Absolutely Breathtaking Lion King Fan Art That True Disney Fans Will Enjoy

I, too, love The Lion King. Do you?

Elana

• Published in Disney
• January 16, 2020

In 1994 The Lion King hit theaters as an animated film that wasn't expected to do as well as the competition. Disney had also released Pocahontas that year and it was anticipated to be the film.

However, The Lion King was the one that totally blew up. In fact, as we've reported on before: The Lion King actually had a hard time drawing in talent and animators.

I imagine that everyone who turned down the opportunity went on to realize it may have been an opportunity of a lifetime.

Since 1994 The Lion King has released sequels, an animated television series, books, and most recently a live-action remake. The desires to satiate our lion-loving needs was there and Disney has always been glad to fulfill those needs.

In return, fans have created incredible works of art as a nod to the beloved characters and iconic story. These are by far some of the most incredible and best examples we've ever seen.

"Remember Me" - by Victor Garcia

Freelance illustrator & Concept artist Victor Garcia created this absolute masterpiece as a nod to one of the most iconic scenes in The Lion King, where Mufasa appears in the sky to help bring Simba back to reality and encourage him to take his rightful place as King.

The stunning blue colors, quite frankly, would make an incredible conversation piece in the home of any art fanatic, but especially for those who are also big time Disney nerds.

The Lion King - Beyonce by Joey Ting

Joey Ting, a Taiwan based artist brought lioness and Beyonce, who voiced Nala in the live-action remake, into one exquisite art piece. The details are jaw-dropping.

Nala Chasing Pumbaa - by Okami_Amaterasu

Okami_Amaterasu uploads a lot of incredible Disney and Lion King fan art to fanpop! The colors and personality in this particular piece, however, really grab your attention and won't let you look away.

Simba - by Marthalaufej

Simba's character is one that lots of young adults can feel connected to. His vulnerability and the way he overcomes his greatest fears to achieve greatness and become who he was meant to be is the sort of thing many of us strive for.

German artist known as Marthalaufej created their version of Simba with tender details and a roaring softness. On Deviant art, Marthalaufej said: "To be creative means to me that you have to be brave."

"Simba, In A Warm Sunrise," by Noy Friman

Aritst Noy Friman created this warm and incredible portrait of Simba.

"Scarrr" by Noy Friman

Equally stunning is Friman's portrait of the Disney villain Scar.

"Mufasa" - by Msmrmastermind

Msmrmastermind's art on DevaintArt is through and through stunning. This portait of the stoic pride leader (and Simba's father,) Mufasa is utterly breathtaking. The artist specializes in incredible custom pet portraits, but this Lion King masterpiece is awe-inspiring.

"Power Couple" - by NostaligicChills

On their Amino Apps profile, NostaligicChills has offered up plenty of Lion King inspired fan art, but this portrait of Simba an Nala tugs at our heart strings. Their friendship led to a romance that led the pride-lands together, that's totally relationship goals.

"Simba and Nala" A Water-Color Comission by SkinTattoo_Studio

No art gallery is complete without body art. Samantha Simonetti is an Italian tattoo artist who customized this water color inspired piece for a client. The playful and endearing nature of Simba and Nala is forever a commemorative piece for this lucky walking art gallery.

"Pride Rock" - Victor Garcia

From Barcelona, Spain, Garcia once again bursts into our gallery of admirable art pieces with this inspiring painting of Pride Rock. The center of The Lion King, the source of Simba's pride and fears all come together in one incredible piece of art bursting with color and emotion.

"Simba As A Cub" - by Imalou

Inspired by the trailer of the live-action remake, French artist Léa, also known on DeviantArt as Imalou, offered her version of baby Simba. The details leave us sighing with awe and pure adoration.

"Funny Simba and Nala" by LyubavArt

Russian artist "LyubavArt" loves to create and features a ton of Lion King inspired art on their Instagram. This amusing piece from one of the funniest parts in the original animated film has left us giggling and nostalgic.

"Father & Son" - by n1nao

Using Krita, a free a free and digital open source painting program, this artist created a unique piece of work we cannot get enough of. You can see more of ninao's artwork here, where they express they are an illustrator and "wannabe indie game developer." We hope they continue to express themselves through art though because they're really skilled and talented.

Simba and Nala by les_dessins_de_toto

This French artist explored their tablet for the second time and spent almost 4 hours creating this endearing piece of Simba and Nala. The romance is alive and well, and inspiring, too!

"Scar" - by Ikouzhy

Spanish artist Ikouzhy shared this awesome piece she made of Scar, the iconic Disney villain himself. On Deviant Art, Ikouzhy shares a small handful of characters she regular works on and we are so glad she made this piece of Scar.

"Baby Simba" - by kumasunart

Oliver, the artist behind kumasunart says that The Lion King is their favorite movie and was inspired to create this adorable piece of baby Simba.

"Peakaboo Simba" by izi_art_i_guess

Izi regularly posts Lion King fan art but this adorable piece of Simba feels like it's filling a gap between baby Simba, and the only other versions of Simba we really got a good look at, "young adult" and "adult." This Simba looks like he exists between a baby or child and a young adult and we are so excited to see this playful rendition and depiction.

"Rafiki" - by Aizarraffoul

The all-knowing Rafiki is an often under-appreciated and over-looked character from The Lion King that deserves a lot more appreciation and celebration. We appreciate aizarraffoul's art piece of Rafiki for the brilliant details and warm yet stunning colors. The Mexican artist's gallery on Deviant art features a plethora of pop culture icons re-invisioned with his touch and is worth a gander!

What did you think of this incredible Lion King art? Share your thoughts in the comment section now!

Elana