Tongue in Cheek - Original Donkey Painting

He doesn’t pose.

Head cocked to the side, tongue out, meeting the world with humour instead of hesitation.

He is not trying to impress anyone. He has carried more than most, asked for less than he deserved — and somewhere along the way, he stopped pretending to be anything other than exactly what he is.

There is joy in this piece.

A spark of mischief.

A quiet refusal to be anything other than exactly what he is.

This original piece began in loose, expressive acrylic ink — deep, dramatic shadows layered with vivid reds, oranges, yellows and touches of blue. The movement of the ink created bold contrast and spontaneity before layers of acrylic paint were built up to shape texture, detail, and his unmistakable personality.

Painted on high-quality acrylic paper, this one-of-a-kind artwork carries authentic splatters, textured brushwork, and rich tonal depth that cannot be replicated in print.

Size: 17.8cm x 25.5cm

Perfect for collectors who are drawn to expressive character, bold colour, and art that makes them smile.

Details & Authenticity

• Original, one-of-a-kind artwork
• Created using acrylic ink and acrylic paint on acrylic paper
• Signed by the artist
• Includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity
• Carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery
• Please allow 3–5 working days for dispatch and an extra 5 days for framed options

Because sometimes the bravest thing you can be
is completely, unapologetically yourself.