"WHAT IS IT THAT FUELS YOU?"
Questions I've been asked by many and my answer remains same - "if you're passionate about something, you won't consider your work as a task".
Ever since I was a child, I was deeply passionate about animals. I wanted to do something for the species in danger, but couldn't, making me switch to different roles, from casting producer to a photographer to a graphic designer to concept artist but couldn't find solace.
Now, how did a photographer/graphic designer/concept artist turned into a wildlife illustrator! It all started in 2018 when I heard the news of a northern white male rhinoceros taking its last breath. His name was Sudan. This turned out to be the turning point in my life.
After reading that news, I asked myself a question, we sure know that there are rhinoceros but do we know why they are important, do we know them any better?
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That day I decided to leave everything and dedicated my life to wildlife. I knew it was my calling.
Since then, I have been educating people through my art about the plight we (in)directly have been imposing on wildlife.
I started my journey with this painting of Sudan as a tribute to the species we have lost because of the ignorance we have towards wildlife.
Since then, I have been educating people through my art about the plight we (in)directly have been imposing on wildlife.
I started my journey with this painting of Sudan as a tribute to the species we have lost because of the ignorance we have towards wildlife.
My main objective is to educate people and to create a platform where we can join our hands together to take a step forward towards conservation. That is something that we can accomplish by knowing them better.
- Akshita S. Lawrence
Founder, Espérance Wildlife Artworks
#KnowThemBetter
And i am not alone
Meet my husband Kenneth Lawrence
My husband, Kenneth, is a professional filmmaker who has a great fondness for capturing the beauty and majesty of the natural world and telling its many stories.
Together, we're a husband-wife duo who share a combined passion and zest for wildlife and their ecosystems.
Our mission is to create unique artworks that showcase the incredible diversity of life on our planet. Through my art and Kenneth's films, we aim to inspire people to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the natural world, and to take action to protect it.
Whether we're exploring the forests, grasslands or mountains, we are always on the lookout for new and fascinating species to feature in our paintings and films. From majestic lions and graceful deer, to colorful birds and curious monkeys, we love capturing the unique spirit and personality of each creature in our work.
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check out kenneth's work on youtube
From the wild jungles of India to the rugged mountains of the Himalayas and the scorching deserts of the Rann of Kutch, his films capture the spirit of the wild.
Explore the journey on his YouTube page.
Himalayas 2025