Hercules-Spirit Of Strength by romanceworks
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No AI - This artwork was created entirely by hand or with traditional digital tools.
Description
Snow Leopard
Solitary and secretive
Creature of courage and survival
When you reveal yourself
So rare and precious
In reality or in vision
It is a message to
Clear out the demons of the mind
To embrace new life and new perceptions
For you are the spirit of strength
And the promise of the future.
This beautiful snow leopard, Hercules, was brought to Big Cat Rescue so that the cycle of inbreeding could be controlled. Big Cat Rescue believes that no wild cat should ever be bred to live in a cage. However many are, and when the bloodlines become too inbred, the cats must be moved, to insure their survival. It is the goal of this wonderful organization to treat all the big cats with respect and caring, to give them a good life and protect their future, and to celebrate these precious gifts of nature. To learn more about Hercules and Big Cat Rescue, click here. Rescue
Credits: Another in my 'Sprit Of The Wild' Series, paying tribute to the spectacular snow leopard. Created in Photoshop CS, using a photo, painting techniques, a snow overlay from Cold As Ice by Ilona/Bez, On The Edge background by Didi-Mc, and Realmz Of Ice by The_Slinger.
Special thanks to Summer Rae (Summer1412) for sharing her wonderful photo of Hercules.
Hope you enjoy.
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Comments (92)
Astounding technique!
Totally fabulous !!!!!!!!!!!!
What a masterful portrait of a magnificent big cat!!!
Exceptionnel!!! Milles bravos!!!
So stunning and superb artwork!Gorgeous!
splendid, excellent and very beautiful work !
Really awesome image :)
Magnificent Artwork Carol! Bravo!
A very beautiful image. It's a very nice work! 5/5
Wonderful explanation to this gorgeous picture. Just love how you can blend various elements with your own fantastic painting style to creat something so pretty. Lovely texture on your big cat and a great scene. Well done!
Fantastic Leopard!:)
What can I say, but that it is beautiful! A beautiful, but sad image!
This is a stunning painted image! Love this creature and the snowy setting!
Another masterpiece Carol!!
Excellant cause Carol and such a fine way to support it! Your an Angel! Your work- Splendid!
Fantastic scene!!
Just incredible work,your sig style reaps you the rewards and I always enjoy each moment in your gallery.Hk5 cal
this is an incredible piece. i admire your talent . bravo !!!!
Gorgeous work and wonderful cause.
Magnifica...fantastic image!
So beautiful!
i can almosr feel the fur, pretty kitty, and glad the google satelite got ya gigglin
Wonderful image and a wonderful tribute. Thank you for posting the link to the big cat rescue. They do excellent work.
AMAZING BEAUTY IN THIS STUNNING IMAGE.
Simply amazing :-)
This image just took my breath away.
Beautiful Carol !!!
I thought I'd come tell ya a Leopard is a wonderful looking cat... favorite band is also Def Leppard - lol... just thought I'd give you another favorite to take you even higher up the charts, cool picture.
I really like this one, especially his eyes.
outstanding!!