The 16th annual National Exhibition of Wildlife Art (NEWA) opens to visitors on Friday, July 16 at the Gordale Garden Centre at Burton, on the Wirral peninsula.
Badgers by Clare Shaughnessy, painted in acrylics
Elephants by Tony Forrest
The prestigious exhibition features 400 diverse drawings, paintings and sculptures from both professional and amateur artists. All the work on display will also be available to view and to buy at www.newa-uk.com
Prayer of Godwits by Judith Nicholl
Luangwa Lioness by John Threlfall NEWA has been at Gordale for seven years. The specially constructed gallery offers an informal style of exhibition, with the art displayed in lovely natural light.
Morning Song by Carl Thompson
This year, NEWA will also host a Wildlife Awareness Day on July 16. Representatives from the Born Free Foundation, the RSPB and Cheshire Wildlife Trust will all be available to answer visitors' questions.
Richmond Fallow by Julie Rhodes
The NEWA runs July 16-August 1 and admission is free. For more information, visit www.newa-uk.com
Time to Take Cover (Brown Hare) by Steven Lingham
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