We harness the power of street art to highlight endangered species and environmental causes, inspiring communities to take action and rally for change. Through striking murals and creative projects, we galvanize local pride around critically endangered animals, fostering a global movement to protect our planet.
Ark of Extinction is an international collective dedicated to raising awareness of endangered species through street art. We inspire real action to protect these vulnerable animals, engaging with communities from around the world.
Our team brings together diverse perspectives across continents and generations, creating a powerful blend of insight and passion. This unity highlights that the impact of endangered species touches us all. Driven by a shared commitment to conservation, we are dedicated to making a meaningful difference for the planet.
Marc Craig is a multimedia artist from the UK who skillfully blends formal training with innovative practice. His artistic journey shifted in 2014 when he discovered Leake Street, the iconic graffiti tunnel beneath Waterloo Station. This ever-evolving space inspired him to embrace the transient nature of street art and weave its principles into his creative vision.
This concept was born out of Marc’s love for nature and commitment to conservation. This project brings attention to the plight of endangered species through murals rendered in Marc’s unique black/white doodle style. His first mural for this series featured the critically endangered Vaquita porpoise and was created in Leake Street, where he is the artist-in-residence..
Marc’s distinctive black-and-white murals create powerful visual narratives that demand attention, encourage interaction, and spark conversation. Beyond admiration, his work has inspired community action, with workshops inviting diverse participants to explore conservation through art.
By merging creativity with advocacy, Marc encourages reflection on humanity’s impact on nature and inspires action to protect vulnerable species. Through Ark of Extinction, he channels the collaborative spirit of Leake Street, proving that art can be a powerful call to action.
We harness the dynamic power of street art to engage, educate, and champion our cause.
We raise awareness of and inspire action for endangered animals from around the globe.
We directly support organizations tirelessly fighting for the survival of endangered species.
Marc Craig, founder of Ark of Extinction, is a London-based artist passionate about nature and conservation. With the mission to raise awareness and drive action towards saving endangered species, he created Ark of Extinction in June 2024.
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