Shombay, a lion portrait by Sandra Cutrer

"Shombay", which in Swahili simply means, "lion". I think the name fits this male lion portrait.  He is painted in thick oils, making visible many strokes and extra paint in various areas, giving him added texture and interest. Painted on a 16" x 20" x 2.5"  thick 3-D edge, professional stretched canvas. Please scroll through my listings for a price on all of my works for sell.

References were taken from my own collection of photos.

 I have immensely enjoyed taking my cameras to the many zoos my husband and I have visited over the years throughout the USA. Although my dream is to visit Africa and take photos of these big cats in the wild, I still find it interesting to watch them in the zoos secure and safe enclosures. Sadly, so many of the wild cats are no longer in existence, or they are so few in number in the wild because of poachers, guided hunts, or exposed to poisons, at least they are safe in these homes surrounded by those who care a great deal about their future. Hopefully, one day sooner than later, they will have larger areas to roam, more secure and natural reserves, and live as free as they possibly can from the dangers man has bestowed upon them.

The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1.

Blessings,
Sandra Cutrer, Fine Art
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