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Lion of Judah — My Latest Watercolor

This is a private commission for Kevin & Julie Ortenblad to hang above the music room at their lodge called Sanctuary in Colorado.

It is the largest watercolor I have ever painted.

36″ x 45″

I used special order Arches handmade watercolor paper.

There are several symbolic references.

Various size prints are available.

To purchase an archival Giclee print go HERE.

Simply specify in the notes at purchase “Lion of Judah”

What do you think?

50 Responses to “Lion of Judah — My Latest Watercolor”

Mark Jaffrey December 17, 2010 at 13:35

Magnificent! I hope I can see the actual painting in Feb?
- Randy Elrod December 17, 2010 at 13:52
  
  @Mark Jaffrey, Thanks, Mark, It goes to a private home in Colorado today. Road trip?
Kathleen Overby December 17, 2010 at 13:36

Just yesterday I was imagining what it would be like to have Aslan look me full in the eye. Feel his breath quickening me. Then this, today. A gift. He’s carries well.
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- Randy Elrod December 17, 2010 at 13:53
  
  @Kathleen Overby, Thanks, Kathleen!!
Benita Teems December 17, 2010 at 13:42

Incredible!!!
- Randy Elrod December 17, 2010 at 13:53
  
  @Benita Teems, Ah, thanks, Benita!!
Deana O'Hara December 17, 2010 at 13:44

Each of your paintings get better and better Randy. Nice work.
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- Randy Elrod December 17, 2010 at 13:54
  
  @Deana O’Hara, Thanks, Deana. You bought one of my favorite originals ever. I still love that painting!! Hope you are enjoying it, and thanks for supporting an artist like me.
Julie Kolb December 17, 2010 at 13:45

Completely blown away…It’s wonderful!!
- Randy Elrod December 17, 2010 at 13:55
  
  @Julie Kolb, Thanks, Julie. I’m really pleased. However, there is no way this picture on the blog does the original justice. It is so big!!
  - Julie Kolb December 17, 2010 at 15:24
    
    @Randy Elrod, No doubt, the original is even more grand in size and appearance!!…I’m certain the recipient of this piece shall be well pleased
    - Randy December 17, 2010 at 19:33
      
      @Julie Kolb, I hope so!!
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Diana Fraser December 17, 2010 at 14:09

He’s a beauty, Randy. Absolutely beautiful. I can only imagine what he looks like full size.
- Randy Elrod December 17, 2010 at 14:28
  
  @Diana Fraser, Thanks so much, Diana!
Clint Talton December 17, 2010 at 14:30

Wow…this is incredible Randy!
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- Randy December 17, 2010 at 19:31
  
  @Clint Talton, Thanks so much, Clint!
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Christy December 17, 2010 at 14:34

Absolutely stunning. The complexity of the lion yet the simple look of the whole painting is beautiful.
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- Randy December 17, 2010 at 19:30
  
  @Christy, thanks, christy. I LOVE your observation!! Quite a compliment.
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mandythompson December 17, 2010 at 15:24

I can’t believe it took you a few days to knock this out. Amazing.

Drops of holy water?
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- Randy December 17, 2010 at 19:28
  
  @mandythompson, Hmmmmmm. First, drops of holy water, I LOVE that? See anything else?
  
  Also, do you think it should have taken me longer or shorter?
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  - Julie Kolb December 17, 2010 at 19:45
    
    @Randy, I do, and very distinctly…but I will let Mandy answer ;)
    - mandythompson December 17, 2010 at 19:56
      
      @Julie Kolb,
      I also see water around his mouth. But I don’t want to think about that because I have an aversion to saliva. ew.
      
      More importantly, in the words of my husband: “That doesn’t look like the Lion of Judah. The Lion of Judah looks like a lamb.” THEN I saw it.
      Nicely done, Randy.
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      - mandythompson December 17, 2010 at 19:59
        
        @mandythompson, And, considering the detail work, longer. But sometimes artists get all manic and in the flow and it just happens fast like that. When inspiration strikes, we should do our best to make room for it in our lives.
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        mandythompson December 17, 2010 at 20:15
        
        @mandythompson, And, maybe, John 19:34?
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      - Randy Elrod December 18, 2010 at 14:06
        
        @mandythompson, Ah,yes!!!
Deana O'Hara December 17, 2010 at 15:25

I’m in a really fun mood today, if we were speaking live, I have the best joke for here — but we aren’t so I won’t. Anyway, as for paintings, all I ever purchased before were giclees or modified (embellished) prints. An Apple A Day is my first original painting. She is beautiful and I love it. Yes, I’m enjoying it. — Keep painting my friend.
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- Deana O'Hara December 17, 2010 at 15:26
  
  @Deana O’Hara, — okay Randy — this comment was in reply to yours.. but I pressed the wrong button and it’s stuck here — sorry. I’m a nerd. LOL
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- Randy December 17, 2010 at 19:26
  
  @Deana O’Hara, Thanks, Deana!! Now I’m curious!!
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Jason December 17, 2010 at 22:28

OK, I’m no “art critic” or anything close to it…but I see something when I look at that picture beyond the lamb that’s not immediately noticeable. If looking at the lion itself, the grey and white coloring just adds a depth of age and wisdom. The lion captured me with a feeling of a fierce wisdom that nothing could stand against.

Yeah, maybe it’s silly to see that but it captivated me for a few minutes. Great job, Randy. You have such an gift for painting.
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- Randy Elrod December 18, 2010 at 08:03
  
  @Jason, Thanks, Jason. It is not silly, no matter the artist, art that contains truth, beauty, goodness, radiance, balance and wholeness should move us.
  
  I don’t dare hope for all those aspects,but I know there are some.
Sandra Heska King December 18, 2010 at 14:26

GASP!
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- Randy Elrod December 18, 2010 at 17:31
  
  @Sandra Heska King, Is that a good gasp?
Randy December 18, 2010 at 14:58

Randy, I love this painting as well as the one I have hanging in my home. You DO get better with each painting. In regard to symbolism I always hate to look for what isn’t there but…… I thought I saw blood, a tear, tears from above, and water. Diane thought she saw Waldo!
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Ken December 18, 2010 at 15:00

Sorry that last comment was mine. The spaces were filled in with your info by default. I pressed submit before changing them.
- Randy Elrod December 18, 2010 at 17:33
  
  @Ken, Ha!!! Anything else? Great observation!!
Candace December 18, 2010 at 15:30

Wow factor! Creative choices in colors, including light blue below the mouth…gave it interesting dimension!
- Randy Elrod December 18, 2010 at 17:32
  
  @Candace, Thanks, Candace!!!
Sandra Heska King December 18, 2010 at 20:36

Oh, absolutely. Leaves me breathless.
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- Randy Elrod December 19, 2010 at 08:31
  
  @Sandra Heska King, Ah,thanks! The word “breathless” is the highest compliment to me!
Rich Kirkpatrick December 19, 2010 at 00:42

Very impressive Randy!
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- Randy Elrod December 19, 2010 at 08:31
  
  @Rich Kirkpatrick, thanks so much, Rich!!
Krissy December 19, 2010 at 17:40

I love it! The name, “The Lion of The Tribe of Judah” pierces my soul, so this is absolutely breathtaking!
- Randy December 20, 2010 at 07:51
  
  @Krissy, Thanks, Krissy. The idea of “piercing your soul” and the description of “breathtaking” mean more than I can describe. Thanks!
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Michelle Wegner December 19, 2010 at 18:55

I love this. :)
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- Randy December 20, 2010 at 07:51
  
  @Michelle Wegner, Thanks so much for the RT’s and the comment!!
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Chuck Harris December 20, 2010 at 10:14

one word. “nuance”

there are so many of them in this piece. again your use of perspective and light continues to amaze me. and since it’s a commissioned work, looks like you are finding your Medici’s. thanks for the “continual creating”
- Randy December 20, 2010 at 16:35
  
  @Chuck Harris, Ah, chuck. Your comments are such an encouragement tome. You are a Medici yourself!!
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  - Chuck Harris December 20, 2010 at 18:09
    
    @Randy, i would say in an appreciation sense. wish i could fund more art, including my own.
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    - Randy Elrod December 21, 2010 at 08:05
      
      @Chuck Harris, Encouragement to an artist is a big deal!! You’ll be able to fund more-just give it time!

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