Mckenna is a contemporary wildlife painter based in Santa Barbara, California. Her work is bold, vibrant, and full of movement—capturing the spirit and energy of the natural world with both intensity and reverence. With a deep admiration for wildlife and wild places, she creates paintings in oils, mixed media, and gold leaf on surfaces ranging from intimate canvases to expansive outdoor murals.

At the heart of her practice is a love for the magic of art—its ability to transport, transform, and reconnect us. Her pieces are created to offer viewers a sense of wonder and a meaningful connection to beauty, wildlife, and the natural world. Through color, texture, and wild expression, Mckenna invites people to step away from the noise of daily life and immerse themselves in something untamed, luminous, and alive.