Internationally acclaimed Hunter Valley wildlife artist Natalie Jane Parker is sharing her passion for Australia's most endangered species with the launch of her new book.
Australia's Endangered Animals aims to increase awareness of our most vulnerable species - the sad fact being many of them won't be around for younger generations to see.
Natalie's book features her stunning original paintings alongside interesting facts and figures.
“This
beautiful book introduces some of Australia’s endangered animals. It aims to
increase awareness of their and other animals’ plight and in turn help create
greater respect and care for their habitats and environment. There is a
natural, delicate balance that is disrupted when problems such as habitat
destruction, disease and introduced predators push an increasing number of animals
towards extinction. Disruption to this balance eventually threatens all forms
of life, including human life.”
Natalie is spoilt for inspiration, residing on 50 acres in
the Hunter Valley surrounded by beautiful Australian wildlife and the demand
for her work continues to increase exponentially year after year.
Natalie says being involved in this book has re-ignited her keenness to promote Australia's animals and their environment.
"I don't think there's a lot of hard copy books out there for the younger generations that need to know and learn about our endangered species. Its a nice copy for schools to get hold of, libraries to get hold of, so kids can read and learn about the different animals."
Natalie will launch her book at Morpeth Gallery tomorrow along with an exhibition running until Sunday.
For more info head to Morpeth Gallery's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/morpethgallery/
