I love how the background looks.. the dappled light, the foliage.. really well done. Could be a backdrop for a major animated studio release.

Good good delineation of fur/hairs. Eyes are nicely done, as well as, the facial expression of the cub.


Caveats?

Ok, I joked about the claws with you.. on a serious note, though.. and in my humble opinion.. maybe cut back on the pinkness of the sheaths some?

Typing out loud, seems a tad incongruous and prominent to me pea brain.

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Wondering if this was your reference photo? Or, one of?

I like your version better.


Nice work, Paul.

Looking forward to seeing some more from you as you pursue this new artistic direction and medium.

And.. but, of course.. thanks for sharing your creativity with us.

I almost thought he was a stuffed animal. Very cute little guy and well done.

I had to fave this, I love it! tigs=^..^=