David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) - Wildlife Artist Of The Year 2026

Wildlife Artist of the Year is a prestigious international wildlife art competition organised annually by the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, a UK-based conservation charity dedicated to protecting endangered species and habitats. The competition is widely recognised within the global wildlife art community and attracts thousands of submissions from professional and amateur artists alike. Its primary aim is to celebrate artistic excellence while raising awareness of wildlife conservation through powerful visual storytelling that highlights the beauty, fragility, and diversity of the natural world.