
Wildlife has the power to inspire wonder, curiosity, and connection. Through sculpture, I aim to encourage a deeper appreciation for the animals we share the world with, celebrating their beauty, individuality, and the mystery that makes each species unique.
I believe that the more deeply we connect with wildlife, the more compelled we are to protect it. Each sculpture seeks to capture more than physical likeness, exploring the presence, character, and quiet intelligence of the animal itself.
My work moves between two complimentary materials. Paper Patina allows me to celebrate the colour, delicacy, and extraordinary detail of the natural world, while bronze and cast materials offer a quieter, more enduring way of considering presence, perception, and animal intelligence.
Through selected collaborations with conservation organisations and projects, I use sculpture to raise awareness and support the protection of threatened species.

I am a British wildlife artist working from my studio in Somerset. My work developed from a background in modelmaking, and a fascination with the detail, behaviour, and character of animals.
While studying at University, I began experimenting with individually cut paper feathers. What began as an exploration of material developed into my distinctive sculptural process which I have called 'Paper Patina'.
Today, my work spans Paper Patina, bronze, and cast materials, combining detailed observation with increasingly expressive and atmospheric forms.
My sculptures are exhibited through galleries, sculptures parks, and exhibitions across the UK.

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![I am absolutely thrilled to announce that I have been awarded the Diana Brooks Prize at @artforyouthlondon last week! 🏆
What an exhibition it was, showing work from so many incredible artists at the prestigious @mallgalleries in central London. I am so pleased to see a few of my sculptures find new homes too and raise funds for @uk.youth for the last year.
A huge thank you to the organisers of @artforyouthlondon and to Diana for awarding me with the prize. It was a fantastic exhibition and I am so pleased I took part this year.
I also painted 3 postcard sized artworks for the Mystery Art Wall which was great fun. They’re all from my pictures taken whilst in Kenya last year.
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![The @artforyouthlondon exhibition is underway! I have these 6 sculptures at the @mallgalleries on show until Friday night, all in support of @uk.youth
My barn owl, kingfisher, snow leopard, mountain gorilla, pheasant, and otter are all taking part amongst so much incredible artwork. I have also painted 3 postcard sized artworks as part of the Mystery Art Wall. Do have a visit if you are near!
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![It’s #owltober so here are some of my paper owls I have made over the years. 🦉 Owls are one of my favourite group of birds to make and also see or hear if I’m lucky. We have a female tawny owl living near us, which I hear fairly regularly, and was the inspiration behind making Nocturne, on the first image.
What’s your favourite owl, and which one would you like to see me make next? 🦉🤔👇
[wildlife, wildlife artist, paper artist, paper sculpture, owls, barn owl, tawny owl, wildlife sculpture]
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![How I made my latest sculpture Kambu, the lilac-breasted roller, out of paper!
Lots of processes are involved with these sculptures, from the initial clay original, to moulding and casting, and then the final paper patina. Not to mention the time spent planning and researching the subject before any material is even used.
Have you ever seen this bird whilst on safari in Africa? It was the highlight of my trip last year, and I couldn’t wait to get going on this one when I returned to the studio.
More information can be found at: www.jamielordart.com
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![From Kenya to Kambu 🇰🇪 How seeing these magnificent birds in Kenya influenced my latest paper patina sculpture.
I have written a blog about this sculpture and how it came to be on my website in my bio.
Have you seen this beautiful bird when on safari in Africa? 🤔
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![Here’s how I make my paper patina sculptures, one feather at a time! 🪶
A lot of people are surprised at how many processes are involved in making my sculptures. From the original sculpture, moulding, casting, fettling, and then the paper patina.
Each feather is individually hand cut, painted, and then layered over the cast body, building a surface resembling plumage. I love the painting at the end, it adds that finishing touch.
My kingfisher, ‘Threshold’ is heading to @mallgalleries as part of the @artforyouthlondon exhibition along with 5 other sculptures of mine. They will be able to view and buy from 3rd to 6th November.
If you’d like more information about this piece, or my process, send me a message, or on my website in my bio 🙌
[wildlife, wildlife artist, paper sculpture, animal sculpture, wildlife sculpture, art for youth, kingfisher, contemporary sculpture]
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