Ella's Song

    By lheslie_23

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    08 Jun, 2024

    a painting of two elephants in a jungle setting with the sun shining through the trees and the leaves on the ground, Chris LaBrooy, sumatraism, a storybook illustration, jungle

    In the heart of the jungle, Ella, a shy elephant, would often hide behind tall trees whenever other animals approached, feeling too nervous to join their conversations or games.

    an elephant walking through a lush green forest filled with leaves and butterflies, with a red butterfly on its trunk, Chris LaBrooy, sumatraism, a storybook illustration, jungle

    Despite her size and impressive trumpet, Ella was terribly shy. She had a hidden talent that no one knew about – she could sing like a nightingale! But she was too afraid to share her beautiful voice with anyone.

    two parrots are sitting on a branch in the jungle with a sunbeam in the background and a jungle scene, Chris LaBrooy, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, highly detailed digital painting

    One day, a colorful parrot named Pete discovered Ella humming a sweet melody to herself. Pete was mesmerized by her voice and decided he would convince Ella to sing for the other animals.

    a painting of a parrot sitting on a branch with other birds in the background of a jungle scene with flowers and trees, Chris LaBrooy, psychedelic art, a storybook illustration, highly detailed digital painting

    Pete flew to Ella and said, 'Ella, your voice is beautiful! You should sing for the jungle animals during the upcoming talent show.' Ella was hesitant, but Pete was persuasive and encouraging.

    a cartoon elephant with a golden crown and a bell in a forest with flowers and butterflies around it, surrounded by a wooden walkway, Ella Guru, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, official art

    The day of the talent show arrived. Ella, with Pete by her side, took a deep breath and stepped onto the stage. She felt her heart pounding as she looked at the gathered crowd of animals.

    a painting of an elephant surrounded by people in a forest with trees and flowers, with a light shining on the elephant, Chris LaBrooy, magical realism, a storybook illustration, promotional image

    The crowd fell silent, waiting for Ella to begin. With a gentle nod from Pete, Ella closed her eyes and started to sing. Her voice, soft and melodious, filled the air, captivating everyone.

    an elephant is standing in a forest with flowers and trees around it, with a yellow background and a red and orange flower, Chris LaBrooy, psychedelic art, a storybook illustration, josan gonzales and dan mumford

    As her voice soared through the jungle like a gentle breeze, the animals listened in awe, their hearts touched by Ella's beautiful song. Even the rustling leaves seemed to pause to listen to her.

    a cartoon elephant is playing with a bell in the forest at night with flowers and trees around it and a star in the sky, Amédée Ozenfant, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, promotional image

    Pete, watching from the side, was full of pride. He knew Ella had an incredible talent, but hearing her sing with such confidence and grace was an unforgettable experience.

    a cartoon elephant in a yellow dress standing in a forest with elephants and a man on top of it, Chris LaBrooy, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, rossdraws global illumination

    When Ella finished, the jungle erupted in applause. Ella, still a bit shy, bowed and thanked the animals for their kindness. She felt a sense of joy she had never experienced before.

    a girl standing next to an elephant in a forest with butterflies and flowers on it's trunk and a light shining on its trunk, Ella Guru, magical realism, a storybook illustration, storybook illustration

    From that day forward, Ella wasn't as shy anymore. She would often sing for her jungle friends, filling the air with her melodious voice. And Pete, always by her side, would join her with his whistles and chirps.

    a cartoon elephant standing in a forest with flowers and butterflies around it's feet and a tree with a light shining on it, Chris LaBrooy, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, official art

    Ella learned that day that it's okay to be shy, but it's also okay to share your talents with the world. She realized that her voice brought happiness to others, and that made her happy too.

    a cartoon elephant playing a trumpet in a jungle with butterflies and flowers around it, with a butterfly on its back, Ella Guru, fantasy art, a storybook illustration, official art

    The jungle was much livelier with Ella's songs. Her voice echoed through the trees, reminding everyone of the shy elephant who found her courage, thanks to a colorful parrot and a talent show.