Welcome
Art for Africa invites you into the world of high realism portrait and wildlife painting with internationally renowned artist Daniel Taylor. The journey begins in Africa, follows the path of a creative vision, and ends in Canada with high realism masterworks on canvas.
The project's goal is to raise awareness and funds for innovative projects that link community development needs with conservation. It also supports education of schoolchildren in Africa.
Through this website we provide regular updates -- limited edition prints are now available -- please visit our online gallery for more information.
New -- you can now also order a gorilla t-shirt as a unique gift for yourself or for others.
What's on the easel?
July 2008 - Daniel has completed the painting of the Cross River Gorilla! Official presentation in October.
The Cross River Gorilla is the most endangered primate of Africa and one of the world's 25 most endangered primate species.
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February 2008 - The painting of the chimpanzee mother and baby has been completed and Daniel and will soon start with an amazing scene of endangered Cape Griffon vultures perching on rocks.
December 2007 - the painting of a lion & lioness is now available. Check the online gallery for prints!
2009 Year of the Gorilla
To celebrate the Year of the Gorilla, two special editions of the Mountain gorilla print series have been created.
This powerful art work features the Mountain gorilla, flagship species the famous Virunga volcanic mountains of Central Africa.
Goal is to support the YoG initiatives and raise funds and awareness for gorilla conservation by the Great Ape Survival Partnership (GRASP). You can choose how your donation is spent by selecting one of the projects. 80% of the revenues will go directly to the project that you donated to. Click here for more information.
During the recent UN Year of the Gorilla Symposium in Frankfurt, Germany, Ian Redmond - Ambassador for the UN Year of the Gorilla - and Princess Odette Maniema Krempin - UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador - signed special editions of the Mountain gorilla and Cross River gorilla art works.
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Events Schedule
May 2009 - Wildlife Fine Art Exhibition 2009 in Japan ~ For the future of Wildlife, Japan Wildlife Center (JWC) - Exhibit and sale of endangered species prints at Machida City Museum of Graphic Art (Tokyo), the oldest Graphic Arts Museum in Japan.
April/May 2009 - When Paintings Come Alive , Article in International Artist Magazine - Art in the Making - Cross River Gorilla and other African endangered species.
11 April 2009 - Urban Art Spotlight Event, Urban Art Gallery, Langley, Vancuver, B.C., Canada. Witness a master piece in the making while Daniel Taylor paints from 12:00pm to 5:30pm.
19 October 2008 - ACF/MVCBC Open House - Art for Africa Exhibit, film showing and auction - Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre in Langley, BC, Canada, including the unveiling of the first ever painting of a Cross River gorilla.
September 11, 2008 - Exhibition and presentation at the Shaw Tv Studios, Vancouver - Special event at the launch of The Daily. "Wildlife artist Daniel Taylor was present with his moving display of African wildlife art and their newest project to save the Cross River Gorilla in Africa".
10 July 2008 - The Daily TV Interview - A daily burst of inspiring talk television: with Mark and Laura-Lynn.
24 June 2008 - Shaw TV Interview - 'Studio 4' hosted by Fanny Kiefer.
Compelling conversations about the arts, politics, social issues and everything in between.
3/4 May 2008 - CBC Radio One - Interview - 'North by North West' hosted by Cameron Phillips.
Good company, good music and great conversation, all served up with a healthy sense of humour.
20 March 2008 - 'People Uncut', The Biography Channel, Canada.
With Shannon Nelson, host of The Biography Channel’s national profile interview program 'People Uncut'.
20 February 2008 - 'Urban Rush', Shaw TV, Vancouver, B.C., Canada.
Urban Rush on Shaw TV is Vancouver’s award winning entertainment talk show hosted by Michael Eckford and Fiona Forbes.
14 February 2008 - 'The Express', Shaw TV, B.C., Canada.
The Express is a lifestyle magazine program with Johanna Ward.
January/February 2008 - Breakfast TV Interview - Vancouver, B.C. Canada
November 2007 - Global TV News Feature - Canada
Latest News & Blog
World premiere of a high-realist portrait of the Cross River gorilla
Vancouver, BC, Canada - The first ever painting of a Cross River gorilla, Africa's most endangered primate, will be unveiled to the public for the first time on 19 October 2008, at the Mountain Vie...
Who Will Save Them?
The gorilla stares out searchingly, a slight quiver on its lip, as it folds its fingers and holds its own hands. The image is strikingly real. But it's also a painting. Coquitlam resident Daniel Ta...
Saving gorillas, one print at a time
Tracking the extremely elusive and endangered Cross River gorilla is an activity best done in silence. Daniel Taylor and his wife, Ginette, barely spoke as they took careful steps over treac...
Cross River Gorilla Art Workshop in Limbe
This highly focussed event hosted by the Limbe Wildlife Centre comprised of a unique workshop with Cameroonian artists featuring the Cross River Gorilla. The workshop was part of the AFC Fl...
How to get involved?
- Buy a print
Buy one of the available prints and contribute directly to the conservation of wildlife or the education of schoolchildren in Africa. We have made it as easy as possible to order prints and even request commission work directly through this website. - Donate to one of our conservation projects
All donations are very welcome and are 100% tax-deductible. - Stay Informed - Join our mailing list.
Receive news about Art for Africa and follow the painting's progress. We will send out periodic newsletters and updates by e-mail.
Endorsements
"I am greatly encouraged by the work of the African Conservation Foundation for they are motivated by the idea that nature and our environment are an essential gift that we need to protect for the physical and spiritual well-being of future generations."
-- His Holiness, the Dalai Lama
August 2002
Testimonials
"Daniel draws on love of nature to create works exhibited worldwide."
-- The Now
"The quality of your work along with your obvious commitment to the conservation cause is a great match for Artists for Conservation."
-- Jeffrey Whiting, President & Founder, AFC (WNAG )
"If Daniel Taylor was born during the Italian Renaissance, he'd probably be painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo."
-- The Tri-City News
"I believe this global initiative will not only benefit the people in Africa but also our own community here when you come back and share the experience"
-- Harry Bloy, Deputy Chair, Province of British Columbia
