The Animal Kingdom Artwork by Paul Myrick
Witty likenesses of creatures in watercolor.
Welcome to my Animal Kingdom -- a lively menagerie of watercolor creatures from fluffly barn owls to pig-fish hybrids to frogs that will attack you!
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Original Artwork By
Paul Myrick
Barn Owl
Wide-eyed and delightfully tousled, Barn Owl perches somewhere between wisdom and whimsy. Painted by Paul Myrick in textured whites and golden accents, this feathery character seems to have just flown through a midnight adventure — a little ruffled, a little curious, and entirely endearing.
Butterfly
Vibrant, lively, and entirely too glamorous for the garden, Butterfly flutters off the page in bold red and golden tones. Painted by Paul Myrick in his signature whimsical style, this striking creature celebrates transformation with confidence and color — a reminder that even in the Animal Kingdom, elegance can have a wild streak.
Crab
Cheerful and a little crabby, this sunny character looks ready to dance across the sand or pinch anyone who gets too close. With its golden shell and raised claws, Crab brings a splash of seaside humor to the Animal Kingdom — proof that even crustaceans can have personality.
Raven
Dark, dramatic, and just a touch theatrical, Raven channels the moody charm of Roger Corman’s classic film The Raven. With a knowing glint in its eye and feathers brushed in shades of mystery, this bird looks ready to recite poetry — or cast a spell — at any moment.
Tuna Pork
Half pig, half fish, and entirely legendary, Tuna Pork was born from a conversation about a delicious Italian dish called “tuna of the land.” One thing led to another, and suddenly this cheerful hybrid was swimming through imagination — part surf, part turf, and all personality. It’s the creature you never knew you needed on your plate—or your wall.
Vampire Bat
Fanged, flustered, and faintly familiar, Vampire Bat swoops in with gothic charm and a hint of camp — clearly inspired by the shadowy world of Dark Shadows and its kin of classic screen vampires. Equal parts spooky and silly, this winged night owl (well, bat) proves that even creatures of the night can have a sense of humor.
Clown Fish
Always ready for the spotlight, Clown Fish takes its name literally — complete with a jaunty red-and-green clown hat and an expression that says “ta-da!” Equal parts ocean dweller and circus act, this little performer proves that comedy really does come in all shapes, stripes, and species.
Aardvark
Soft, pink, and wonderfully peculiar, Aardvark looks like it’s halfway between a bedtime story and a science experiment. With oversized ears and a gentle expression, this lovable oddity reminds us that being unusual is just another form of charm.
Starfish
Wearing a tiny crown and plenty of confidence, Starfish clearly rules its corner of the ocean. With royal purple arms outstretched, this little monarch of the sea proves that true royalty doesn’t need a throne—just five good points and some sparkle.
Jellyfish
Graceful, glowing, and just a bit goofy, Jellyfish drifts through the sea like it’s late to a dance party. With flowing tentacles and bright bubblegum spots, this buoyant beauty adds a splash of whimsy to the underwater world — showing that even the squishiest creatures can have style.
Octopus
Bright, pink, and full of personality, Octopus stretches all eight arms into the spotlight. Equal parts mischief and grace, this quick-thinking creature looks ready to juggle seashells, shake hands, or simply wave hello to its underwater fans.
Vicious Frog
With a grin full of teeth and eyes that mean business, Vicious Frog is clearly not your average pond-hopper. Equal parts menace and mischief, this amphibian looks ready to star in its own monster movie — or at least scare a few flies into behaving.