Timothy Banks

Lion Guard, Original Painting

2023

Artist Comments
A majestic lion stands sentinel. Its piercing eye and towering mane evoke strength and silent vigilance. Bold geometric planes and vivid color give life to its form. The artwork fuses modern abstraction with storytelling, transforming the king of beasts into a regal, contemporary icon.

About the Artist
Artist Timothy Banks paints stylized animals that look like origami brought to life—folded with precision, yet softened by the fluidity of watercolor. “Each animal begins as a sketch, but I build in movement, memory, and personality as I go,” says Timothy. A longtime illustrator with a background in children’s books and commercial work, he eventually turned his attention to personal paintings filled with bold shapes, layered colors, and expressive lines. His animals often hint at something deeper: a quiet emotion, a sense of play, or a flash of familiarity. Timothy works from a sun-drenched parlor studio in a historic 19th-century Charleston building with tall ceilings and views of the city’s rooftops. When he’s not painting, he’s usually cycling around town, kayaking through Lowcountry creeks, or making art with his three daughters.

Words that describe this painting: lion, art, geometric, wildlife, cubist, whimsical, mythical, jungle, animals, modern , watercolor painting, red

Lion Guard
Timothy Banks
Watercolor painting on paper
Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2023
18 in. h x 12 in. w
0 lbs. 1 oz.