“Guardian of the Plains” – Acrylic on Canvas by Dorinda Newson
 
Evocative and powerful, “Guardian of the Plains” captures the quiet strength of the rhinoceros — a creature both ancient and endangered, standing as a symbol of resilience and grace amid the vast African landscape.
 
Dorinda Newson’s masterful use of acrylics brings texture and depth to the composition: each brushstroke conveys the tactile solidity of the rhino’s form against the soft expanse of savannah light. Subtle layers of ochre, umber and sage evoke the warmth of the earth and the stillness of the wild.
 
Balancing realism with atmosphere, this piece invites reflection on nature’s grandeur and fragility. A compelling addition to any wildlife or fine-art collection, “Guardian of the Plains” is both a tribute and a quiet call to preservation.
 
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
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Artist: Dorinda Newson
Original artwork – signed by the artist