WildArt Conservation Aims

Inspiring the next generation to care is an important aspect of conservation. The British Trust for Ornithology does great work in this area by running weekend camps for their young members - efforts such as this rely on support through generous donations. ©Rob Read.

As well as celebrating wildlife, wildlife photography and wildlife photographers, at its core WildArt Photographer of the Year is committed to raise money and awareness for global conservation projects. Set out on our website are the mechanics of how this will work, but the more images are entered into the competition, the more books are purchased, the more we will be able to do. 

Photography wields great power, it has the ability to stir so many emotions: shock, pity, shame, awe, wonder. Indeed, the category titles of this competition are influenced by the very dynamics that drive emotional responses. And as photographers, we can use our skill behind the lens to inspire people to care. This is every bit as valuable as money in the fight for conservation and to preserve the life that yet remains on the planet. If enough people care, we can change the hearts and minds of those who can deliver change for the better. Now that’s something worth thinking about. 

By supporting WildArt Photographer of the Year you are supporting conservation through fundraising and by celebrating inspirational photography. There is a change coming as the world reconnects with nature. WildArt Photographer of the Year is part of that change.

Rob Read. November 2020.