Edinburgh artist releases limited-edition prints for Five Sisters Zoo

Wildlife artist Kirsten Mirrey. (Image: Supplied)

Ms Mirrey has released a limited-edition print of her painting of Inca, a 10-year-old puma, with all profits going towards the zoo’s enclosure fund to help build a permanent, purpose-built home for the big cat.

Inca arrived at the zoo in October 2025 and is currently housed in a temporary enclosure next to the zoo's snow leopard.

Ms Mirrey is self-taught and began painting pet portraits in her spare time while completing an equine care apprenticeship.

Her large-scale oil paintings of big cats have since attracted international attention, with collectors in the United States, Canada and across Europe all seeking to own her work.

She held her first solo exhibition at The Watson Gallery, Edinburgh, in 2023.

Painting of Puma, Inca. (Image: Supplied)

The prints will be available to buy for four days only, from May 1-4, with the final run determined by demand.

Ms Mirrey said: “When I heard about Inca’s story and how Five Sisters Zoo stepped in when she had nowhere else to go, I knew I wanted to help.

“I’ve always been passionate about big cats, they are the main focus of my work, and to be able to use my art to directly fund a better life for a rescued puma right here in Scotland is incredibly special.”

Gary Curran, head carnivore keeper at Five Sisters Zoo, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to Kirsten for choosing to collaborate with us and support Inca in such a creative way.

“Having seen first-hand where Inca came from, we’re committed to giving her the best possible home here at Five Sisters Zoo.

“She’s an incredible cat with a real character, and she truly deserves this chance.

“Kirsten’s artwork captures Inca beautifully, and we hope it encourages people to get behind the campaign.

“The funds raised will make a real difference and play an important role in helping us achieve this.”