What's my favorite wildlife subject to paint?

There are so many wonderful subjects to paint in the world of wildlife and nature, an endless variety. So far I've has painted diverse subjects from many different parts of the world. Usually I'd say that the big cats with their mixture of beauty, grace and raw power, are a preference to paint but many other creatures draw my artistic attention. The big game of Africa, elephants and rhino especially, are also a delight to study and paint. Then there is sea life, whales and dolphins within their water environment, fantastic subjects for any artist. Bird life draws the artists eye too, from the grandeur of the eagle to the splendor of the kingfisher, again the subjects are almost limitless! As is apparent, I find inspiration to paint from all varieties of wildlife and their varied habitats, creation certainly displays a vastness of both and holds much to marvel at by any open eye.

A taste of Adventure!

Here's an extract from my Namibian Safari, it can be read in full on my website:
"Namibia is a country that has so much of the unique African experience yet with a distinctiveness all of its own.This is a huge land, bordered by South Africa in the South, Botswana to the East, Angola the North, and the cold Atlantic Ocean on its Western flank. On arriving at Windhoek a few hours drive to Mt.Etjo Game Reserve made a welcome first port of call for the Namibian Safari.

A late afternoon game drive was highlighted by time spent with a white rhino and her eight month old youngster. Such delightful company in the evening light, so evocative of Africa, made the long journey immediately worthwhile. Tracking a large bull white rhino on foot was an exciting challenge, the bush was thick and the importance of remaining down wind from the rhino was emphasized as each step brought the massive bulk closer and closer. Other wildlife observed included a nyala antelope and baby, black sable, roan antelope, giraffe, kudu, an elephant pushing down a tree with consummate ease, and a pair of pale-chanted goshawks hunting for yellow mongoose... ."

Everytime I think of Africa I long to be there again. It's a Continent that floods the senses and always provides much inspiration - I think it's time to plan the next safari!