Panther (2026) Original Oil Painting by Ira Whittaker

This painting captures a quiet moment between a woman and a black panther. There is no fear — only calm awareness and mutual respect.
For me, the panther symbolizes our inner strength and instinct — the part of ourselves that is powerful, intuitive, and often hidden. The woman doesn’t try to control it; she simply stands with it.
I wanted to create a feeling of stillness and connection, where strength doesn’t need to be loud.
The textured background and soft gold tones add warmth and depth, giving the piece a sense of timeless presence.
This artwork is part of my ongoing series "Her and the Wild", where I explore the relationship between femininity and the untamed inner world.
Enjoy my art.

Materials used:

oil, canvas, brushes, palette knife

Details:

• Oil painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 50.8 x 80.77 x 1.78cm (unframed) / 50.8 x 80.77cm (actual image size)
• Ready to hang
• Signed certificate of authenticity
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: People and portraits