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Orangutans are facing multiple human-caused threats – so it is up to us to enact solutions that will save them. Loss of habitat along with the illegal pet trade, and climate change have put these apes in critical danger along with loss of habitat. Scientists estimate hundreds of plants, insects, birds, and mammals become extinct every day.
Saving orangutans and safeguarding their futures would mean that we have finally made the necessary adjustments to the over-consumptive practices that are ruining Earth's precious ecosystems. By saving orangutans, we save ourselves and our planet.

Orangutans could be the first great ape to go extinct. As one of our closest primate relatives, it is our responsibility to protect these intelligent, gentle apes.

Originally trained as a graphic designer back when it was called commercial art, In this corporate world Robert earned attention through his work on logos, marketing campaigns, packaging designs, as well as illustrating books, novel-jackets and commissioned fine art for national and international accounts like 3M, Easton, Browning and Huntsman Chemical Corp. As his success in creating illustrations grew Robert shifted his focus to fine art and illustration. When asked about the distinction between graphic design and Fine art he said “Both are made to capturing the audience's attention, tell a story, that resonates with its audience. People will remember places, scenes and designs they connect with, and this connection comes from how...