Wildlife Jewels® Arts & Education
Connecting People with Wildlife and Inspiring Wildlife Protection through a Unique Fusion of Arts, Science, Storytelling, and Action
At Wildlife Jewels, our Arts & Education programs uniquely blend hands-on STEAM learning with service learning and creative expression to empower individuals of all ages to engage deeply with conservation. By combining science, art, and storytelling, we connect people personally with wildlife—such as sharing the wonder of baby rehabilitated hummingbirds during pollinator planting activities. This fusion fosters empathy and inspires action to protect and preserve our majestic wildlife.
Through immersive field experiences, creative workshops, and captivating storytelling, we bring conservation to life, making it tangible, accessible, and deeply memorable. We are proud to offer programs designed to reach diverse communities, including Title I schools and underserved groups, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to become a passionate wildlife protector.
Wildlife Jewels SEA: Sealife Engagement through Arts
A hands-on program for youth and community members that blends arts, science, and real wildlife stories to spark connection with coastal wildlife and inspire action.
Wildlife Jewels SEA™ connects participants with the wonders of sea life through a unique fusion of art, science, storytelling, and action. The program combines guided coastal exploration with hands-on art workshops and real-world rescue stories to deepen understanding of marine wildlife and the threats they face. Through this immersive experience, participants not only learn about coastal species and habitats—they become inspired to protect them.
SEA serves people of all ages, with tailored versions for schools (including Title I and underserved communities) as well as public programs for families, youth, and community groups, ensuring inclusive access to ocean education and stewardship.
Offered as:
School Programs – Grades K–12
Community Programs – Public beach walks + art workshops for youth, families, and adults
EYES- Engage Your Eyes for Sealife
A hands-on learning experience for students that blends science, storytelling, and stewardship to foster care and curiosity for California’s coastal wildlife.
Wildlife Jewels® EYES™ connects students to the natural world through guided coastal observation, real-world wildlife stories, and creative reflection activities. Students learn to identify local marine and shore species, understand the challenges they face—from pollution to entanglement—and explore how people can help protect them.
Through interactive lessons, outdoor exploration, and optional art components, participants gain observation skills, environmental awareness, and a sense of stewardship for the coastlines they call home.
EYES is offered as:
School Programs (Grades K–12): Classroom and field-based sessions introducing students to local wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation actions.
Community Programs: Public walks and citizen-science activities for youth, families, and community groups.
Wildlife Jewels PETAL: Pollinator Engagement through Arts & Learning
Inspiring Pollinator Conservation through Art, Science, Storytelling, and Action.
PETAL™ nurtures a deep connection to pollinators by blending education, storytelling, art, and hands-on native planting to promote conservation action. Participants explore the vital roles of pollinators in ecosystems through real-life stories and science, then express their learning creatively in art workshops. The program offers tailored versions for schools—including Title I and underserved communities—and public programs for families, youth, and community groups. By combining habitat restoration with inclusive education and artistic expression, PETAL™ empowers people of all ages to protect and celebrate pollinators and the environments they sustain.
Offered as:
School Programs – Classroom art + native planting for grades K–12
Community Programs – Park, garden, and event-based versions open to all
Wildlife Jewels Paint for Wildlife
A signature Wildlife Jewels® art and education program where conservation comes to life on a grand canvas. Each piece features a carefully chosen collection of species from a specific theme or location — from icy Antarctic seas to vibrant California bays.
Drawn in our Founder’s distinctive Wildlife Jewels® style, the large canvas becomes a living tribute to the wildlife it portrays, uniting majestic species that share a habitat or conservation story.
The program comes to life through three unique editions:
Founder’s Signature Edition – Drawn and painted entirely by the Wildlife Jewels® Founder Artist.
Community Collaboration Edition – Founder’s linework painted by participants at community events and workshops.
School Edition – Founder’s linework painted by students as part of classroom workshops or wildlife education programs.
Each edition transforms art into a celebration of biodiversity and a call to protect it — engaging people of all ages in creativity, connection, and conservation.
Wildlife Jewels Dress For Wildlife® (DFW)
Fashion for Awareness | Art with Impact
Dress for Wildlife® is a bold educational initiative by Wildlife Jewels® that fuses fashion, fine arts, science, and storytelling to raise awareness about wildlife and the threats they face. Each piece is inspired by the real-life beauty and struggles of individual species—turning wearable art into a platform for education and advocacy.
The program includes:
A signature wildlife-inspired dress collection featured in exhibitions and fundraisers
An educational clothing capsule supporting conservation through fashion
Art & fashion workshops for schools and community groups, including optional field trips to observe wildlife and habitats before translating those experiences into wearable designs
STEAM-based learning experiences where students paint, design, and create their own wildlife-themed fashion pieces
Whether showcased at a fundraising gala or created in a classroom, DFW transforms art and fashion into powerful tools for conservation awareness and creative engagement—especially for youth, Title I schools, and underserved communities.
Wildlife Jewels Learn From Wildlife® (LFW)– STEAM Field & Art Workshops
Immersive science-and-art experiences that spark lasting connections to wildlife.
Wildlife Jewels®’ Learn From Wildlife® is an innovative education program that nurtures wildlife awareness and inspires stewardship through the power of art, science, storytelling, and technology. Designed for learners of all ages, the program is delivered in a variety of flexible formats, including:
Field-based nature walks paired with guided art workshops
Indoor presentations and hands-on sessions in classrooms, libraries, and community centers
Community presentations and event-based talks at public festivals, partner events, or Wildlife Jewels® programs
Online webinars for expanded access and engagement
Educational resources like the Color and Discover™ coloring book series
Whether at the beach, in a classroom, or at a local event, Learn From Wildlife® empowers participants to connect with wildlife through creativity, science, and storytelling.
Wildlife Jewels Color and Discover – A Learn From Wildlife® Series
A creative coloring book series designed to inspire wildlife curiosity and conservation awareness in learners of all ages.
Each book in the Wildlife Jewels Color and Discover™ series features original illustrations, fascinating facts, and conservation stories about local species observed and documented by Wildlife Jewels®. These books are used in our workshops and also shared with classrooms and community groups as take-home learning tools to deepen engagement through art and storytelling.
Wildlife Jewels Arts Hearts Wildlife™ (AHW)
Engaging, wildlife-inspired art workshops designed to inspire creativity and conservation awareness—no field trips required.
These workshops bring hands-on, guided art activities to classrooms, community centers, senior groups, and other venues, using storytelling and visual arts to connect participants with wildlife and environmental themes.
Flexible and accessible for all ages and settings, these workshops nurture creativity while deepening understanding of wildlife and the natural world.
Wildlife Education for Schools
Wildlife Jewels® offers engaging, standards-aligned wildlife education programs for students in grades K–12, with tailored options for Title I schools. Our programs blend science, art, storytelling, and field learning to connect students with wildlife and inspire future conservationists.
Title I Schools Programs
Expanding access to nature, wildlife science, and the arts for underserved students through immersive STEAM learning, storytelling, and hands-on engagement.
We provide tailored STEAM-based education experiences for Title I schools and underserved communities—empowering students to explore, create, and connect with wildlife through science, art, storytelling, and conservation.
All of our youth-focused programs—SEA, PETAL, LFW, and DFW—are offered in adapted formats specifically for underserved schools. We collaborate directly with teachers and school administrators to deliver dynamic, wildlife-focused learning through:
Interactive STEAM presentations & wildlife storytelling
Creative art workshops in painting, design, and mixed media
Schoolyard native planting projects supporting pollinators and biodiversity
Immersive field trips to local beaches, parks, or gardens—paired with reflective art and conservation activities
Our goal is to spark lasting curiosity, compassion, and environmental awareness—while ensuring equitable access to innovative wildlife education for students in underserved communities.
Wildlife Presentations & Assemblies
Connecting Communities with Wildlife Through Stories That Inspire
Engaging storytelling sessions and interactive presentations that bring wildlife conservation topics to life. Designed for schools, community groups, and special events, these assemblies inspire audiences through captivating stories, visual media, and conservation education. Flexible formats tailored for all ages and settings.
Community Engagement
At Wildlife Jewels®, community connection is at the heart of everything we do. Our Community Engagement programs foster impactful relationships with individuals, families, schools, and partner organizations to inspire conservation action and raise awareness about wildlife protection.
Meet Our Jewels™
by Wildlife Jewels®
Education Through Art and Storytelling
Meet Our Jewels is an art and conservation initiative by Wildlife Jewels®, celebrating the beauty and importance of precious wildlife around the globe. Through fine art, science, hands-on creative programs, fashion collections, and educational experiences, we connect people with the wonder of nature while inspiring action to protect it.
Wildlife Gems™
Inspiring the world to protect wildife through fine art and educational workshops featuring unique wildlife.
Wildlife Jewels® Collections & Exhibitions
Original fine art and designs sharing stories of individual wildlife, inspiring wildlife protection.
Original fine art and designs sharing stories of individual wildlife, inspiring wildlife protection.The Wildlife Jewels® Collections is an extraordinary collection of fine art and fashion created by our Executive Director, who combines her own vivid wildlife photography with intricate, wildlife-inspired paintings. Each piece tells the unique story of an individual wildlife—ranging from poaching survivors to local wildlife ambassadors—capturing their beauty and inspiring a deeper connection to wildlife conservation. Through exhibitions and fashion events, the collection raises awareness and fosters action to protect wildlife and their habitats.