Bombus Americana

ABOUT THE ARTWORK
“Bombus Americana” depicts the entire community of American bumblebees. Presented alphabetically, each species’ queen, drone, and worker are rendered in meticulous taxonomic detail. Andrew paints an entire family rather than individual specimens. Five species. The cuckoo bumblebees produce no workers, and gaps are left within the arrangement. This assembled composition creates a visual rhythm reminiscent of buzzing wings. Balancing scientific precision with visual cadence, the work transforms a taxonomic display into a compelling meditation on insects, colour, and harmony.

Medium: Oil on canvas
Category: Wings

ABOUT THE ARTIST
Andrew is dedicated to the fine art of animal painting. He explores a deep instinct to paint the creatures that inhabit his life and imagination. Whether painting a shimmering shoal of fish or a fox, he combines scientific observation with painterly technique.

Andrew was born in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. He is descended from French Huguenot glassmakers, who moved to Newcastle in the sixteenth century. A graduate of the Royal College of Art, he lives in Lincolnshire with his wife, dog and bees.

ABOUT WILDLIFE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
This artwork was selected for exhibition in Wildlife Artist of the Year, David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation’s internationally acclaimed competition celebrating the very best in wildlife art while raising vital funds for conservation.

YOUR PURCHASE MAKES A DIFFERENCE
50% of the proceeds from this sale will support David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) and our conservation partners across Africa and Asia. Together, we fight wildlife crime and protect endangered species, from frontline action to global policy.

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