Becky Macpherson

My vision for my work as an artist is to make a difference for those who don't have a voice. I paint wildlife with the intention of capturing the essence of that animal's Being. I ask each animal to guide me in transforming what it is that makes them unique and magical into a work of art.

When viewing one of these paintings, you are connecting in a very real way to the animal itself. My vision is to empower you to feel a deeper connection to the magic of the natural world as a whole- a connection that then brings the presence of that magic more fully into your daily life.

It is also my vision as a conservation artist to be a catalyst for change. To raise public awareness of the individuality and wonder of each animal and to get resources to the 'boots on the ground' of animal advocacy and conservation- the people and organizations working tirelessly every day to care for and support the animals and environments they serve. Each of these Conservation Paintings benefits an animal sanctuary or conservation group chosen based on the subject matter of the painting. Each organization will be vetted for responsibility of operations. In this way I hope to raise awareness and financial support for conservation efforts around the wor...

St. Mary's College of Maryland (B.A.)
Johns Hopkins University (M.A.T.)
Mitchell School of Fine Art