Although the popular children’s film set in the African Savanna may have you believe that the lion king’s trusted sidekick and chief messenger is a chatty and somewhat friendly people pleaser, let this painting be a wake-up call that the African red-billed hornbill takes life seriously and is not someone you would want to be caught in a disagreement with. 
 
 
The soft green and grey background along with the back white and grey feathers, help further highlight the profound expression of the bird and its huge fire coloured bill. 
 
This painting is great for an office or work environment where the serious expression of the hornbill can reflect the energy of the room.