About the Logo:
We worked with a young female artist in Tunisia, Nadine Gharbi, who was given a set of criteria to work from. She helped to create the logo we are using for the 72nd conference. The criteria were very basic: a theme of natural history and wildlife biology, in support of the annual conference of the Western Section of The Wildlife Society. The artist created an image that included a biologist collecting data. With a few suggestions, the background was changed and an image of a wildlife species of her choice was added. Minor adjustments were made, and the artist sent the final version of her interpretation of our conference.
The artist shared the following: The inspiration for the design came from imagining the everyday dedication and curiosity of biologists in the field. I envisioned a moment where a biologist is deeply immersed in observing a lizard on a rock, taking notes with meticulous care. This scene captures the essence of their tireless efforts to understand and protect our natural world. Growing up surrounded by Tunisia’s diverse landscapes and rich wildlife, I’ve always been fascinated by the intricate relationships within ecosystems. Through this logo, I hoped to celebrate the commitment of those who work to preserve the beauty and complexity of our environment.