• Carrie Ladbrook is an award-winning New Zealand landscape artist, celebrated for her vibrant acrylic paintings that reflect the breathtaking beauty of Aotearoa. From her mobile art studio and gallery, Carrie travels across the country, drawing inspiration from the diverse landscapes of Te Waipounamu and the Far North.

    Carrie is deeply committed to honoring and respecting Te Ao Māori. She approaches her work with cultural sensitivity, ensuring that her art reflects a genuine connection and reverence for Māori culture and traditions. Growing up in Invercargill and Auckland, Carrie developed a profound bond with the land and its people, and she continues to learn and grow through respectful engagement with Māori communities.

    Her artistic journey evolved significantly during the 2020 lockdowns, and her dedication to both art and service has earned her national recognition. She was awarded the 2024 Ann Holloway Award in Amberley, featured in the 2023 Pegasus Bay Art Show in Christchurch, and invested in 2022 as a member of The Most Venerable Order of St John of Jerusalem. Her volunteer work has also been recognized with the Volunteer of the Year award in 2019 from St John and the Volunteering for Youth Award in 2017 from the Hurunui District Council.

    Through her art and community involvement, Carrie strives to foster meaningful connections and promote wellbeing, always with a deep respect for the land and its cultural heritage.

  • Do you do commissions?

    • Yes, absolutely! I can tailor your painting to a treasured memory of a time or a place.

    How much are commissions?

    • It varies in cost depending on size and details you want in the painting. But commissions can be from $500.00 to $5000.00 NZD

    How much deposit is required?

    • Once an agreement has been met between the client and the artist Carrie Ladbrook, a 50% deposit is required to start the work and the remainder to be paid upon completion.

    What if I don’t like my painting and change my mind?

    • Carrie works closely with her clients to build a strong relationship, maintain clear communication and clarification around commission works. But at the end of the day it is Carries interpretation of the subject that dictates the end result. As much as good intentions are set, unfortunately sometimes the commissioned work does not meet the expectation of the client for various reasons. If no agreement can be made upon completion of the painting, the artist Carrie, will retain the 50% deposit and the work.

    *please note this has only happened once in Carries 6 year career, and was prior to asking for the 50% deposit.

    Where can I see your works in person?

    • I have some works at REI gallery in Lyttleton and I frequently attend local competitions and art shows in Te Waipounamu, the South Island of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

    Do you allow private viewings?

    • Absolutely! Just call to make an appointment where you can view all my works and see what I am currently working on.

    Are you open to the public?

    • Unfortunately not at this point due to my location. But please feel free to book an appointment to have an exclusive art viewing or keep up to date with my summer mobile art gallery locations and art show events on my Facebook, Instagram or Tik Tok accounts.

  • Experience the Beauty of Aotearoa

    Discover the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand through the unique lens of Carrie Ladbrook, an original landscape, portrait, and bird artist. With her mobile art studio, Carrie brings the vibrant spirit of Aotearoa directly to you, crafting captivating plein air paintings that embody a genuine connection between the artist, the scenery, and the art.

    Each painting is more than just a visual piece; it’s a direct reflection of Carrie’s on-site experiences, allowing for a deep bond between nature and artistry. Beyond the originals, Carrie also offers high-quality prints, crafted with premium materials to ensure vivid colors and exceptional detail.

    Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply looking to enrich your living space, these plein air paintings and prints offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of New Zealand’s natural beauty. Transform your home with art that resonates with the essence of Aotearoa, and support local emerging artistry.

    Discover the allure of mobile art today and bring the landscapes of Aotearoa into your life.

    • 2025 - Oxford Art Market, Oxford NC

    • 2025 - REI Gallery, Lyttleton

    • 2025 - Into The Vortex, West Coast NZ

    • 2025 - Rolling Hertz, Takaka

    • 2024 - 2025 Twisted Frequency Festival, Takaka

    • 2024 - Charles Upham, Arts Canterbury, Rangiora

    • 2024 - Classes Showcase, Linwood Eastside Gallery, Christchurch

    • 2024 - Ann Holloway Show, Amberley

    • 2024 - Matariki, Rei Gallery, Lyttleton

    • 2024 - Selwyn Art Show, Rolleston

    • 2024 - Hurunui Showcase, Amberley

    • 2024 - Brilliant Vibrant Women, Linwood Eastside Gallery, Christchurch

    • 2024 - Rolling Hurtz, Takaka

    • 2023 - 2024 Twisted Frequency Festival , Takaka

    • 2023 - Te Kore - Te Pō - Te Ao, Te Whare Tapere, Christchurch

    • 2023 - Kā Manu, Rei Gallery, Lyttleton

    • 2023 - Arts Canterbury Open Studios - Amberley

    • 2023 - Anne Holloway Art Show - Amberley

    • 2023 - Pegasus Bay Art Show - Christchurch

    • 2023 - Kō Mātou Ringa - Te Whare Tapere - Christchurch

    • 2023 - Ashburton Annual Art Show - Ashburton

    • 2023 - Hibiscus and Bays Art Awards - Orewa, Auckland

    • 2023 - Sunrise Rotary Charity Auction - Invercargill

    • 2023 - The Hurunui Art Showcase - Amberley

    • 2024 - Ann Holloway Award - Amberley

    • 2023 - Pegasus Bay Art Show - Christchurch

    • 2022 - Invested as a member into The Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St John of Jerusalem

    • 2019 - Volunteer of the Year - St John

    • 2017 - Volunteering for Youth - Hurunui District Council

A woman standing next to a landscape painting of a mountain range under a starry night sky, with a river in the foreground and a colorful bird perched on plants in the lower right corner.
A person wearing a face mask and apron is spray painting a black metal frame on a large workshop table.
Black truck with an orbiting moon sticker on the tailgate, parked on a grassy field during sunset with a colorful sky, mountains in the distance, and a camping tent set up on top of the truck.
Gray pickup truck with black equipment and a painted space-themed mural on the side, parked on street under cloudy sky.
A camping setup featuring a pickup truck with a rooftop tent and an attached awning, a white travel trailer, and camping supplies on the ground at dusk.
A blue SUV with roof cargo and a black cover, parked near a body of water with snow-capped mountains in the background on a partly cloudy day.
A scenic landscape with mountains in the distance, partly cloudy sky, and a vehicle parked on the side of a gravel path in the foreground.
A woman wearing a brown knit beanie smiling outdoors near a parked camper and pickup truck with hills in the background.
A small outdoor charcoal grill with a design of a deer's head and antlers cut out, glowing from the fire inside, with some food cooking on top, set on grass at dusk.
A small landscape painting of mountains and a river, mounted on a tripod outdoors with grass and bushes in the background and a partly cloudy sky above.
A landscape painting of a lake with mountains, trees, and sky, placed on a table outdoors, with painting supplies and brushes beside it.
An open sketchbook with handwritten notes lies on a wooden picnic table outdoors. Beside it is a small painting of snow-capped mountains. The background features a grassy field, dense trees, and a cloudy sky.
Empty white canvas on a portable easel set up on a grassy lakeshore, with a calm lake, green hills, and snow-capped mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.