Society of Wildlife Artists | The Natural Eye 2026

1 Oct-10 Oct 2026

Late Evening Avocets

Overview

Showing work by Society members alongside artists selected from an open call, this exhibition presents a wide-ranging collection of work including sculpture, printmaking, painting and drawing, that celebrates the continued inspiration of the natural world for contemporary artists. With a global outlook, The Natural Eye provides an opportunity to reflect on the world's wildlife, as well as the importance of its conservation.

Out of the Frame

The Out of the Frame room celebrates the tradition of working from life and will show a selection of field sketches and project work from the SWLA Massingham Heath Project. The project has seen over thirty SWLA artists follow the seasons and changing flora, fauna and landscape of an exciting rewilding project in West Norfolk.

The SWLA Massingham Heath Project was featured on BBC Radio 4's Open Country. Listen here to host Martha Kearney in conversation with SWLA President Harriet Mead and members Darren Woodhead and Kim Atkinson. 

Special Events

Alongside the exhibition, a series of special events will include artist demonstrations, talks, and a portfolio day.

About the SWLA

The Society of Wildlife Artists is a registered charity that seeks to generate an appreciation of and delight in the natural world through all forms of fine art based on or representing the world’s wildlife.

Through art, the Society actively seeks not only to generate an appreciation of and enthusiasm for the natural world, but also to advance the interest, education and concern of the public in the conservation of wildlife.

The focus of the Society’s year is the annual exhibition, The Natural Eye.