The painting captures a majestic orange and white lion, presented in a close-up profile view, its gaze penetrating with vivid green eyes that stand out against a muted grey backdrop. The lion’s mane, long and flowing, ripples as though caressed by an unseen breeze, rendered in an exquisite fantasy art style that merges elements of hyper-realism and the delicate touches typical of an airbrushed anime oil painting. The soft lighting accentuates the textural details in the lion’s fur, enhancing the overall ethereal quality of the piece. This artwork serves as one of the best style reference techniques in MidJourney, showcasing how fantasy and realism can coalesce to create a visually stunning and imaginative portrait.