A Delicate Portrait of Love with Kathleen Richens

There’s something special about seeing love captured through another lens — or in this case, through the delicate hand of a local artist.

We’re so delighted to feature the work of Kathleen Richens Illustration in the studio. Based in Canterbury, New Zealand, Kathleen captures love stories with a softness that speaks volumes. Her featured piece, drawn from a real couple, shows the bride and groom sharing a quiet, joy-filled moment: smiling, close, walking arm in arm under an umbrella along a stone path, the landscape around them soft and green. It’s intimate, sweet, and quietly timeless, a portrait that feels both romantic and real.

Kathleen’s illustrations are known for their delicate lines, soft textures, and romantic realism. She specialises in custom portraits that capture quiet, emotional moments, often drawing inspiration from weddings, relationships, and natural landscapes. Her work blends fine detail with a dreamlike quality, creating timeless pieces that feel both intimate and nostalgic.

This artwork has added such a thoughtful presence to our space. It’s a gentle reminder of what we’re all here for love in its most personal form.

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Thank you, Kathleen Richens, for lending your eye and heart to our walls. Your work brings a softness that lingers, and we’re so grateful to have it as part of the Wild & White story.

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