Emily Lamb is a painter and wildlife artist whose work captures the beauty, mystery and spirit of the wild. As the granddaughter of David Shepherd CBE, she brings a deeply personal connection to DSWF’s artistic legacy and its mission to protect endangered wildlife.
The Cameron Twins are a London-based collaborative duo of identical twin artists working across a range of mediums including screen printing, sculpture, and installation. Their vibrant, playful artworks use nostalgic imagery to explore themes of childhood, imagination, and dreams. In just a few years, they have built a global following through sold-out exhibitions and print releases, establishing them as one of the most exciting names in emerging British art. They have collaborated with major brands and figures including Bang & Olufsen, LØCI, and GQ, and have work held in the collections of Barry Keoghan, Emma Stone, Robert Downey Jr., and Greta Gerwig.
Ikuko Iwamoto is a Japanese ceramic artist based in London. Inspired by the wildlife and landscapes of her coastal upbringing in Wakayama, Japan, she creates porcelain sculptures exploring the relationship between humans and the natural world. Recent works focus on marine ecosystems, overfishing, and environmental change, transforming vulnerable species into poetic ceramic forms. Through her practice, she seeks to foster a deeper connection with nature and encourage reflection on our responsibility towards the living world. A finalist in the LOEWE Foundation Craft Prize 2025, her work is held in collections including the V&A.
Isobel Harvey is a contemporary British artist whose work is inspired by close observation of the natural world. Through bold compositions and richly textured surfaces, she creates distinctive works that balance graphic simplicity with painterly expression. Her recent collaborations include projects with lifestyle and clothing brand TOAST.
James Ort is a British wildlife sculptor whose expressive ceramic works capture the character and movement of animals. Working primarily in clay and wire, he combines sculptural form with vibrant glazes and surface treatments. Alongside his studio practice, James teaches at Phoenix Studio in Oxfordshire.
Matthew Polluk is a London-based self-taught wildlife artist and WAY 2025 Runner Up winner, celebrated for his highly detailed mixed-media works. Combining graphite, charcoal, pen and ink, and often incorporating gold leaf, his work brings a contemporary perspective to wildlife art. Matthew was Runner-Up at Wildlife Artist of the Year 2025.
Nicole Koleková is a Slovak artist and sculptor and WAY 2025 Overall Winner, whose work celebrates the beauty, movement and character of animals. Trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bratislava, she works across sculpture, drawing and painting, with a particular passion for ceramics. Nicole was Overall Winner of Wildlife Artist of the Year 2025.
Mila Ilingina is a Russian-born, UAE-based artist and sculptor known for her intricate floral-inspired works. Combining hand-sculpted forms with expressive oil painting, her practice draws inspiration from nature’s patterns and textures, creating pieces that balance craftsmanship, colour and imagination. Her recent work has been exhibited at Saatchi Gallery, London.
Vanessa Barragão is a Portuguese textile artist whose work reflects a deep commitment to sustainability and environmental preservation. She grew up in Albufeira, a coastal city in southern Portugal, where she now has her studio. Her art is strongly influenced by the beauty and fragility of the oceans and the natural ecosystems that surround her. Through the recycling of wool and synthetic fibres, Vanessa breathes new life into discarded materials, transforming them into textile works that evoke underwater landscapes and organic forms. Using ancestral techniques such as latch hook, crochet, and felting, she creates rich and dynamic textures that transport the viewer into a world inspired by marine biodiversity. In 2026 she was named the first Ambassador of the Algarve Marine Observatory.
