Lion

I felt like drawing something from a photo reference.
Sadly, it has been awhile since I've done something like this. Haven't had the time!

I was drawing while watching Beauty and The Beast (I confess!); I think my subconscious wanted me to pick a movie with a lion-like beast in it. (And I don't own the Lion King.)

Speaking of Disney, I'm feeling like the mane became subtly influenced by Disney Princesses' hair texture... especially near the bottom of the drawing.

(Graphite on bristol board)