Meet Lonely Lion
Q: So LL, how did you become interested in art?
A great question. It started when I realised how bleak and bland my cave was looking. It just didn’t represent me, you know? Other lions might like the generic, straight-from-the-high-street stuff, but to me it felt inauthentic.
That’s when I started experimenting with art. I knew what I liked, and no one could express it better than me, so that’s what I did.
These days, creating things is one of the few reliable ways I can make sense of the modern jungle.
Q: Where did the name 'Lonely Lion' come from?
Well, I hope the lion part is obvious! Haha, no, I won’t eat you, promise — I already had lunch.
As for the lonely part, aren’t all artists lonely creatures? There are plenty of animals in the savannah, but not many I like. Maybe they don’t like me either. I don’t know.
Lonely is a family name, though sometimes it feels like a prophecy.
It’s a difficult balance: wanting connection while desperately hoping nobody knocks on the den door.
Q: Aww, LL, I'm sorry to hear that! What is life like for an introverted lion in the modern jungle?
Loud.
There are offices, phones, neighbours, supermarkets, gym classes, public transport and a worrying number of animals who seem unaware that headphones exist.
I do my best to navigate it all with dignity, although I cannot promise success.
Thankfully, there are books, coffee, art and the sanctuary of the den to restore some balance. Though the family of apes next door make even that a challenge.
Q: So what can people expect to see from Lonely Lion Art?
Expect nothing, and you’ll never be disappointed.
I’m joking. Mostly.
You can expect the musings of an introverted lion attempting to survive the modern jungle. There will be office life, books, noisy neighbours, gym struggles, public behaviour, creative frustration and the occasional existential crisis.
There will also be art, because I’m still a struggling artist at heart. If I ever find that place where peace and creativity overlap, I'm sure it will produce wonderful things. If only...
Q: Sounds fantastic! Thanks for your time LL. Where can people keep up with your latest adventures?
Social media is probably the best place to find me, despite the irony of an introvert relying on social platforms.
You’ll find my latest musings, observations and small crises there, along with the occasional new product from the den.
If you’d rather have updates delivered directly to you, you can also join the pride below.
Thank you for stopping by. I hope you find something here that makes the modern jungle feel a little less ridiculous.
I want Lonely Lion to be a place where everyone finds something they love.