“Standing with the endangered, one sculpture at a time”
Welcome to Talismans and Charms—Symbols of Spirit and Story!
Step into a world of hand-sculpted animals, each piece carrying its own spark of magic and meaning. These creations are more than art—they are little guardians, tokens of connection, and reminders of the wild spirits we share the Earth with.
While my work often speaks to the serious plight of endangered creatures, Talismans and Charms offers a lighter path: playful personalities, expressive details, and whimsical stories that invite joy while still keeping conservation close to heart. Each sculpture is designed to captivate, inspire, and serve as a charm of empathy, protection, and wonder.
“Keeping the spirit of the wild alive”
Whimsical, enchanting sculptures each with its own little charm
Dee Goodwill’s sculptures go beyond art – they convey a message. From an elephant tipping its hat to a thank you, to a gorilla holding a heart symbolizing love and hope, every sculpture has a powerful message to share.
The Yorkshire Trotter
£280.00 + Postage
In bowler hat and monochrome flair,
He snorts at nonsense in village air.
An advocate for pigs endangered and rare,
With a monocle fixed in a thoughtful stare.
From muddy tales to hedgerow lore,
He’s Yorkshire through and through—and more
The British Saddleback pig breed is currently classified as “At Risk” by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST). This indicates that it is one of the breeds facing the highest levels of concern for its survival. While the breed has experienced some decline, recent figures suggest a more stabilized situation, with a good number of breeders maintaining stock. The BPA has a conservation breeding plan in place to ensure the breed’s survival, including efforts to maintain regional spread of different bloodlines and reduce inbreeding.
Yorkshire Tongue Twister
£220.00 + Postage
With a hat on his head
and Yorkshire in stride,
He twists every turn
with his tongue held with pride
A Kordofan King
on long-legged patrol—
spinning tall tales
from the dales to the soul
The Kordofan giraffe is classified as critically endangered due to a population decline of over 80% in the last 35 years. Its status is threatened by illegal hunting, habitat loss from agriculture, civil unrest, and conflict in its range countries, though conservation efforts are underway in places like northern Cameroon and Chad.
Summertime Siesta
£240.00 + Postage
She doesn’t rush.
She reclines.
Crowned in blooms and golden ribbon,
she lets the day come to her—
One lazy breeze,
one warm gaze at a time.
Miss Daisy knows:
elegance is a state of mind,
and summer was made for sitting beautifully.
The common ostrich (Struthio camelus) is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, though its population trend is decreasing. However, the Somali ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) is listed as Vulnerable. The common ostrich’s population is large, but it faces threats from habitat loss, hunting, and climate change
Blooming Hopping Mad
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Don’t mind the pout—
beneath that moody little mug
is a garden-dancing, bloom-balancing whirlwind.
With a daisy as big as her dreams
and a yellow hat that defies logic,
she hops to her own joyful rhythm.
A little mad? Absolutely.
A lot magnificent? Without question.
Desert Rain Frog being list as Vulnerable and the Northern Rain Frog is also listed as Vulnerable. Threats to both include habitat loss and fragmentation from human activities like mining, urbanization, and agriculture. While some species like the Desert Rain Frog were previously listed as Vulnerable, some reassessments have indicated it is now considered Near Threatened.
Horn to Be Wild
£80.00 + Postage
He doesn’t know yet.
Not about the weight he’ll carry,
or the wilds he’ll help shape.
For now, he just sits—
cap tilted, grin wide,
as if courage came
not from knowing,
but from simply being.
A rhino with heart,
wearing tomorrow like a badge.
The current status of rhinoceroses varies by species, with some critically endangered and others considered vulnerable or near threatened. Poaching and habitat loss are major threats to their survival.
Near Threatened:
White Rhino: While the population is around 16,000, it still faces threats from poaching.
Critically Endangered:
Black Rhino: Numbers are estimated at around 6,421, with ongoing threats from poaching.
Javan Rhino: Fewer than 80 remain in the wild.
Sumatran Rhino: Fewer than 50 are left in the wild.
Northern White Rhino: Functionally extinct in the wild, with only two females remaining.
Ready for the Heatwave
£180.00 + Postage
She doesn’t just swim—she soaks.
Draped in mid-century dazzle,
with daisies perched proud on her crown
and ruby goggles gleaming with flair,
she brings vintage glamour
to every ripple and roll.
Aquabelle Darling knows:
the ocean is not merely for moving through—
it’s for floating in style.
The West Indian manatee, which includes the Florida manatee, is currently listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. While it was previously listed as endangered, its status was downgraded in 2017 due to an increase in population numbers. However, manatees still face threats and are also protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Hats off to Johnny
£290.00 + Postage
Inspired by a quiet moment and a kindly hand,
he wears not just a hat,
but the memory of being held.
With whiskers lifted
and tail twitching proud,
this young badger carries
a touch of silver screen magic—
and a whole lot of happy.
The IUCN lists the European badger as “Least Concern”. This means they are not considered endangered or threatened on a global scale. They are found throughout Europe and parts of West Asia, with a wide distribution and relatively stable numbers. In the UK, badgers are a legally protected British wildlife species and they are safeguarded by the Protection of Badgers Act 1992 and the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. In the UK, badgers face threats from roadkill, particularly during summer when cubs are dispersing.
They are impacted by badger culling programs related to bovine tuberculosis control. Additionally, some illegal persecution continues despite legal protections. Despite being a persecuted species, badgers are among the most legally protected in the UK, highlighting the need for continued conservation efforts.
Sunflower Hattie
£110.00 + Postage
With floppy hat and seeds in hand,
She dreams of blooms across the land.
A gentle soul, both shy and sweet,
She plants her forest, seed by seed.
Sun on her brim, hope in her sight,
Hattie works ’til stars take flight.
For every sprout the earth renews,
Her little garden spreads the news
The Malagasy giant jumping rat’s status is Critically Endangered. This is due to a combination of threats including habitat loss from deforestation, agriculture, and charcoal production, as well as predation by feral cats and dogs. The population has also been impacted by disease and a slow reproductive rate.
Petunia Plum
£100.00 + Postage
Petunia Plum, the pond’s grand dame,
A vision in violet, of charm and fame.
She sips the dew at morning’s start,
And critiques the drizzle like fine art.
With blossom hat and knowing grin,
She rules the reeds with regal chin.
“Excuse me, darling,” her croaks proclaim,
“The dew’s not chilled — how terribly lame!”
The White’s Tree Frog is listed as “Least Concern” by the IUCN, meaning its wild population is stable and not currently threatened.
However, despite their stable status, they face threats from habitat loss, pollution, fungal diseases, and predation by domestic pets. The species is also popular in the pet trade, leading to regulations in some areas to protect wild populations.
Diggers Delight
£80.00 + Postage
Diggers Delight, with helmet bright,
He tunnels by day and dreams at night.
A miner, a digger, a mole of renown,
King of the earth, deep under the town.
With pickaxe ready and whiskers bold,
He carves his world through roots and gold.
Endangered he may be — still, spirits alight,
All hail the hero, brave Diggers Delight!
The Townsend Mole has velvety black fur and is considered an endangered species in Canada (specifically in British Columbia), though it is listed as “Least Concern” globally by the IUCN. Its population in Canada is small and under threat from urbanization, habitat fragmentation, and pest control activities.
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