White Rhinoceros In Summer Sun Acrylic Print

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Original wildlife art by Sharon McConnell features the White Rhinoceros.The photo was taken at The Wilds, a nature preserve in Cumberland, Ohio. I added digital texture and photo painting to achieve the finished painted canvas appearance.

The white rhinoceros or square-lipped rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) is the largest extant species of rhinoceros. It has a wide mouth used for grazing and is the most social of all rhino species. The white rhinoceros weighs slightly more on average than a hippopotamus despite a considerable mass overlap between these two species. It has a massive body and large head, a short neck and broad chest. The head and body length is 3.7 to 4 m (12.1 to 13.1 ft) in males and 3.4 to 3.65 m (11.2 to 12.0 ft) in females, with the tail adding another 70 cm (28 in).

On its snout it has two horn-like growths, one behind the other. These are made of solid keratin, in which they differ from the horns of bovids (cattle and their relatives), which...

Sharon McConnell; From central Ohio, USA, I am a fine art and nature photographer, capturing moments in time and beautiful places, merging them together into the imagery of my art. From my very early memories I have been drawn to the wonders of nature. My father taught me to appreciate the details; the colors, textures, and intricate wonders in nature when you slow down and look closely. I strive to capture that beauty in my photo art. Each image tells a story and can stir emotion within the viewer. Maybe it reminds you of a place you've visited, a favorite encounter or fragrance. Perhaps it stirs a memory of a loved one, or a special day, or maybe it just makes you feel happy! Life is fragile, and nature reminds us to enjoy each...