SUBMISSION: Elephant © 2023 Susan Megur

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Elephant in our failing environment.

SUBMISSION: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes © 2023 Susan Megur

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Reflections and connections to our world as part of my book ""Just A Pencil”.

SUBMISSION: Gorilla © 2023 Susan Megur

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Portrait of contemplative gorilla.

SUBMISSION: Endangered Connection © 2023 Darci Bogdan

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This necklace was the winner of the AJDC Jose Hess award in 2023. The panels are the eyes of endangered species made using 24k gold, fine silver, enamel and mason stains. The setting is hinged sterling silver and 22k gold hanging from a sapphire beads. The endangered animals featured are Blue Whale, Amur Leopard, Tiger, Gorilla, Orangutang, Hawksbill Sea turtle, Galapagos Iguana, Panda and Macaw.

SUBMISSION: The Survivor © 2023 Anne Dignam

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We tracked this little African Elephant in Botswana to monitor how well he was faring since part of his trunk was amputated. We did not know how the little elephant was injured but he seemed to be doing well with the mother. As he grows, his survival will surely be in jeopardy.

SUBMISSION: Time for a Nap © 2023 Anne Dignam

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This little lion cub finally settled in for a nap in the wilds of Botswana.

SUBMISSION: Under the Sea © 2023 Lucy Dickens

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Under the sea awaits another world rich in vibrant beauty and magic, a hypnotic watery paradise. The ebb and flow gently push and pull as I hover, entranced by this exquisite sea turtle. His wise old eyes take in mine, unafraid and contemplative as he glides by the coral reef. Sold, prints available.

SUBMISSION: Sunbathing © 2023 Lucy Dickens

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While vacationing in Rocky Point, Mexico, my husband and I decided to take a boat charter out to San Jorge Island, or Bird Island. Climbing into the boat we experienced a long and rough ride out yet arriving made worth it. Jagged whitewashed peaks climbed out of the ocean, white from the enormous amount of exotic birds, including marine swallows, red billed tropicbirds, and brown pelicans that call this island home. More exiting to me were the more than three thousand sea lions that also share this ocean wonderland.

As we arrived, the captain asked if we wanted to get into the small inflatable kayak and join these playful sea lions and seals. It was February and cold, so was the water, and I hesitated. At the urging of my husband, I climbed in and boy was I glad I did! Rowing over to them, many became very curious, barking, and surrounding us. They followed us each way we turned as if wanting to play, swimming all around and under us. I yearned to reach out and touch, yet they stayed just beyond my fingertips. Gazing on shore, upon the rocks were more than I could begin to count, basking in the sun. Some of the enormous bulls can reach a staggering 2200 pounds! I must return in the summer and snorkel with my new friends. After an exciting and delightful time with these wonderful sea creatures, we returned to the boat, but our adventure was not over. On our journey back, several times we observed black fin whales cruising the open sea as well!

SUBMISSION: Discovered © 2023 Anne Dignam

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This cheetah in Botswana was taking a rest in the shade, away from the hot sun. Rest would be needed before the next chase.

SUBMISSION: Watchful Eyes © 2023 Anne Dignam

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A female leopard and her cub at a watering hole in Botswana. The mother was teaching the young cub how to lick the mud to get water and to stay away from the pond where crocodiles and pythons could endanger their lives.

SUBMISSION: The Golden Boy © 2023 Anne Dignam

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This male has three different groups of females and young cubs in Botswana and travels many miles to each of groups in his pride. His battle scars to defend his pride are seen in the image.

SUBMISSION: The Newborn © 2023 Anne Dignam

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This baby elephant suckling on her mother is only a couple of days old. The image was captured in the Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa.

SUBMISSION: Mother Florida Panther © 2023 Jennifer Berlin

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To identify the plight of panthers in Florida.

SUBMISSION: Eagles Over The Bear © 2023 Hank Feeley

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SUBMISSION: Homeless in the Charcoal Forest © 2023 Fawn Medesha

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Endangered Hyacynth Macaw.

SUBMISSION: Orangutan Behind The Glass © 2023 Hannah Galland

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Oil painting featuring a male orangutan living in captivity due to deforestation.

SUBMISSION: Inch by Inch © 2023 Caryn Coville

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Art has always been a part of my life. Shortly after graduating with a B.F.A. from Rochester Institute of Technology, I discovered using colored pencils as a fine art medium. I work realistically and I like the smooth texture and fine details that can be achieved with colored pencils.

Inch by Inch was inspired by the Giant Tortoises I had the privilege of seeing during a recent trip to Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos. They are such amazing creatures. Giant Tortoises can eat up to 80 lbs. of food a day but can also store food and water so well that they can survive without eating or drinking for up to a year.

My piece was done with colored pencils and erasers on Grafix drafting film using a process called drawing by subtraction. After coating the film with a pencil wash, I began by erasing and slowly building up color layer by layer. I enjoy the process of watching my painting slowly emerge.

SUBMISSION: Goldfields and Tidytips © 2023 Rich Magram

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Shocked by the rivers of wildflowers in this meadow, I painted it fast in plein air in California this Spring.

SUBMISSION: Free Flight © 2023 Gary Stutler

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Double Yellow Amazon (Amazona oratrix) in free flight.

SUBMISSION: Fritillary Flowers © 2023 Harriet Silverstein

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This meadow flower found in Oxfordshire is endangered by the contemporary farming practices that systematically destroy its wet habitat. Draining land for commercial agriculture endangers this colorful plant species. The pink and purple petals light up like stained glass windows in the sun.