Meet the Artists
Geoffrey Lignon
French artist Geoffrey works as an engraver at Rigby and trained for six years at the Liege School of Gunmaking in Belgium, where he specialised for four years in animals. Ever since he was a young boy he’s been drawing. He doesn’t come from an artistic family, but it’s a skill he’s developed from a childhood passion. This was inspired by the engravings on his father’s guns, after seeing them on his gunrack at eight-years old. Passionate about wildlife, especially African animals, his goal is to create realistic works of art that show the animals in their true form.
Saija Koskialho
Finnish artist Saija specialises in engraving animals and scenery at Rigby. Born and raised in Finland, Saija graduated with a B.A. in Fine Arts in 2011 before moving to Florence to study goldsmithing. It was here that she was introduced to the art of engraving jewellery and silverware. Saija returned to Finland to continue her studies learning about the various engraving techniques. She then attended the prestigious Liege School of Gunmaking in Belgium. With Saija’s varied creative background we are excited to see what pieces she’ll create for Rigby Art.
Jenna Gearing
British artist Jenna Gearing embodies traditional sculpting skills with a dynamic and modern approach. Bringing vitality and a sense of freshness to her figurative pieces, Jenna’s works are mostly created on commission. When sculpting her art, Jenna says: “I consider the three most important processes to be capturing, interpreting and representing. Working with clay allows me to convey the character and emotion of a subject and I continuously aim to ensure my pieces are instantly recognisable.”
Justin Prigmore
Award-winning artist Justin Prigmore has a Masters Degree in Ecology and as well as being a painter, he has until recently worked in nature conservation for organisations including the Cairngorms National Park Authority. Born in 1974 in Wales, Justin currently lives in the Scottish Highlands with his wife and two daughters. Justin has been drawing and painting for as long as he can remember, but it was while living in Colorado in his early 20s, that he re-discovered his love of wildlife. Travel has always been an essential element of his work. He has spent time in the US, Canada, Alaska, East Africa and all over Europe searching for inspiration and studying wildlife in its natural habitat. Justin has exhibited his work internationally in prestigious juried shows, auctions and galleries. He has gained a reputation for dramatic and powerful large-scale paintings and his work can be found is some very prominent collections worldwide.
Denise Johanson
Denise Johanson, a creative, is passionate about art and nature. Most of her paintings are focused on the realism of wildlife art because she believes wild animals have an unspoiled innate beauty and are true to their instinctual inner nature. Denise feels she is clear as to where their boundaries are and find them worthy of her trust and respect. She feels the resonance of, “what they say”, and is why she must paint them as an artist. Ever since Denise was young, she has loved art. It became a method for her to overcome the struggles that she had in life. She has a connection for art and wildlife conservation, and this has motivated her to continue sharing her craft with the world. Take a look at her unique artworks today!
Nicola Jane Gillyon
British wildlife artist, Nicola Jane draws inspiration from the breathtaking wildlife that surrounds her and captivating images she encounters. From a young age, Nicola Jane’s natural talent for drawing has blossomed and although she enjoys working with colour, graphite has become her preferred medium for creating bold and evocative portraits. As her career progresses, she passionately incorporates conservation themes into her work, aiming for it to become her sole focus in the coming years. Nicola Jane’s profound connection to nature and her unwavering dedication to creating highly detailed art that inspires environmental stewardship continue to captivate audiences, making her a force for positive change in wildlife preservation.
Kasey A. Nixon
Montana-based artist Kasey A. Nixon is a sculptor and oil painter whose works represent a lifelong love of nature, wildlife, and the sporting traditions. He strives for accuracy in his work, while also capturing the unique character and behaviour of his subjects. Nearly all of his works reflect his direct experiences in the field with rod and gun, or sketchbook and camera. Kasey has spent his life studying the masterworks of the great animaliers and representational painters of the past and present, working tirelessly to make his own mark in the history of great wildlife and sporting artists. His academic background in the natural sciences, as well as the study of taxidermy and anatomical sculpting contribute to Kasey’s ability to accurately represent his subjects. Kasey is proud to be a part of the rich sporting and artistic history of Rigby.
Zoltán Boros
Hailing from Subotica, Serbia (previously southern Hungary), Zoltán is a celebrated artist fuelled by an unwavering passion for wildlife. Graduating from the University of Agricultural Sciences in Gödöllő, Hungary, Zoltan’s artistic journey began during his secondary school years with an affinity for hunting and hunting-themed art. His earliest drawings were born in this period, evolving into captivating works predominantly centred around native wildlife. As a seasoned hunter, Zoltan adeptly captures the essence of his subjects’ behaviours and habitats. His self-taught journey led to prestigious honours like the Golden Brush-Pen Award and the Peter Balogh Grand Prize for Art. Fascinated by the interplay of line and tone in graphic art, Zoltan finds solace in the shapes crafted from curves and lines, believing it to be the foundation of artistic techniques. Embracing the elegance of simplicity and the “naked truth” of graphics, his solid drawing skills and anatomical understanding remain pivotal. Even in his painting pursuits, drawing remains a cherished form of relaxation, signifying the enduring connection between his artistic beginnings and present creations.
Robert Weldy
For Austrian artist, Robert Weldy his creative journey was sparked at the age of 15 working as a taxidermy apprentice, driven by a fascination for modelling and a lifelong love for hunting and wildlife. At the age of 20, Robert joined the Austrian army, after a few years with deployments in Kosovo, he started training as a weapons technician, which he has been doing as a soldier for 15 years now. In 2015, he began to build up interest in modelling alongside his military career. Presently, he meticulously handcrafts wildlife sculptures, drawing inspiration from his hunting and taxidermy background. Each piece exudes nature’s authenticity, mirroring its intricate details. Nature remains his wellspring of ingenuity, infusing his works with authenticity. Robert’s artistry flourishes in lifelike sculptures—an endeavour he embraces with daily joy.
Our artistic pieces
"Witness" Print Cards
A set of 10 cards featuring Geoffrey Lignon’s “Witness” fine art print.
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"The Black Death" Print Cards
A set of 10 cards featuring Geoffrey Lignon’s “The Black Death” fine art print.
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"The Elusive" Print Cards
A set of 10 cards featuring Geoffrey Lignon’s “The Elusive” fine art print.
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Rigby Wildlife Print Cards
A set of eight individual cards featuring prints of ‘The Big Five’ and the haunting tigress.
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"Highland Rendezvous"
Standard edition canvas print (1 of 50) // Deluxe edition canvas print (1 of 10)
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