SUBMISSION: Forgotten in the Rainforests by Isaac Robertshaw

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Forgotten in the Rainforests by Isaac Robertshaw. All Rights Reserved.

Tree Kangaroos are seemingly forgotten marsupials which spend most of their lives in the trees of tropical rainforests. They are being pushed towards the brink of extinction due to habitat loss and poaching. People need to do all they can to help these beautiful creatures survive and flourish.

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SUBMISSION: The Simple Beauty of the Orangutan by Alison Irving

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

The Simple Beauty of the Orangutan by Alison Irving. All Rights Reserved.

I think one of the most powerful things captured by the art4apes competition is the sheer beauty of these endangered animals in their natural habitat. I wanted my piece to bring a smile to the viewer's face and elicit a sense of familiarity in the movement of the orangutan. Currently, palm oil is the largest threat to the orangutan populations. To see an orangutan happy in an environment of its own is a reminder to the pain that we inflict on them through the expansion of palm oil production. I wanted to extend beyond a still image of an orangutan; I wanted there to be a sense of freedom and personality from the orangutan. Ultimately, we hold the fate of the orangutans' future in our hands, how can we possibly let such emotion-filled animals die innocently for our own greed? This piece is a reminder of the victim of our own doing.

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SUBMISSION: The Knight of the Jungle by Lily Zhu

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

The Knight of the Jungle by Lily Zhu. All Rights Reserved.

Art has become a new language in which I can express my feelings and convey messages that are meaningful to me.

In the past few years, I have created several oil paintings to raise awareness about endangered species.  When I initially thought about a theme for this painting, an image of a lonely jaguar hiding in its remaining territory came to mind. I hope that my efforts can make a difference in protecting wildlife.

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SUBMISSION: Green Sea Turtle by Faith Brown

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Green Sea Turtle by Faith Brown. All Rights Reserved.

Green sea turtles are endangered because of the garbage they get stuck in or eat. They get caught in fish nets and sometimes strangle themselves. If we don't start to realize how pollution is a danger to all creatures, then they will be all gone.

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SUBMISSION: Hanging in There by Gabe Cach

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Hanging in There by Gabe Cach. All Rights Reserved.

Pangolins are unique animals that are the most trafficked animals in the world. If the trafficking of Pangolins does not come to a halt, these amazing animals will disappear forever.

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SUBMISSION: The Mickey Mouse of the Desert by Hannah Sullivan

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

The Mickey Mouse of the Desert by Hannah Sullivan. All Rights Reserved.

Jerboas, a nocturnal species, are endangered mainly due to human caused habitat destruction. It is quite sad that such adorable, large-eared rodents are being less seen as time goes on because of human touch on their habitats.

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SUBMISSION: Ara Solitude by Katherine Moon

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Ara Solitude by Katherine Moon. All Rights Reserved.

The Scarlet Macaw is a South American Parrot that lives in the tropical forests. Scarlet Macaws have been on and off the endangered species list due to deforestation. If humans don’t stop taking away their habitat, these colorful birds could disappear forever.

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SUBMISSION: Vanishing by Lillie Brown

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Vanishing by Lillie Brown. All Rights Reserved.

The Whooping Crane is such an elegant bird but unfortunately they are being hunted to near extinction. I took an abstract approach to show how the Whooping Crane is vanishing. The red plays an important part in my piece to represent both the vibrancy of these birds and the violence impacted on them.

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SUBMISSION: What a Catch by Gabriella Williams

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

What a Catch by Gabriella Williams. All Rights Reserved.

The massive hunters of the ocean, Great White Sharks, are beautifully frightening species. Although they are frightening to most they are being threatened. These sharks are being hunted for their teeth and fins. They also get raveled into beach mesh nets and they struggle to get out until they die. If we do not stop hunting the giant beasts then they will one day go extinct. They reason I chose this species is because sharks have always fascinated me.

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SUBMISSION: Toxic Vulnerability by Ella Stubbs

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Toxic Vulnerability by Ella Stubbs. All Rights Reserved.

The critically endangered Rusty Patched Bumble Bees fall victims of being killed by deadly pesticides. These bees are major pollinators of wild flowers and our country’s produce.

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SUBMISSION: Vibrant by Aleece Stillman

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Vibrant by Aleece Stillman. All Rights Reserved.

It might be difficult to believe the Blue Throated Macaw is endangered but, due to deforestation, these birds are quickly losing their wild habitats.

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SUBMISSION: Into the Eyes by Ryan Stewart

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Into the Eyes by Ryan Stewart. All Rights Reserved.

The Black Rhinoceros is an underappreciated creature that is being taken advantage of by hunters and as a result they are extremely endangered. This needs to stop!

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SUBMISSION: Peaceful Sorrow by Gabriella Skurka

ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2017 Submission.

Peaceful Sorrow by Gabriella Skurka. All Rights Reserved.

Red Pandas are the ‘red bear-cats’ of southwestern China. They are peaceful, nocturnal creatures who spend most of their time in the hollows. They are endangered due to poaching and deforestation resulting in the complete loss of the habitat. If these acts continue, they will disappear, never to be seen again.

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