Sophie Green

Sophie Green is an award-winning conservation and wildlife artist from the UK who specialises in capturing the photorealistic details of animals and their surroundings. Her highly emotive works highlight issues surrounding animal welfare and the environment, drawing our attention to both the beauty and vulnerability of nature.

Sophie Green's Career and Conservation Projects

In addition to her painting and print career, Sophie founded the online gallery and art store, Art Basket. She donates 10% of her profits to wildlife and conservation charities. The artist also collaborates with foundations, such as IFAW, The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, and Explorers Against Extinction.

Awards

In 2021, Sophie received the Medal of Excellence by the Artists for Conservation Foundation for her outstanding work in wildlife conservation. She won the Leisure Painter People's Choice Award in 2020 and 2021. She was also shortlisted for the BBC Wildlife Magazine People’s Choice Award and deemed highly commended in prizes, such as the Wildlife Artist of the Year Competition, the Sketch for Survival Award, and the Ashurst Emerging Artist Prize. In 2021, Sophie was among one of 20 Artists to exhibit at COP26. She has featured in My Modern Met.