Building on the momentum of the Sustainable Finance for Tiger Landscapes Conference held in Bhutan this May, and in honor of Her Majesty the Queen of Bhutan's dedication to conservation, Banovich Art is proud to announce the release of a limited edition Giclée of the painting gifted to Her Majesty by John Banovich. Don't miss this exclusive Giclée release in support of the Tiger Conservation Coalition.
Elevate your impact by owning a Limited Edition Giclée, saving tigers, and becoming a part of history.
I was honored to create a special painting for Her Majesty, the Queen of Bhutan, in gratitude for her royal patronage of the first International Tiger Summit in Bhutan, at the request of the International Tiger Conservation Coalition. Thrilled to attend as their guest and witness the beauty of Bhutan, I presented ‘TAK’ to Her Majesty at the opening ceremony. Now, through the limited edition release of this print, we are raising funds to support tiger conservation efforts, marking a historic moment. We are privileged to be at the forefront of a ten-year collaborative journey aimed at securing sustainable financing for the conservation of tiger landscapes.
*photos courtesy of Royal Office of Media, Bhutan
“TAK”
Zawadi Edition - 14” x 11”
150 s/n Limited Editions
15 Artist Proofs
Gallery Edition - 20” x 16”
350 s/n Limited Editions
35 Artist Proof
Inspired by the Tibetan Buddhist concept of the Four Dignities, I delve into the profound themes of wisdom and compassion. Just as I guide my children through life's lessons, I aim to mirror the qualities of each dignity within my artwork. Through the Tiger, symbolizing contentment and discernment, I emphasize the importance of mindfulness and empathy in our daily lives. The discovery of contentment leads to the impetus of one making a leap into the world to be of benefit to others. By infusing my art with these values, I hope to convey the significance of cultivating compassion and wisdom. As we slow down and consider our thoughts, words, and actions with the question, “Will this bring happiness or pain?”, we become like tigers who carefully observe the landscape before making their move.
As an artist, I find myself captivated by the challenge of capturing not just the physicality, but the calmness exuded by the tiger. In its eyes, I see the embodiment of serenity, strength, and compassion over hostility - a testament to the power of inner peace, and to the timeless power of art to inspire, uplift, and unite across cultures and spiritual traditions. - John
Every Contribution Makes a Difference
Your generous donation can help make a difference in protecting and preserving endangered tiger populations. By contributing today, you are supporting the Banovich Wildscapes Foundation's ongoing efforts to safeguard these magnificent animals. All net funds raised will go directly to the Tiger Conservation Coalition, which focuses on critical tiger conservation projects worldwide.
What is the Sustainable Finance for Tiger Landscapes Conference?
The Sustainable Finance for Tiger Landscapes Conference was held in Bhutan under the patronage of Her Majesty The Queen, Jetsun Pema Wangchuck. The two-day summit in Bhutan brought tiger range countries together with visionary private and public sector donors, international development agencies, and tiger conservation NGOs, including WCS, to discuss new and innovative funding streams for landscape scale tiger conservation.
Bhutan and Tiger Conservation Coalition Pledge $1 Billion to Protect Tigers.
The Sustainable Finance for Tiger Landscapes Conference concluded on a high note, marking a historic moment for global conservation efforts. The conference was opened by Her Majesty The Queen of Bhutan, under whose patronage this effort to mobilize greater support for protecting tigers and tiger landscapes has come to fruition.
In an address at the opening ceremony, Her Majesty spoke about the urgency of protecting tiger habitats to safeguard the wellbeing of our planet, and the importance of sustainable funding to carry out this task.
Her Majesty said, "In our commitment to conservation, we must not neglect the realistic and vital need for sustainable funding. All too often, the invaluable work of conservationists is impeded by the unpredictability of financial support. Therefore, the intention of this conference is to raise significant resources through innovative financing mechanisms for tiger landscapes.”
The conference culminated with the Paro Statement by the Royal Government of Bhutan in partnership with the Tiger Conservation Coalition, inviting participants to join the shared commitment to mobilize an additional US$1 billion to conserve tigers and tiger landscapes over the next ten years. In addition to securing and increasing the global tiger population, these funds will contribute to expanding tiger range, enhancing the ecological integrity and overall biodiversity of those areas while at the same time benefiting the local communities that share space with this species.
His Excellency the Prime Minister of Bhutan, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, said, “Tigers represent much more than endangered animals. Tigers represent the health of our forests and resilience of entire ecosystems. More importantly, tigers represent our collective wellbeing and that of our future. To get the work done, we need resources; we need funds. This is why this conference can be a watershed moment in the history of tigers and conservation.”
The Paro Statement illustrates a dedication to implementing innovative finance solutions, fostering international and public-private collaboration, and supporting national-level initiatives that co-benefit tigers and people. This ambition was reflected in the conference proceedings, where numerous opportunities for sustainable financing that might be implemented or scaled in support of conservation efforts in tiger range countries were outlined. The UNDP presented one of these solutions in the Tiger Landscapes Investment Fund, a new blended financial mechanism under development that would catalyze nature-positive businesses with positive impacts on tigers, biodiversity, and people. In addition, the Asian Development Bank noted its intention to explore opportunities to support relevant countries with innovative financing instruments such as a tiger bond to engage private sector investors and promote nature based solutions and conservation.
The Conference was the first step in a ten-year collaborative process towards securing sustainable financing for the conservation of tiger landscapes.
