Hibbary has always been one of my favorite artists in regards to her impressive work with color. When she's drawing, colors aren't random RGB values from references, but a major part of pictures. She's also one of the old time The Lion King fans.
Unfortunately, catching a chance to commission some artists is close to impossible, and such is the case with Hibbary. So when I saw an opportunity to get at least a tiny badge from her, I didn't think twice.
Originally the snow leopard was intended to be smirking, but the lip line was kinda lost during coloring. Oh well.
Anyway, I've been using this picture as my avatar for quite some time. ________
Hibbary / 
Hibbary / Hibbary, January 2009 (original submission).
