Enjoy the Flight

ABOUT THE ARTWORK
This drawing shows Fipsel, a beautiful pigeon that was rescued as a chick in Hamburg. The rescuer Ernst Barmert provided the photo template. The pigeon is drawn to show how worthy the protection of these animals is. Pastel colours were used to create the fine plumage.

Medium: Pastel on Pastelmat
Category: Wings

ABOUT THE ARTIST
Inga Laubenstein is an artist based in Hamburg, Germany, who would like to give animals from animal welfare a face and thus special attention. For this purpose, Inga has been using coloured pencils and pastel colours since her childhood. She gives away a large part of her drawings in exchange for the promise of a donation to animal welfare.

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.

SHIPPING INFORMATION
Please note that shipping costs are not included in the purchase price for this artwork, and there may be additional customs charges for deliveries outside the UK.  Upon purchase, a member of the DSWF team will be in touch to discuss collection or delivery options.

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