"A Reflective Moment"

Bengal Tiger

Bengal tigers are one of the most water loving of all the big cats, outdone only by the jaguar. When the heat of the day gets excessive, tigers will find a shady pool to cool off in.

Big cats hold a special fascination for me. I am especially intrigued by their beauty, grace and unfathomable eyes. I've done a great many tiger paintings and I'm sure I will do a great many more.

"Dark Waters"

Melanistic Jaguar

"He Who Greets With Fire"

Lion

"Ice"

White Tiger

"Making Waves"

Swimming Tiger

"Soul Mates"

Clouded Leopards

This piece is named "Soul Mates" because clouded leopards are one of the few big cats that mate for life. I came upon this pair at a zoo all snuggled up together. I was struck by the charm of the situation, but what made me want to paint them was the way they seemed to blend together as one. They were wrapped up so tightly it was hard to tell where they separated. I also enjoyed painting the strong patterns and shapes of their coats

"Tiger's Eye"

White Tiger