Wilderness Society: 30 years of nature book illustration

At the Wilderness Society, we believe stories can spark wonder and curiosity about the world around us, and help people connect with places that need our protection.

That’s why, for the past 30 years, the Wilderness Society's Environment Award for Children’s Literature has recognised books that grow a love of nature in young people. 

To celebrate the award’s 30th anniversary, we’ve partnered with The Wheeler Centre in Melbourne to host an exhibition of select illustrations from books shortlisted over the three decades—including works by much-loved author-illustrators Alison Lester, Jeannie Baker, Oliver Jeffers, Renee Treml and more!

The artworks will be on display from 3-31 October across three locations: The Wheeler Centre, the Moat and Readings State Library Victoria, as part of the Wilderness Society's Nature Book Week. Find more events near you: wilderness.org.au/nbw

All the prints are available for sale here, to raise vital funds for our work to protect nature. Peruse the catalogue of beautiful prints below, and bid for your favourites!

Auction terms and conditions

Prints will be available after 31 October 2024.

Prints will be available for collection from the Melbourne CBD (The Wheeler Centre) or Fitzroy (Wilderness Society office), or posted (either flat-pack or mailing tube) within Australia, to the winning bidder.

A representative of the Wilderness Society will contact each of the winning bidders to arrange collection or postage of the print. 

Please note that payments for auction items are not tax-deductible. Click here to make a tax deductible donation.

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