Deepti Jain

I am a wildlife artist based in Mumbai, India, inspired by the extraordinary beauty and quiet resilience of the natural world. Through realism, I seek to create more than a visual representation of an animal, I strive to capture its personality, emotion, and the story reflected in its eyes.

I work primarily with soft pastels, charcoal, graphite, and oil, choosing each medium for its ability to convey texture, depth, and subtle expression. Every artwork begins with careful research and observation, allowing me to honour the unique characteristics of each species while remaining true to nature.

Conservation is at the heart of my artistic journey. I believe art has the power to foster empathy and inspire meaningful conversations about the wildlife we share our planet with. Whether depicting a majestic albatross over the open ocean, the quiet gaze of a snow leopard, or the gentle innocence of a koala, my hope is that each piece encourages viewers to pause, connect, and appreciate the remarkable diversity of life around us.

For me, every drawing is an opportunity to preserve a fleeting moment in nature, a reminder that beauty, compassion, and conservation are deeply connected.

2022, Cape Parrot exhibition, East London Museum, South Africa
2021, Colors of Independence-75 years of art, Bombay Art Society, India
2021, Olhares Da Caatinga, Amigos da onca, Brazil
2017,Art Life, Noida, India