Albert II was the first mammal to reach outer space. In 1949, he launched aboard a rocket from New Mexico and traveled high above Earth while connected to instruments that monitored his vital signs. Though his mission ended tragically when his capsule returned, his journey helped pave the way for human spaceflight and inspired generations to reach for the stars. I drew this imagining a happier outcome—Albert living a long, natural life among the stars, exploring freely and discovering new worlds. May he rest in peace as the true hero he was.
- Medium: Pen, ink & marker
