The first time I saw a pangolin I immediately imagined it made of metal. And I am a sucker for repetition. Also I have always loved artichokes and the pangolin is essentially the cute animal version of an artichoke, right?

It was incredibly satisfying to watch this pangolin sculpture take shape one scale at a time, and by the time I got to add the face and claws it really clicked and came alive. This incredible animal deserves more of our attention as it is one of the most poached animals on earth. Let's make sure these creatures will be around for a long time to come. If you are interested in helping here are some websites working to protect them!

This metal pangolin sculpture is free standing, made entirely of stainless steel, colored using only heat patinas, and is safe to be kept outdoors!