Red Panda Tea Shopkeeper

A red panda runs a cozy woodland tea stall built into an old tree hollow, surrounded by ceramic cups and bundles of fragrant leaves. The scene combines a cute animal character with the warmth of a miniature artisan shop. Subject: A fluffy red panda with russet fur, cream facial markings, dark eye patches, rounded ears, bright eyes, and a ringed tail draped around a stool. Clothing: A moss-green apron over a simple oatmeal-colored shirt, with a small stitched pocket and a soft linen neckerchief. Action: Standing on a low wooden step, the red panda carefully pours tea from a tiny brass kettle into a handmade cup. Environment: A tree-hollow counter with shelves of tea tins, hanging dried herbs, a small chalkboard menu, acorn jars, and leafy vines around the doorway. Lighting: Golden lantern light glows from within the hollow, balanced by cool late-afternoon forest light from outside and delicate highlights on the kettle. Camera: Three-quarter medium shot at the counter's height, with cups in the foreground and the leafy doorway softly blurred behind. Style Details: Whimsical 3D illustration, tactile fur and wood grain, glazed ceramic materials, warm earthy palette, cozy handcrafted details, inviting animated-film quality.