Gabriela Noelle

Panchi the Cuban Crocodile

2024

14 x 84 x 2 ″

Acrylic, oil, pastel, pigment stick on canvas

Panchi the Cuban Crocodile is an exuberant, elongated tribute to one of nature’s most formidable creatures, reimagined in a vibrant pink that defies expectations. Set against a background of lush green, Panchi stretches across multiple canvases, creating a sense of movement and scale that captures the crocodile's natural majesty with a playful twist. A small, curious bird perched on Panchi’s snout adds a delightful interaction, symbolizing harmony between predator and friend. Panchi’s bright pink body and expressive shape celebrate the unexpected beauty in the animal kingdom, turning a symbol of ferocity into a creature of charm and curiosity.