Not So Hopeless
Endangered animals. The media represents this topic with a wave of negativity rendering people to feel powerless. However, around the world the tides are starting to change as people are working to help our endangered animals. From individuals to large organizations, people are saving animals from near extinction and increasing their populations.
In the United States the Endangered Species Act placed in 1973 has been 99% successful at preventing extinction. In Asia engrained traditions that have existed for thousands of years are starting to change as animal protection laws are being put in place and new awareness efforts are starting to shift mentalities. Even in developing and unstable countries in Africa and South America, small communities and individuals are having astounding success in increasing the populations of endangered animals.
For my series ‘’Not So Hopeless’’ I’ve been collecting these stories and representing each in a painting. Every painting is an iconic representation of the country and story - and together they will give a visual impact of the positive change happening around the world to save our animals. At this pinnacle moment in history where animals are becoming extinct at high rates because of humans, it is vital that we know these success stories to realize that our actions can make a difference.
#notsohopeless @emilyreadart
In the United States the Endangered Species Act placed in 1973 has been 99% successful at preventing extinction. In Asia engrained traditions that have existed for thousands of years are starting to change as animal protection laws are being put in place and new awareness efforts are starting to shift mentalities. Even in developing and unstable countries in Africa and South America, small communities and individuals are having astounding success in increasing the populations of endangered animals.
For my series ‘’Not So Hopeless’’ I’ve been collecting these stories and representing each in a painting. Every painting is an iconic representation of the country and story - and together they will give a visual impact of the positive change happening around the world to save our animals. At this pinnacle moment in history where animals are becoming extinct at high rates because of humans, it is vital that we know these success stories to realize that our actions can make a difference.
#notsohopeless @emilyreadart
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