Art by Jim Wilson

Jim’s lifelong love and fascination with nature and wildlife compelled him as a young boy to draw and paint the natural world around him.  His paintings and drawings have earned the distinction of a unique blend of artistry and fidelity to each subject he paints, thus capturing the power, essence, and emotion he embraces as a naturalist.

Born in Virginia he spent his childhood watching wildlife and learning about nature while hiking the Blue Ridge and exploring the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. As a child it was his fascination with wildlife and it’s habitat that nurtured his sense of adventure and a need to explore the unknown.  As an avid outdoorsman, Wilson continues to hike the wilderness areas of the world to gather material for his painting. He explores a tremendous variety of habitats so that he can depict his subjects in their proper physical contexts.

Jim has a passion and reverence for the natural world and has spent a lifetime sharing this passion through his art.

“Wilderness, its variety, its beauty, I perceive as vital to our human existence. Understanding its nature is key to its appreciation and ultimately its preservation.”