Art that
listens
to the wild
Step Into My World
Immerse yourself in an art practice rooted in conservation, mindfulness, and deep attention to the natural world.
I’m Jade Shepherd, an artist inspired by time spent listening to the land and moving through different landscapes. Working primarily in pen and ink, with explorations in paint and digital media, I create visual stories shaped by observation, care, and a reverence for the wild.
Where Attention Becomes Care
The Living Triad
Three woven threads that shape how the work takes place
Ecological Storytelling
I create visual stories shaped by encounters with the natural world, drawing from myth, symbolism, and lived experience. Each piece is an offering of attention, honoring the interwoven lives, rhythms, and systems that hold us all.
Attentive Presence
My work begins with presence rather than production. By slowing down and paying close attention, I create space to notice what is fragile, overlooked, or quietly enduring, allowing each piece to grow from genuine relationship rather than urgency alone.
Conservation is not an abstract idea in my work, but a responsibility. Through art, collaboration, and shared storytelling, I support real efforts to protect vulnerable species, landscapes, and futures, with 10 percent of all artwork proceeds dedicated to conservation initiatives, transforming attention into care and care into action.
Conservation as Care in Action
Following the Living Thread
Once a month, I share thoughtful letters reflecting on art, conservation, and care for the living world. These notes offer glimpses into my studio practice, collaborations with conservation organizations, and the ways art can support meaningful ecological impact.
