Rose Rigden’s Wildside by Rose Rigden

Rose Rigden’s Wildside is a visually captivating illustrated wildlife book showcasing the expressive and highly distinctive artwork of acclaimed artist Rose Rigden. Published by Footloose Enterprises Limited in New Zealand, this oversized paperback presents a lively collection of African wildlife scenes rendered in Rigden’s playful yet detailed artistic style. Filled with elephants, lions, zebras, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, birds, and other iconic safari animals, the book captures both the beauty and humour of the African bushveld through colourful watercolour-inspired illustrations.

The artwork combines strong cartoon influences with realistic wildlife observation, creating scenes that are engaging for both collectors of wildlife art and general readers who appreciate nature-inspired illustration. The panoramic landscape format enhances the visual impact, making Rose Rigden’s Wildside an attractive coffee-table display book suitable for wildlife enthusiasts, safari lodge décor, art collectors, or gift buyers looking for something unique and cheerful.

Rose Rigden’s work has become recognisable for its energetic compositions and warm, approachable style that celebrates African wildlife in an accessible and entertaining way. This edition is especially appealing due to its vibrant cover art and clean presentation. Rose Rigden’s Wildside would display exceptionally well in a nature, safari, or African art collection and may also appeal to tourists, conservation supporters, and collectors of illustrated animal books.

An attractive and increasingly hard-to-find illustrated wildlife title with strong decorative and gift appeal.

Condition – Near Fine

Undated paperback. Clean and well-preserved copy with minimal signs of handling or shelf wear. Bright covers and internally clean.