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**FINALIST - Wildlife Artist of the Year 2024** 😃 …a post about not giving up, or losing hope. I'm so excited to announce that TWO of my paintings have been shortlisted for the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) Wildlife Artist of the Year competition, with the London exhibition details as follows: Wildlife Artist of the Year 2024 2nd - 6th July Mall Galleries, The Mall, London And now... here's a glimpse behind-the-scenes! I have been entering this competition every year for A DECADE. Every year it costs me to enter, and every year, until now, it has been a 'no'. There is no feedback, just rejection. It's incredibly demoralising, especially as there's no reason other than that your work just isn't as good as other artists. It's enough to make you doubt your abilities, your credentials and your other business successes. Imposter syndrome creeps in, and without some sort of success elsewhere in the business, it can be enough to make you run back to the comfort of a 'real' job with a stable salary! I hope by sharing this post that my fellow artists, or fellow entrepreneurs in whichever field you're currently stressing in, will realise that EVERYONE has a behind-the-scenes alternative to the successful, LinkedIn-worthy, achievement posts. For every shiny story there are ten rejections, or a hundred setbacks, all of which require us to pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and start all over again. This is just an attempt to #KeepItReal so that others in the s(h)ame spiral can see that it’s all just part of the process. And if you’re only in love with the end product of an established business, and not the process of getting there… then for God’s sake don’t become an entrepreneur! You’ll be able to vote for ‘Splashing’ and ‘What Lies Beneath’ for the People’s Choice award, details of which will be published in the coming days. And if you'd like to reserve either of them for sale, please get in touch. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to DSWF. "Splashing" webpage: https://lnkd.in/eTdwfbJq "What Lies Beneath" webpage: https://lnkd.in/e62V-9Wq WATCH THIS SPACE! #art #artist #entrepreneur #hannahshergold #dswf #davidshepherd #keepingitreal #shamespiral #vulnerability #fear #shame #brenebrown Brené Brown #wildlifeart #wildlifeartist #conservation #wildlife #africanwildlife #womeninart #womenartists #womenentrepreneurs #womeninbusiness #powerofvulnerability

Animal art has always held a special place in our hearts. Whether we’re celebrating our own four-legged friends, enjoying the countryside creatures that appear on our walks, or remembering the exotic wildlife of past travels, there’s a lot to enjoy in Animal Art. From the regal presence of a lion in a study to the playful antics of flocking birds in the sitting room, these artworks hold the power to transform your room. Choosing the Right Animal Art for Your Space Consider the energy and emotion you want in your space so you can find the right piece to enhance your surroundings. Would you choose a realistic elephant on safari, an abstract horse in motion, or an illustrative fox with captivating eyes? Animal art doesn't have to be cute or predictable; our blog looks at some of the options you might like to consider. https://lnkd.in/eJPAp2vZ

#WildlifeWednesday Why did the man name the gigantic spider in his room Cotton Eye Joe? Because he only had two questions for him: where did he come from, and where did he go? *Photo of a Yellow Garden Spider by Falls Lake Park Ranger Francis Ferrell #NatureLovers #WildlifePhotography #OutdoorAdventures #NaturePuns #ParkRangerLife #NatureCaptures #WildlifeJokes #WildlifeEducation #NatureConservation #EnvironmentalEducation #recreation

Hoopoes are one of my favourite birds. This photograph was taken in India, but they can often be seen across parts of Africa and Europe. #hoopoe, #birdsoftheworld, #birds, #birdsphotography, #travelphotography, #wildlifephotography, #wildlife, #visitindia, #visitafrica, #visiteurope, #travel, #naturephotography, #nature, #naturalworld, #conservation

Have you ever seen the power of the wild at sunset? This buffalo, glowing in the golden light, showcases the raw beauty and strength of nature. Did you know African buffalo are famous for their strong social bonds? They live in herds that can number in the hundreds, relying on group cooperation for protection and survival. What interesting fact do you know about buffalo? Share your comment below! #wildlifephotography #goldenhour #africanwildlife #naturephotography #sunsetphotography #photographytips #brentmail #brentmailphotography #shareinspirecreate

Photography is so important for helping people understand how magnificent nature is and how important it is to save and protect. #nature #environment #sustainable #photography

Day 1: 'A Favourite Painting' of #21daysinmyartworld providing you with some behind the scenes insights in my art world for 21 days. 👩🎨 My favorite painting of this moment 'Fierce Frequency' must be the most empowering painting I have ever made. It has such a strong energy, saying you are capable of doing anything if you set your mind on it. You are strong and determined. So what if you stumble every now and then, you get up, learn from it and persevere. You. Can. Do. It. You just have to believe it. 🔥🔥🔥 How does this painting make yòu feel? 😃 Link to 'Fierce Frequency': ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dmEmgKh6

Learn essential steps for preparing and promoting your debut gallery show, from curating artwork to effective marketing strategies and opening night tips. 😊 https://lnkd.in/g8AhYq5y

Some of the nuances of wildlife photography.

In my opinion, an image that should go down in history as one of the most powerful reminders of #globalwarming, and that we must do all we can to save our planet. #photography #wildlifephotography #environmentalimpact