ffff I need to learn how to use GIMP..coloring stinks, ;w;
But besides that, this is just a sketch, which then became colored. Used three different layers/colors to get the shade of her pelt at least almost correct (I don't have a blending pencil, so each color is very apparent |D; )
Many flaws, but seeing as it's just a sketch it's not made to full perfection; just wanted to get a decent enough ref of her face/eyes on here ♥

A more updated version of Balu now. He's lost the flowers on his horns and replaced them with whispy candles. All of that fluffy neck fluff has simmered down into something sleek yet still fluffy. That tail of his grew out into a nice tuft of long red hair. He's much calmer and normally just walks around the forest minding his own. If you happen to spot him you wouldn't miss him! Bright red pelt with candle horns and a long red and white mask. Don't be shy <3

Miss one word in a sentence and the things that result from it... orz