Stories from The Quiet Wild

The stories behind the paintings, encounters with wildlife, days out with my camera and the occasional bit of chaos from life as an artist. This is where I share the moments that make their way into my work, and quite a few that don't.

Just Passing Through fantail fine art print by Karen Gourley

The Quiet Meaning Behind 3 of New Zealand's Mos...

Discover what New Zealand's piwakawaka, kotare and ruru really symbolise in Maori tradition, and why these native birds inspire so much NZ art.

The Quiet Meaning Behind 3 of New Zealand's Mos...

Discover what New Zealand's piwakawaka, kotare and ruru really symbolise in Maori tradition, and why these native birds inspire so much NZ art.