at photos of animals for hours and hours but to me personally, it feels very natural to do that. My portraits are not only about the exact reproduction of what is visible to the eye but more specifically about capturing the essence of the portrayed animal. My whole creative process is driven by a deep affection and enduring fascination for the uniqueness of every living being.

This website is about high-quality handmade animal drawings. I hope you enjoy exploring my work and seeing animals through my eyes.

Rike Bayer