Conservation

"The wild deserves to endure - not for us, but in its own right. "

My work is guided by a deep respect for the natural world and a belief that every species has the right to exist. Through my art, I hope to inspire a greater appreciation for wildlife while actively supporting efforts to protect it.

In recent years, my artwork has contributed directly to international conservation projects through exhibitions and competitions. As a two-time Finalist in the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation's Wildlife Artist of the Year, my work has been exhibited at the Mall Galleries in London, with proceeds supporting conservation initiatives across Africa and Asia. As a Finalist in Sketch for Survival 2023, my artwork was exhibited in Edinburgh and London and sold in support of Explorers Against Extinction, with 100% of proceeds funding conservation programs in Africa and Peru.

As a Signature Member of Artists for Conservation, I am proud to support an organization dedicated to advancing wildlife and environmental stewardship through art. In 2026, several of my works were selected for the Artists for Conservation International Exhibit, further strengthening the connection between my artistic practice and conservation values.

Each year, I also participate in a major fine art festival in California, where I donate a portion of sales to nonprofit organizations. These contributions have supported the Great Plains Foundation and the Wildlife Conservation Network, helping fund conservation efforts ranging from community-led wildlife protection to global species recovery initiatives.

Through these commitments, I strive to ensure that my art not only celebrates the beauty of wildlife, but also plays a meaningful role in safeguarding it for future generations.

Conservation Projects & Causes

<em>Edit Conservation Project/Cause</em> Wildlife Artist of the Year 2025 -  | Selina Woodham

Wildlife Artist of the Year 2025

Through entry fees and 50% of artwork sales, Wildlife Artist of the Year (WAY) supports:

Anti-poaching and law enforcement efforts (ranger programs, investigations into wildlife crime)

Protection of endangered species in their natural habitats (research, monitoring, rescue, conservation)

Community engagement and education to foster coexistence (reducing human–wildlife conflict, raising awareness, supporting alternative livelihoods)...

<em>Edit Conservation Project/Cause</em> Palo Alto Festival of the Arts 2025 -  | Selina Woodham

Palo Alto Festival of the Arts 2025

At the 2025 Palo Alto Festival of the Arts, 10% of all sales were donated to the Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN), a Bay Area non-profit that safeguards threatened species and the habitats they rely on. WCN works through a global network of conservationists to:

Support coexistence between people and wildlife

Provide resources and long-term backing for local leaders on the frontlines of conservation

Raise awareness and inspire action...

<em>Edit Conservation Project/Cause</em> Palo Alto Festival of the Arts 2024 -  | Selina Woodham

Palo Alto Festival of the Arts 2024

At the 2024 Palo Alto Festival of the Arts, 10% of all sales were donated to the Great Plains Foundation’s Big Cats Initiative, which works to protect Africa’s lions, leopards, and cheetahs and the landscapes they inhabit. The initiative focuses on:

Anti-poaching patrols and monitoring programs

Preserving and restoring critical big cat habitats

Partnering with local communities to reduce conflict and support sustainable livelihoods...

<em>Edit Conservation Project/Cause</em> Sketch For Survival 2023 -  | Selina Woodham

Sketch For Survival 2023

Sketch for Survival raises funds through its annual touring exhibition and charity auction to support frontline conservation projects via the Explorers Against Extinction Campaign Fund. Proceeds from the sale of artwork help to:

Protect endangered species and habitats in Africa, South America, and beyond

Fund community-led initiatives that reduce human–wildlife conflict

Support rangers and conservation partners tackling poaching and...