Alba, the White Beaver

    By leozo01

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    18 Sep, 2024

    two white animals sitting on a rock in a river at sunset with a mountain in the background and trees, Evgeny Lushpin, environmental art, a photorealistic painting, award-winning photograph

    There was a special little beaver named Alba born at the riverbank. His fur was as white as the snow, making him stand out among his brown-furred peers.

    a white polar bear sitting on a log in front of a lake at sunset with a sunset in the background, Clovis Trouille, art photography, a portrait, award-winning photograph

    Alba was an albino beaver, which made him different from others. He was aware of his uniqueness, but he wanted to be like everyone else.

    a group of animals standing around a table with a teacher's desk in the background and a teacher's desk in the background, Chris LaBrooy, institutional critique, a storybook illustration, promotional image

    Alba went to school with other young beavers under the guidance of Mr. Oak. Despite his different appearance, Alba was just as eager to learn and play.

    a beaver in a suit and tie sitting on a table in a classroom with other children in the background, Chris LaBrooy, american barbizon school, a storybook illustration, cgstudio

    One day, Mr. Oak announced a builder competition. Alba was excited. He saw it as an opportunity to prove his worth.

    a group of animals standing on top of a dirt field next to a forest filled with people and buildings, Chris LaBrooy, american scene painting, a storybook illustration, weta digital

    To blend in, Alba covered his fur with mud before the competition. He didn't want anyone to judge him based on his fur color.

    a wet groundhog standing on a log in a forest with mossy trees in the background and a stream running through the forest, Brenda Chamberlain, naturalism, a stock photo, animal photography

    The competition started, and Alba began to build, putting all his heart into it. His mud-covered fur didn't hinder his skills or determination.

    a group of animals standing in the snow in front of trees and logs with snow on them and snow on the ground, Chris LaBrooy, furry art, a storybook illustration, official art

    As the competition ended, everyone marveled at Alba's structure. It was strong, elegant, and stood out among the rest.

    a group of brown bears standing on top of a rock in a forest next to a forest filled with trees, Chris LaBrooy, kitsch movement, a 3D render, weta digital

    Mr. Oak announced Alba as the winner. The crowd cheered, their applause echoing across the riverbank. Alba's heart swelled with happiness. His parents were overfilled with joy. They always knew Alba was special.

    a boy standing next to a white animal in the snow at night with a full moon in the sky, Anne Geddes, art photography, a storybook illustration, highly detailed digital painting

    That night, Alba washed off the mud, revealing his white fur. He realized he didn't have to hide who he was to prove his worth.

    a white polar bear sitting on a rock in the snow at night with a full moon in the background, Chris LaBrooy, furry art, an airbrush painting, highly detailed digital painting

    Alba, the white beaver, had proven that what matters is not how you look, but what you can do. And he was proud of who he was.