Vulrures eating elephant painting

When I’m not tattooing I like to paint and draw. Here is the rough drawing of vultures eating an elephant done on 18 by 24 inch masonite. The Idea came from a love of nature, life and death all grouped into one.

Vultures eating Elephant painting

This is the second phase of the painting where the basic colors are put down to start defining the objects. I like using acrylic paint because it allows me to work quick.

Vultures eating Elephant painting

Here is the finished piece. I add the brightest colors as the last phase of the painting. I’ve always been a fan of impressionism over hyper realism because it captures a mood and feel of a piece, and leaves the process open to the viewer.