It's often said that the ability to create art is what separates man from beast, but elephants around the globe are challenging that assumption. It now seems that the only thing that stopped these magnificent creatures from getting their creative groove on was access to decent art supplies. As this video shows, when given a canvas and paint, elephants can create work to rival that of the masters.
If you'd like to get into the Elephant Art world, your can purchase paintings from the Asian Elephant Art & Conservation Project, a non-profit "dedicated to saving the diminishing number of Asian elephants left on our planet through its work with domesticated elephants." The Daily Mantra is a particular fan of Libby and Boombin's abstract florals, Yod Yeam's colorful pointelist works, and Duanpen's Monet-influenced, impressionist pieces. Prices range from $150.00 to $1,200. Click HERE for more info and a link to the online store.
Above art, from left to right, by Duanpen, Boombin, Duanpen, Libby, and Duanpen.
