Vicki Jackson is a self-taught artist and has received an array of awards for her work. Vicki grew up in small town New Zealand with cherished animals and a passion for nature and art. She studied for a Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management Degree, with a focus on Ecology. At 18 years of age she was fortunate to do work experience on the Chatham Islands during holidays and Kapiti Island the following. Vicki had all kinds of jobs over the years with reliable commitment. Yet it was her abiding dream to one day become a nature artist. Her start began in earnest in 2005 with a burning desire to achieve her goal. Paired with her love for animals, Vicki began to paint in pastel - her first commissioned pet portraits. Evenings and weekends dedicated to rekindling art that was put on hold since her youth. Donating a percentage of proceeds to animal welfare and conservation causes.   Vicki in the beautiful Catlin's region of NZ

A keen birder and student of nature, New Zealand wildlife and ecological themes have been her focus for an ongoing series of works. "Naturally I paint what I am deeply passionate about. A sustained visceral energy force. Ebb, where ideas quietly bubble away subconsciously, and flow. Like a river it is pure honesty and asks you to embrace its space of freedom. To match its pace with dynamism and not turn away. Navigating wisely and purposefully with respect and equilibrium. Listening to your medium, choosing flow state restricted channels - bending the curve that is forever shifting, Avoiding fish hooks, blockages and tipping points before the curtain falls. Exploring wild places and observing nature firsthand as seasons change - observing phenology. Working from my own photos sparks instantaneous portals with vivid memories and imagination, filled with vehement feelings -- yet beyond the confines of. Often a collation of alternative photography sources. A quest to capture the essence of my subjects with emotional depth, wonder and mystery. A heart tug. The riverside I frequent habitually - constant, flowing and ever changing. Wild places of solace, fundamental to everyone. Calming and healing. Anchoring mind, body and soul. Inherent nature, now and always". Vicki and her partner Marcel reside in the heart of New Zealand's foremost winegrowing region - Renwick, Marlborough. An area nestled between the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, Kaikoura and Nelson Lakes regions. Their home is a colonial cottage built in 1874, retaining its original old world charm. Vicki and her beloved dog and muse Heidi, who lived to 16 years of age < back next > Vicki's NZ Holiday--Nature Excursions, 20021-2026 Please click on the enquiries/order form button or the price list button (under Commissioning) for more information. Or contact me at: Phone: + 64 3 572 7474 - Mobile: 021 061 2697 Email: vickijacksonart@gmail.com