Walls that Talk is a place activation initiative that displays images on the front wall of Maitland Library for the whole community to enjoy and experience.
 

Natalie Parker

Natalie Jane Parker is a professional wildlife artist who has focused on Australian fauna and flora since 1996. Based in the Hunter Valley NSW, Natalie can often be found in the field gathering reference photos from national parks, wildlife parks and animal rescue groups. She has a deep connection to the environment and a strong dedication to wildlife conservation. Natalie is a signature member of 'Artists for Conservation', the world’s leading group of wildlife artists dedicated to supporting the environment. Her work has been published in many formats throughout her career, and she has illustrated more than 30 children’s books.

This exhibition focuses on Australian wildlife that, despite being well-loved and instantly recognisable, continues to face dangers and everyday threats to survival, including predation, illness and habitat loss. Natalie’s work brings us close to these endangered animals, drawing us into their world of woodlands, grasslands, watering holes and desert sands. Each image is lovingly detailed, capturing the wildlife’s unique character and beauty while highlighting their fragility and dependence on their specialised environments.