WILDLIFE ARTIST & SCULPTOR

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"The wild has a language of its own, and through sculpture, I aim to let it speak"

Photo credit: Sculpture by the Lakes

COLLABORATION WITH DARTMOOR ZOO

I have partnered with Dartmoor Zoo in support of conservation efforts for the critically endangered Amur leopard. With an estimated population of around 100 individuals remaining in the wild, it is the most endangered big cat on Earth and a species fighting for survival.

Dartmoor Zoo’s male Amur leopard, Freddo, recently welcomed a cub with his partner Lena, one of only 15 Amur leopard cubs born worldwide in 2025. This remarkable event highlights both the fragility of the species and the importance of conservation breeding programmes.

Inspired by Freddo and this rare continuation of the species, I am sculpting him life-size in a new work titled Bloodline. The sculpture will be produced as a limited edition of just six. The first piece will be displayed beside Freddo’s enclosure at Dartmoor Zoo until September, when it will be auctioned to raise funds to support the protection of Amur leopards.

The power of one. The triumph of many. The bloodline endures.

RESEARCH TRIP: KENYA

In October 2025, I had the pleasure of visiting one of my all-time dream destinations: Kenya. Renowned for its breath-taking landscapes, rich diversity of wildlife, and world-famous safaris, it was the perfect place to observe and study animals up close in their natural surroundings. From lions and rhinos to lilac-breasted rollers, Kenya’s ecosystems are among the most dynamic and inspiring in the world, with the iconic Masai Mara at their heart.

I travelled there not just to see, but to understand, to look for the subtle interactions, gestures, and rhythms that make the savannah come alive. This research trip has left me profoundly inspired, and what I’ve brought back to the studio is the beginning of something truly exciting…

An elephant in front of the infamous Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park, Kenya

LATEST NEWS FROM THE STUDIO

I am thrilled to announce that I will be taking part in the David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year 2026 competition this September. My sculpture 'Regalia' the Red-tailed black cockatoo has been selected as a finalist of 170 artworks from 1496 entries across 60 countries.

The entries alone raised over £40,000 for wildlife conservation across the globe, with 50% of future artwork sales from the exhibition also supporting vital conservation work.

The show will be held at the Mall Galleries in London SW1, from 8th to 12th September 2026, with the online exhibition opening 27th August.

COMMISSIONS

Jamie readily accepts commissions, each one developed with the same quiet attention to form, presence, and narrative as the wider body of work. Recent commissions include work developed in collaboration with wildlife organisations and private collectors.

Approach

Commissions begin with an idea, but are shaped through a process of observation, refinement, and material understanding.

Whether working from a specific species, an individual animal, or a broader concept, the intention is to create a piece that feels both grounded and timeless.

Scope

Commissions range from private collector pieces to larger, site-specific works. This may include:

Wildlife sculptures for private collections
Memorial or significant pieces
Work developed in collaboration with organisations or institutions
Larger-scale or outdoor sculpture

Process

The process is collaborative, beginning with your initial idea and eveloping through careful refinement and making:

Initial discussion and outline of the idea
Agreement on direction, scale, and material
Development and refinement
Creation, finishing, and delivery

Timescales vary depending on the nature of the piece, though a clear timeline will be established early in the process.

Materials

Commissions are typically produced in bronze, cast stone, or mixed media, depending on the requirements of the piece. Material is chosen not only for durability, but for how it supports the presence and character of the sculpture.

Enquiries

If you are considering a commission, you're welcome to get in touch with a brief outline of your idea, including scale, subject, and intended setting if known.

From there, I can advise on approach, feasibility, and next steps. You can get in touch on the following email: jamielordart@gmail.com or through the button below.

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CUT FROM THE SKY

A deep dive into the making of a paper bird sculpture, and 'paper patina,' which has been described as 'cut from the wild itself.'

Paper is a medium I’ve been drawn to since childhood, familiar, accessible, and endlessly versatile. Its tactile quality resonates with people because it’s so universally known, yet its creative potential is often underestimated. Paper lends itself to a wide range of styles, from abstract, free-form 3D structures to highly detailed, photo-realistic work.

I have experimented with paper’s strength, flexibility, texture, and ability to take on colour.

In my sculptures, I combine a variety of materials to bring each subject to life. I often use paper as a kind of ‘cladding,' much like feathers on a bird, allowing it to be the defining surface element while relying on stronger materials for internal structure. This lets the paper shine as a primary visual feature without compromising durability.

With each piece being a permanent fine art sculpture, released in small limited editions.

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‘Witness’ - Snow Leopard. Not everything beautiful is meant to be found or understood.

The snow leopard is one of the world’s most elusive predators, thriving in a harsh mountain landscape. A species living at the edge of imagination.

Witness captures that enduring sense of mystery. The gaze is not one of observation, but recognition, as though the leopard sees and understands its world in ways we never could. Calm, steady and unreadable, it gives nothing away, holding itself apart from interpretation while remaining impossible to ignore.

Its continued survival is a conservation success, though one that remains dependent on the protection of both the species and the fragile ecosystems it inhabits. In many ways, that uncertainty only deepens our fascination, reminding us that some of the natural world’s greatest wonders can never be fully possessed or understood, only encountered 🐾

Witness, cast marble, limited edition of 18. More details can be found on my website in my bio 🙌

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My new sculpture ‘First Light’ is part of @thegalleryholt’s Put the Cat Among the Pigeons exhibition, running until 7th July 🐥

These three little ducklings were a joy to create. I loved giving each of them their own character, because even at a young age, personalities are already on show and continuing to grow.

Ducklings have long symbolised new life and renewal, and this sculpture celebrates those first tentative steps into the world. Emergence, full of hope and possibility, as three young lives begin their journey beneath the first light of a new day.

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Over the moon to say that ‘Regalia’ is a finalist in @dswfwildlifeart Wildlife Artist of the Year 2026 competition!! 🦜

With so many entries and such high quality of work, I’m thrilled that this piece is a finalist. A huge thank you to @dswfwildlifeart and the judges 🙌🦜

See you in September! 🦜

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These are paper?! 🦜 Did you know that nearly one-third of all parrot species are threatened with extinction?

When we think about endangered wildlife, it’s often large mammals that come to mind, yet parrots face many of the same pressures such as habitat loss, degradation, and illegal wildlife trade.

Beyond their colour and beauty, parrots are some of the most intelligent creatures in the wild, living in social groups and creating lifetime bonds. This combination of intelligence, expression, and vibrancy make them perfect subjects for me as an artist. I find them an outward celebration of natures complexity and creativity.

I have a new parrot project in line for later this year, one that speaks not only to their natural beauty, but also to a remarkable conservation story that offers a sense of hope.

Which parrot species would you like to see me make next? 🦜🤔👇

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We are in the last week of the @delamoreart exhibition! It’s been a brilliant exhibition, with such a variety of work on display, well worth a visit. Here’s a selection of what I have on display there. Open every day in May in Devon, closing on 31st, this Sunday. 🦜🦦🦊🦉🐇🐢

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Introducing ’First Light’ my new ducklings sculpture! 🐥🐥🐥

As a child, one of my favourite books was ‘Owl Babies’. I loved how all three owlets had different personalities despite being so young, and this was something I was drawn to when sculpting these ducklings.

Ducklings are usually seen as one fleeting group, but beyond that, each carry their own identity: curiosity, caution, confidence. The first traces of character are beginning to emerge.

This piece is cold cast bronze and archival paper in a limited edition of 24. They will be part of @thegalleryholt ‘Put the Cat Amongst the Pigeons’ exhibition opening May 30th in Holt, Norfolk. It’s looking like it’s going to be a great exhibition!

I hope you like them 🐥

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