TWASI wish to thank Patron Anna-Louise Pickering of the Pollyanna Pickering Foundation, http://pollyannapickering.co.uk/, for presenting the awards again this year.
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Christopher Parsons Award for Artistic Excellence
Link between the four artworks ‘Seaweed’
Jill Tisbury for ‘Seaweed’
Judges comment: “This beautifully resolved series demonstrates exceptional originality and material
sensitivity, transforming glass into richly atmospheric studies of coastal and aquatic life. The layered compositions, subtle translucency, and refined craftsmanship create works that feel both delicate and immersive, capturing fragility, movement, and natural rhythm with remarkable artistic coherence.”
Gold Award for best 2D Artwork In any medium
Sophie Parkhill for ‘In Reverie’
Judges comment: “This exceptional work demonstrates outstanding technical mastery, compositional
confidence, and emotional immediacy. The dramatic cropping and luminous handling of colour and texture create an intensely engaging encounter, while the tiger’s gaze conveys both power and vulnerability with remarkable clarity and presence.”
Gold Award for the best sculpture or 3D artwork
Immy Hathaway for ‘Unbound’
Judges comment: “A standout ambitious dynamic sculpture, using line and void to powerful effect. A
highly memorable work with strong compositional tension and interplay between two forms, creating a real energy in the round”
Gold Award for the best Miniature Painting
For the best miniature painting which complies with the rules and regulations of TWASI
Sarah Lee for ‘A Buzz’
Judges comment: “A beautifully observed and finely resolved miniature, rich in colour, detail and
standout, well-framed, compositional charm”
The Lady Scott Award
Vic Sharratt for ‘Owl over the Meadows’
Judges comment: “This exceptional image captures a moment of absolute predatory focus and silent
authority. The low flight of the owl across the bluebell meadow creates extraordinary immediacy and atmosphere, while the composition, timing, and control of motion combine to produce a photograph of rare impact and natural drama.”
The Keith Shackleton Award
An award in memory of the artist Keith Shackleton, who died in 2015. This award is open to Members who are Amateur Artists – and will be awarded to the picture or sculpture that best captures the essential “presence” of the subject.
France Bauduin for ‘Journey into the Light’
Judges comment: “This commanding portrait combines exceptional technical precision with a powerful
sense of movement and authority. The low viewpoint and advancing stride create immediate tension and presence, while the restrained background focuses attention entirely on the lioness’s quiet strength, intelligence, and predatory confidence.”
The Ken Stroud Founder’s Award
An award presented and named by the Central Council in respect of the unstinting work of Ken Stroud in founding the Society. This award will be presented for the best Interpretation of British Wildlife. The judges will be looking for originality of idea and empathy with the chosen subject.
Valerie Briggs for “Moonlight Magic”
Judges comment: “This haunting monochrome composition demonstrates exceptional atmospheric
control and compositional drama. The interplay of moonlight, landscape, and the illusive wildcat creates a powerful sense of mystery, tension, and wild presence, executed with impressive tonal precision and emotional depth.”
The Simon Combes Award
Awarded for the best non British Wildlife depicted in its habitat this includes water world or landscapes. The judges will be looking for originality and an imaginative approach to the subject.
Sue Jarvis for ‘Blush of Zambezi Dusk’
Judges comment: “This work demonstrates strong compositional balance and emotional restraint,
combining the monumental presence of the elephant with delicately observed bird movement and reflective water light. The subdued palette and atmospheric handling create a poignant sense of coexistence, calm, and quiet dignity within the landscape.”
The David Shepherd Award
For the best work depicting any species officially listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as endangered or threatened.
Nicholas Day for ‘Maned Wolf’
Judges comment: “This striking close-cropped portrait demonstrates exceptional technical control and observational sensitivity. The artist’s handling of texture, colour, and detail creates an intensely intimate encounter, while the direct gaze conveys both vulnerability and quiet strength, capturing the essential presence of the animal with remarkable impact.”
The Two Rivers Paper Award
For the best work in any medium on Paper
John Horton for ‘Farmyard Hunting’
Judges comment: “This work combines careful draughtsmanship with a strong sense of rural atmosphere and narrative. The restrained palette, architectural structure, and subtle inclusion of wildlife create a quietly evocative portrait of place, memory, and changing countryside heritage.”
Highly Commended
Peter Morley for ‘In Formation’
Judges comment: “A clear, strong, sense of place with atmospheric composure”
The Jeff Shaw Drawing Award
For a drawing using dry medium only on any surface in Graphite, Charcoal, Colour Pencils, Pastels and Carbon. The secondary use of a brush, fingers or a blender to create an area of tone is permitted.
Alison Edwards for ‘Just Watching’
Judges comment: “This compelling composition combines sharp observational detail with a powerful sense of tension and stillness. The dramatic cropping, reflective surface, and intense focus on the crocodilians eye create an immediate psychological presence, while the controlled use of light and colour heightens the work’s atmosphere and visual impact.”
Highly Commended
Lucy D’Auvergne for ‘Poised’
Judges comment: “A poised, distinctive interpretation, defining quiet authority with a strong emotional
presence”
Highly Commended
Jacqueline Edmonds for ‘Cat Fiadaitch’
Judges comment: “A beautifully observed and highly engaging study, with strong detail, atmosphere, and
immediate appeal.”
Highly Commended
Tracy Ruth Hancock for ‘New Day’
Judges comment: “A quiet luminosity and emotional stillness of the salt marsh landscape with
confidence. The restrained palette, atmospheric light, and fluid handling of space created a strong sense of place and reflective calm”
Highly Commended
David Spencer for ‘Lunchtime’
Judges comment: “A sensitive and original portrayal of British Wildlife, full of character, atmosphere, and
quiet empathy.”
The Wildlife Art Society International Award
No overall winner…
Judges comment:
“Although the international contribution was appreciated, the works did not ultimately
align strongly enough with the criteria and calibre we were seeking for this award.”
The Pollyanna Pickering Award
In memory of our late Patron Pollyanna Pickering, this award will show how wildlife art can raise awareness for threatened species and be used for fundraising.
No overall winner…
Judges comment: “While it was encouraging to see participation represented, We did not feel the
submitted works demonstrated the level of technical, conceptual, or emotional distinction required for this particular award category.”
The Wildlife Art Society International 