Conservation 

Not only are the WildArt team photographers, but we are also passionate conservationists. One of the main aims of the competition is to support conservation projects across the globe, not only financially, but by raising awareness through the power of imagery.

Throughout 2023, WildArt POTY will be helping to raise money for the purchase of Eungedup Wetlands, a project brought to our attention, and championed by, WildArt judge Georgina Steytler. Nestled between Denmark and Albany on the south coast of Western Australia, these remarkable wetlands provide a unique opportunity to preserve endangered wildlife. In early 2022, a group of concerned citizens and conservation groups came together to buy farmland featuring a unique wetland, Eungedup Wetlands, containing several breeding endangered Australasian Bitterns. Eungedup Wetlands presents a unique opportunity to overcome many of the threats faced by wetland birds. Water levels in Eungedup can be managed using an existing network of channels to ensure they provide ongoing habitat for its inhabitants, including the endangered Australasian Bittern.

To learn more about the project, please download the prospectus here and watch our YouTube live event when we discuss the scheme with Georgina.

Money Raising Plans

In order to help raise the money required to purchase this important area of wetland, WildArt will be donating £10 for every WildArt Collection 1 book sold from the beginning of April 2023 - order your copy here. In addition, Collection 2 will be produced as a digital publication and available for sale priced at £10. All the proceeds from this ebook will go directly to this worthy cause. Look out for Collection 2 coming in digital format at the end of April.

You can also donate directly to the project through their donation page - click the button below to go directly to the website and help us raise the money to secure the future of this site and its inhabitants.

Please see below details of organisations we have previously supported and raised money for through the competition.

Header Image: Satellite tagging birds such as Nightjars can provide vital information about their habits and help target conservation efforts. ©Rob Read.