Mandy Renton, aka Budgerigardener is a budgie and parrot artist who is on a mission to paint the UK's favourite pet birds - and especially the budgie - with character and panache. Colourful parrots, tropical birds and UK garden visitors, feathered and furry, are explored in oils and acrylics, expanding the Budgerigardener range of greeting cards, prints and homewares available online via Etsy.
Mandy prefers to paint in oils, taking her style from her response to the subject. Detail is always present though her approaches vary depending on subject and mood, though always remaining true to the essence and character of each creature, which she takes time to study and research. There is also an aim to raise awareness of the issues surrounding the pet trade and the effects of this and environmental issues on endangered birds in the wild.
Mandy is very connected with the bird lovers who appreciate her work , especially those who keep birds as pets or are involved with conservation and rescue organisations. She hopes that pet owners will recognise their own relationships with birds, and the passion that informs her work, in her bird and wildlife portraits. T
The Budgerigardener studio in Ipswich will not open in June but other Open Weekends and exhibitions are planned for 2024, so do sign up to the newsletter to stay informed.
