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This idea came about courtesy of Ellygator's [link] Totems and Mysterious Objects contest. I'm no Leo, but lions have become something of my artistic totem as of late. Their faces are capable of so much expression, leaving them at once intimidating and entrancing. The sun/light in general is often a god in mythology--Helios, Ra, etc.--and is certainly an artist's friend.

The color scheme is thanks to my beloved pirate, who's been teasing me about always using blue. A slight bit crept into the shading with the purple, but still, I think I answered his request admirably:)

My thanks to Sooper-Deviant [link] for his excellent collection of lion photographs.

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:iconthelosttargaryen:
~TheLostTargaryen Apr 27, 2013  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
I just adore the look of blissful contentment on his face... absolutely fantastic job :heart:
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:iconardenellennixon:
Thank you very much! "Sun King" remains one of my favorite lions for that very reason :)
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:iconchamaeleonidas:
Feels like sunshine :)
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:iconardenellennixon:
What a wonderful compliment--thank you!
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:iconchamaeleonidas:
What a wonderful creation--thank you :D
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:iconchamaeleonidas:
Forgive me for being so hasty, what I really meant to say is, "this feels like a road sign to Nirvana" :D
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:iconcharismaticchaos93:
Mood: Love ~CharismaticChaos93 May 29, 2012  Hobbyist Artisan Crafter
I love the brilliant colors, and the expression. He looks happy :) It's a stunning painting. I wish I could paint this good. <3
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:iconardenellennixon:
Thank you! "Sun King" was one of my first lions, and he remains one of the best because he is just so happy.
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:iconcharismaticchaos93:
Mood: Love ~CharismaticChaos93 May 30, 2012  Hobbyist Artisan Crafter
I love it! It's absolutely stunning. Took my breath away with all the color and emotion <3
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:iconjvel4073:
This is Unbelievable Work, Just really very Beautiful. :heart: Love it.
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