” Infographics and illustrations about animal species and curiosities from the natural world. The project was initially thought and proposed as a content dedicated to a weekly science column for magazines and newspapers. Presenting endangered, unique or peculiar species as well as comparing pattern behaviour between animals, the … Continued
The artists participating in VERGE exhibition are definitely talented, but this talent doesn’t come from natural abilities. Their unique artistic styles come from hard work, exploring and life lessons. But what story hides behind the talent? If you have missed … Continued
SANCCOB, a registered non-profit organisation (NPO 003-134) exists purely because of one person’s decision. Behind this decision is a lot more than a simple “I will do this”. What stands behind SANCCOB and what do they do for the environment … Continued
With all the noise around us, it can be difficult to hear our inner voice. Yet these artists are in tune with the connection they have with nature. Guided by their inner want, they create their voice in their own specific … Continued
Pledge Nature Reserve has quite the story behind its origin. This reserve is about 10ha and can be found in the heart of Knysna. Showing off the green vegetation, it’s hard to imagine that it was anything but protected and … Continued
With VERGE exhibition slowly creeping closer, we would like to introduce to you our artists. They all work hard to bring their love for nature, their need to conserve and their amazing artistic talent together for you. From here on … Continued
Have you ever tried to do something that you really have a passion for? That passion propels you further than you thought possible. Nature Valley Trust (NVT) has that drive. As such, this non-profit oganisation has reached plenty of remarkable … Continued
From: Art and endangered species: eye candy, or action? by Dustin Welbourne “…National Geographic magazine has been publishing brilliant wildlife pictures since 1906, and publishing articles about endangered species earlier still, yet problems persist. In the November 1900 issue of National Geographic John … Continued
We already know that together we are stronger. But Breton Blue Trust knew this from the start. Collaborating with organisations such as Lepidopterists’ Society of Africa (LSA), Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT), Wildlife & Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) and … Continued
It’s easy to fall in love with Knysna’s ferns, lush forest and fantastic ocean views. But it is also easy to forget about the conservation efforts that help keep it this way. Knysna Basin Project can be seen at the … Continued
Mobility Emma Willemse Installation view at Hoofstraat Conceptual, Riebeek Kasteel. Eucalyptus bark, wooden shelf, mutton cloth Part of the Eucalyptus dislocation series of Site specific installations in an ongoing investigation of the meanings generated by the Eucalyptus tree in South … Continued
I AM WATER can be considered a movement rather than a foundation. I AM WATER aims to protect the only true untamed wild left, the ocean. Yet they are aware that conservation is more than telling people to stop throwing rubbish into … Continued
Walks With Lions Gary Frier oil on stretched canvas W:100cm x H:100cm x D:4cm The artist donates 25% of his fee for this artwork to GG Conservation. Buy this artwork >>
Inopportune: Stage Two (detail) Cai Guo-Qiang, 2004, nine life-sized tiger replicas, arrows, and mountain stage prop. Tigers: papier-mâché, plaster,fiberglass, resin, and painted hide; arrows: brass, threaded bamboo shaft, and feathers; and stage prop: Styrofoam, wood, canvas, and acrylic paint, dimensions … Continued
Saturday I was delighted to join a guided Biodiversity walk with Colin Ralston at the Garden Route Botanical Garden in George. It formed part of a morning of activities preceding the WESSA AGM, which was attended by WESSA members and … Continued