A Wild Life for Wildlife in London

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION - A WILD LIFE FOR WILDLIFE IN LONDON

One of the greatest joys and sources of wonder comes from the most natural place, the wild. Animals, forests, lakes, and all the beautiful treats of planet earth are more exciting and healing than anything we have created. Yet the world is currently experiencing the 6th mass extinction. More and more beautiful creatures are in trouble. The reasons can be linked back to us, humans. Thousands of the most important animals are facing imminent extinction unless we act now. But with the same joy and love that we get from being in these magical places, we can also heal them.

Taking a seat on a tandem bike, joining a game of chess, or throwing a ball in a pool, encourages the public to become a part of the journey with endangered animals. It allows them to learn and understand why each of these species is in trouble. With QR codes connected with the sculpture, the public will be transported to important information about the different animals' lives, needs, and threats. This creates an experience accessible to all, putting wildlife conservation at the centre of people's cities and lives. Wildlife conservation is no longer hidden in the outskirts of human society, it is right here in the urban jungle. 

A Wild Life For Wildlife is part of the broader ‘Love The Last’ project, a social movement driven by public art to raise awareness, funds and support for endangered animals across the world, encouraging people to take action before we lose these animals forever. A Wild Life For Wildlife serves as a beacon for a brighter future. Help share their story through the hashtag #LoveTheLast.

ABOUT GILLIE AND MARC
Gillie and Marc are public artists who have worked side-by-side for over 27 years to create art as one. The husband-and-wife duo are passionate eco-warriors, with a deep respect for the close spiritual bond between humans and animals. They are best known for their beloved characters - Rabbitwoman and Dogman. 

Before Gillie and Marc met, Africa was their first love. Gillie grew up in Zambia. When she was nine, an elephant was tragically shot before her eyes. From then on, she knew she would dedicate her life to protecting the world’s creatures. Meanwhile, in his twenties, Marc spent time in Tanzania with Jane Goodall learning about chimpanzees. Protecting wildlife became a cause extremely close to his heart.

In 2017, Gillie and Marc travelled to Kenya to study the planet's most endangered animal, the Northern White Rhino. They spent their time at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy where the remaining three rhinos lived. They spent a week studying and falling in love with the magnificent animals. Entranced by the gentle giants, Gillie and Marc knew they had to do everything they could to help them. But they also knew that many other animals were in trouble. They, therefore, dedicated their lives to saving all wildlife. Since then, they have made thousands of wildlife sculptures, including the tallest rhino sculpture in the world, The Last Three exhibited in NYC, to spread awareness and save all animals from extinction.

Gillie and Marc’s public artworks can be found spreading the messages of love and conservation around the world. Gillie and Marc have dedicated their lives to art and animal conservation and ask you to join them on their journey to MAKING ART FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. 

www.gillieandmarc.com
 

SCULPTURES

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They were on a wild ride to a safer place with Rabbitwoman and Dogman

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Climb aboard the wildest tandem in the world!

Have you ever seen an elephant ride a bike? What about a giraffe? Together this unusual crew are riding to find safety. The animals include; a hippo, Masai giraffe, African elephant, chimpanzee, Grevy’s zebra, Northern white rhino, lion, and mountain gorilla. Each is threatened by endangerment, mainly from poaching and habitat loss. Their only chance for survival is if everyone comes together, lending their peddling power to save all species. Would you like to join?  

Rabbitwoman and Dogman tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

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The White Rhino was thinking ahead with Dogman's encouragement

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Are you ready to join the game? 

The air is buzzing with concentration. Dogman and the white rhino are head to head in a very close game of chess. The rhino has a lot of practice when it comes to forward thinking. Life on the African plains can be dangerous with poachers lurking out of sight. Every day, 1 rhino is killed by poachers. She must always stay one step ahead to survive.

Dogman is part of the iconic hybrid duo who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

 

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The Giant Tortoise and Rabbitwoman loved the sound of the wild

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The best music is wild.

One of the most melodious places in the world is the wild. There’s a cacophony of sounds; the call of the birds, the chirp of the crickets, and the rushing of streams. The giant tortoise thought this was the most beautiful music. With all species of giant tortoise in danger of extinction, he hopes others find it beautiful too. Rabbitwoman wants to share her soundtrack with the world so they can begin to appreciate the artistic importance of saving the wild.

Rabbitwoman is part of the iconic hybrid duo who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

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The Masai Giraffe would stick his neck out with Rabbitwoman's help

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She was hungry for protection. Will you help?

Rabbitwoman loves to cook for her friends. When she met the giraffe she was very excited. She had never had such a tall dinner guest! Masai giraffe populations have fallen by 50% in 3 decades. The food her friend most needs is one that symbolises regeneration, perseverance, and integrity. One acacia spaghetti is on the way!

Rabbitwoman is part of the iconic hybrid duo who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

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The African Elephant never forgot what he learned and neither did Rabbitwoman

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Make yourself comfortable and settle in for the story.

Elephants have astounding memories. This African elephant loves to learn. Each day he could be found buried in a book. Today he is learning about conservation techniques alongside his great friend Rabbitwoman. Currently, 55 of his fellow African elephants are killed every day by poachers. Together they hope to discover how to put a stop to this. Storing all the valuable tips, he hopes he can find a solution.

Rabbitwoman is part of the iconic hybrid duo who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

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The Eastern Lowland Gorilla only shoots photos with Dogman

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Strike a pose, you’re on camera!

The Eastern Lowland gorilla was a great shot. He knew how to find the best angle, make the light work in his favour, and ensure his target was perfect. Today he is using his skills for change. Since 1995, the population size of his species has dropped by 77%. Together with Dogman, they show the world that the best shot is with a camera, never a gun.

Dogman is part of the iconic hybrid duo who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild. In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

 

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The Polar Bear and Dogman wanted everyone to stay cool

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Are you ready to join the game?

This polar bear loves being in the water. It was so refreshing and always helped him to stop worrying about silly things. But while he loves water he’s also concerned with how much more there is in his frozen home. As the ice melts it’s being transformed. Experts predict his species will decline by 30% by 2050. He wants everyone to know about his problem, asking them to stay cool and help his home stay that way too.

Dogman is part of the iconic hybrid duo who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them. 

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The Hippo was hungry to try new things with Rabbitwoman

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Here’s some food for thought!

The hippo had a problem. Her kind was known as some of the most bad-tempered and dangerous animals. But she was just a big softy. All she asked was to be given space and plenty of waterholes to wallow in. Unfortunately, the water holes are drying up and over 95% of hippos have disappeared in the DRC alone. She explained all of this to her friend Rabbitwoman over coffee and plenty of watermelons. It will take a group effort to solve her problem.

Rabbitwoman is part of the iconic hybrid duo who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild. In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

 

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The Grevy's Zebra was on the move to safer ground with Rabbitwoman and Dogman

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Get ready for the wildest ride of your life!

One day, as Rabbitwoman and Dogman were racing down the dusty roads of Kenya, they quickly came to a stop for a zebra crossing. In a second they knew this was a kindred spirit. Jumping on the back the three raced away, the zebra baying with joy. The zebra told them how his species has declined by 54% in just 30 years. Together they would put a stop to this, showing how the greatest friendships are so much more than black and white.

Rabbitwoman and Dogman tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

 

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Rise Up Rhino

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Are you strong enough to save a life?

There are only 2 Northern White Rhino left in the world. Poaching has sent these iconic creatures dangerously close to extinction. Lifting a full-size male white rhino who can weigh up to 4 tonnes in real life, the equivalent of 50 humans, Rabbitwoman and Dogman show us what we must do. We must all work together if we are to save them from extinction. Take a seat next to them and join the mission to lift up the rhino and become their protector.

Rabbitwoman and Dogman tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together as best friends and soul mates. These beloved hybrid characters work as our conduit with wildlife, helping us find joy in nature and rekindle our connection with the wild.  In the last 50 years, 70% of the world’s wildlife has been lost. We must act now to save them.

 

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The Wild Table of Love

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One of the most intimate experiences we share as humans is also the simplest, sitting down together and sharing a meal. It’s a time where we can nourish, support, and enjoy time with each other, a time that is cherished by many families all around the world.

But not everyone gets to share this same level of love and support. The world is currently experiencing the 6th mass extinction. More and more beautiful creatures are being pushed towards the threat of extinction and the reasons can always be linked back to us, humans. We have moulded the earth to suit our needs, indifferent to the effects on the other living creatures who share our planet.

This public sculpture experience is an invitation to join the best banquet in the world. Expertly crafted in bronze, the table is set and the animals are already tucking in, all that is left is for the public to take their seats.

Rabbitwoman and Dogman, the internationally beloved hybrid characters who have travelled the world spreading messages of love, acceptance, and adventure, play host to the party. They sit at a huge banquet table, six metres long, adorned with some of the most delectable foods imaginable. Their guests; ten of the world's most endangered animals. Rabbitwoman and Dogman have opened their table to the animals as a symbol of love and support, welcoming them into their family and promising to protect them in every way they can.