Darren Burch

I am a New Zealand artist with a deep appreciation for the cultural heritage, natural beauty, and unique wildlife of Aotearoa New Zealand. My connection with art began in childhood and has continued to grow throughout my life, shaped by my heritage, life experiences, and the people and places that have influenced me.

Today, my wife and I are focusing our creative work primarily on kiwi bird illustrations, which have become the main artistic focus of Koru Kiwi Arts. The kiwi is an important symbol of Aotearoa, and through our artwork we aim to bring these unique birds to life with personality, humour, creativity, and a strong connection to New Zealand.

Our work is inspired by New Zealand’s wildlife, landscapes, culture, and the stories that make Aotearoa unique. While kiwi bird illustrations are now at the heart of our work, we also explore other aspects of New Zealand through painting, sketching, and illustration.

In 2022, a new chapter began when my wife and I started "Koru Kiwi Arts", a creative project inspired by our shared love of New Zealand, its environment, wildlife, and cultural heritage. As the project has developed, we have chosen to make our kiwi bird illustrations the central focus of the Koru Kiwi Arts brand. Toget...

1979–1983 — Selwyn College, Auckland
Studied Fine Art, Photography, and Technical Drawing.

1984–2016 — Registered Glass Artist
Worked as a registered glass artist for 32 years, including 18 years as a self-employed glass sandblasting artist.

2018–Present — Illustration Artist & New Zealand Cultural Artist
Working as an illustration artist, creating artwork inspired by New Zealand culture and heritage.

2023 — International Onlıne Painting Exhibition.

2023 — Duoart - Istanbul. My Country Exhibition.

2024 — International Online Painting Exhibition.

2024 — Mona Art Gallery - Istanbul. Sold three works.

2025 — Futy Art Gallery - Istanbul. Personal Exhibition (Koru New Beginning).

2025 — Coliseum Sanat Koridoru. Personal Exhibition (Koru-Nature never dies).

2025 — Fetched in Home Art Magazine. Istanbul.

2026 — Two artworks representing our kiwi illustrations where on display at (Futy Art Gallery) Karsılasmalar Istanbul.