Lion King

Lion King
20"x16"
Acrylic
Well hoping those bots or whatever the heck they are will be leaving me alone.  They say they don't bother you but they really skew your visit counts.  I never really know why it happens but it has several times but seems if I don't post for a bit they get bored and move on.

This is a photo from Glennis Weston at PMP and I have done this little guy several times.  He just has such a sweet expression that begs you to paint him.  I think he is really talking through his eyes.  

I know, I know, this is kind of far out there, but I literally dreamed this up one night (wonder if that was the night I had had a martini?)  and felt like doing another galaxy.  They are always so much fun.    I thought this would perfect for a nursery or young child's room.  Will see if it gets any play in my Etsy shop.  I found the perfect shot of earth with Africa and thought that was kind of appropriate as well.

Hope you enjoy him and he brings a smile to your day.

Comments

Joan Tavolott said…
Love this with the cub and the galaxy behind him. Great idea for him to be holding the globe and having Africa showing. You have a very creative mind.
August 22, 2018 at 8:41 PM
Nelvia said…
Glad you like as I thought t might be a bit out there
August 23, 2018 at 8:35 AM
Mellowood Gallery said…
I had to smile when I saw this on FB and I smiled again today - he is so charming! Your sky and galaxy are super Nelvia - this is a super painting - good luck on your etsy shop!
August 23, 2018 at 11:27 AM
Sheila said…
Very sweet, beautiful work :) Love the story too Nelvia, LOL :) Happy dream painting to you :)
August 23, 2018 at 2:07 PM
Nelvia said…
So glad it made you smile, this little cutie can sure do,that. I hope he ends up in someone’s child’s room
August 24, 2018 at 4:52 PM
Nelvia said…
Yep dreamt up a new one last night, guess insomnia is good for something
August 24, 2018 at 4:52 PM
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