Do you know the difference between a monkey and an ape?

I did not know, I found out the day I met this silver back.

the difference: Monkeys have tails.

Last year my husband & I visited the world famous San Diego Zoo. There I met this

incredible silver back gorilla, the pride and joy of the zoo.

He was relaxed, just lounging around keeping a watchful eye on his family and then he turn to look at me!

Pencil on Acid-free board.

4x6

Original for sale on eBay. You can click on this link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/120924618744

Espresso Art Original Pastel monkey coffee cup -MBurton

Pastel & Aquarel  on professional mat board
4 x 6.5 inches
2011
About the painting:

"Sweet Maria's Monkey Cup & Pitcher", is painted in a very contemporary realistic style.

Non-fading pastel colors are used on professional archival grade mat board. 
Artwork comes in a clear soft sleeve with a rigid backing for protection and it is initialed on the front and signed on the back by me,  the artist.

This particular painting has been featured in the following artists' groups:

• Painters Universe
• All Things Coffee Group

Sold