If you have not seen the movie “Lion” starring Dev Patel, you really should, it is a wild ride, lovely story and contains reference to an Indian name that means “Lion”:

I have been looking for nice lion models and a friend on Fakebook (Oriol Esteve from Spain) graciously shared a recent design. I knew I needed to have a go at it.

A relatively simple model, this little lion is a cutie. Simple does not mean not challenging. I like the colour change for the mane and the tail tip, can see some modelling potential and appreciate the cartoon morphology of the beast.

Folded from a square of Daiso bi-colour 15cm square paper, I think I will fold this again as I can imagine the cutest little pride of lions taking over my lounge room.