This detailed drawing of a Gila Monster took 9 hours and 54 minutes to complete, capturing the unique texture and striking patterns of this remarkable creature.

Gila Monsters are one of the few venomous lizards in the world, native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. Known for their distinctive orange and black coloration, these slow-moving reptiles are primarily found in arid desert environments, where they live in burrows and feed on small mammals, birds, and eggs. Despite their venomous bite, Gila Monsters are generally reclusive and pose little threat to humans.

This artwork seeks to reflect their unique beauty, with careful attention paid to their rough, bead-like scales and vivid colors, emphasizing the creature’s fascinating presence in the wild.