The Lion Within oil on canvas, 100 x 100 x 2 cm
This painting explores the idea of strength that sits beneath the surface, the kind that does not need to be loud to be powerful. The lion’s gaze is steady and calm, yet full of presence, as if holding a quiet awareness of its own power.
I wanted to contrast that stillness with movement, building layers of colour through expressive drips, splashes and marks that feel instinctive and alive. The paint moves freely across the canvas, echoing energy and emotion, while the lion remains grounded within it.
For me, this piece is not just about the animal itself, but what it represents. Courage, resilience and the strength we carry within, even when it is not immediately visible. Painted in oil on canvas, this work is both bold and reflective, designed to connect on a deeper, more personal level over time.
