The beautiful Rangitikei region - running alongside the river of the same name from the Manawatu to Ruapehu - is better known as a place depicted by artists than for its arts scene. 

It’s famous as the rural landscape depicted by painter Peter McIntyre in the mid 20th century. 

One notable recent initiative however, is bringing contemporary artists to the region. Laura and Richard Morrison own a sizable sheep and beef farm. Laura is an avid art collector and three years ago they set up The Gullies artists residency. So we thought we'd give Laura a call for this week's Regional Wrap.