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Artists Inspired by the Natural World

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

If you have been following this website you know that our mission is to promote art that serves as a catalyst for positive change for individuals and our environment. In this article you will find a variety of artistic expressions from artists inspired by the natural world. The artists came to my attention through a call for artists for the Manhattan Arts International “HerStory” 2022 juried competition. Although their art wasn’t chosen for that exhibition I was impressed by their creative talent and felt they deserved your attention. For this page I chose one of their nature-inspired entries and the statement that accompanied their submission.

At the end of this article you will find ideas on how we can protect our environment. You will also find links below to more nature-related articles and exhibitions presented on The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website.

Susan Hoffman

art by Susan Hoffmann
Louisiana Purchase Apartments- Garden District of New Orleans, intaglio, 5″ x 7″

Susan is dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of Louisiana and has received accolades for her art. When Susan submitted her art to us she wrote, “My aim as an artist is to preserve the fragile – Louisiana’a cypress swamps, Cajun customs, and wooden structures such as those in the Garden District of New Orleans and Louisiana plantations. Others will then have the opportunity to treasure them. I have chosen to preserve them by an archival method – etching them permanently into copper plates and oil-based inks and cotton paper to print them. Using these methods, affords me self-therapy and preserves fragile things.” Susan has been in exhibitions at the National Arts Club and the Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club both based in New York, NY.

Tara Chadwick

Matriarch, digital photo, 36x24
Matriarch, digital photo, 36″ x 24″

Tara brings a sense of poetry with nature to her art and is an environmental activist. She shared this statement with us, “As we attempt to balance past, present and future, an inner voice coaxes us to glide with the rhythms of the universe; to practice kindness to ourselves and each other. Emergence from a chrysalis of unfathomable transformation models a path to an ideal not yet imagined, where infinity exists in cycles powered by love. We are all children of the matriarch. Journeying together on the winds of time to remember and repair; preparing a path to wellbeing and justice.” Tara has participated in global day of action against climate change. Her works streamed live over 24 hours, and will be included in an online exhibition on the Micro Galleries website.

Sal Sidner

Flower Field with Birds encaustic and watercolor 18x24
Flower Field with Birds, encaustic and watercolor 18×24

Sal describes herself as a dedicated ecofeminist. She creates nature-inspired paintings and fosters awareness about environmental issues. She provided this statement: “I am an ecofeminist artist based in south Florida where I draw in nature and gardens. I am disgusted by the destructive actions of humans and our trash which ruins the paradise in which we exist as short term guests. My background: Educated by life, advanced degrees, contact with contemporary art, and teaching multiple workshops, I learn best from daily contact with the natural world.”

Anna Chan

King of the Jungle, Sand and seashells, 23 x 23"
King of the Jungle, Sand and seashells, 23″ x 23″

Anna finds inspiration in sand and seashells and applies her background in jewelry design to create her artwork. She wrote this statement for us: “Displaced as a jewelry designer during the pandemic, idle hands and pent up creativity sparked my passion for sand sculpting. With considerable experimentation, it has evolved into permanent bas relief sculptures championing wildlife and nature. If sand is my canvas, then seashells collected from the shorelines I frequent are my inspiration, gemstones and brush strokes. Together they fit seamlessly into a puzzle forming a mosaic of life which serves to remind us we are cohabitants of this planet.

Candace Wilson

And the Love Came Raining Down, oil on canvas 36" x 60"
And the Love Came Raining Down, oil on canvas 36″ x 60″

Candace combines her desire to heal lives and also environments through her art. She submitted this statement: “Artist, mystic, healer, my intent is to raise the vibration of consciousness through art. My clairsentient abilities help me transmute, then channel, the energetics of emotion into my colour field healing paintings. To oil paint I add crystals, found organic substances like sand and feathers for their ability to retain transmuted energy, conscious use of colour and other quantum energetic healing modalities. The resulting powerful frequencies of my sentient art help to heal lives, environments and the biofield of viewers.”

Sheryl Sabol

Sunrise and Bubbles, Photography, 11x11 inches
Sunrise and Bubbles, Photography, 11″ x 11″

Sheryl expresses her discoveries of the surprising and magical elements in nature. She submitted this inspirational statement: “I enjoy capturing the beauty our world has to offer in a natural spontaneous way so I can discover and be amazed about the unknown magic that transpires. My technique is getting the shot right to begin with. I do not crop or edit my photographs. I do add words as an option to express how the photograph speaks to me. I love capturing how dynamic water is and I love shooting using a square size photograph, it’s so me. I like beauty and interesting things (large and small). ”

Ann Sylvester

Mid-century Chartreuse, pastel, 9" x 12"
Mid-century Chartreuse, pastel, 9″ x 12″

Ann creates ethereal pastel paintings that provide visual relationships between architecture and nature. When she submitted her entries she supplied this statement: “As I search for home, my work explores architecture, the colors of our cities and landscapes, and the variant hues of our interiors.”

Allaire Doussan

Eyes Wide, Pen and paper, 8.5" x 11"
Eyes Wide, Pen and paper, 8.5″ x 11″

Allaire has a love for the outdoors and creating art has provided healing for her. She submitted this statement: “By day I am an engineer pursuing my PhD at Dartmouth College. By night I am an artist, adventurer, musician, and survivor. My art is inspired by my love for the outdoors and offers an insider’s perspective of my battle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Art has been very grounding for me during stressful times and has allowed me to learn more about myself. Additionally, some of my pieces are combined with short writings that hold deep meaning for me.”

Cheryl Galloway

Cheryl Galloway Blossoming & Becoming, These are reproductions of the original renderings. originals are drawings on paper, the mediums are as follows: ink, colored pencils & markers.
Blossoming & Becoming, reproduction of an original drawing on paper, ink, colored pencils and markers, size NA.

Cheryl creates vibrant art that often combines images of females and nature along with text. She shared this statement with us: “My colorful and dynamic drawings consist of my visions of female empowerment, nature and just whatever may come to my mind at any given moment. I have even had artwork on loan for a year to the Mercedes-Benz Research Center based in Redford, MI. I am fairly new to the Art of Business, but my startup is well on its way to becoming known for its unique, visual appeal. I simply want to create. I want to create what I see, feel and think and be able to share those truths and my imagination with YOU!



How You Can Protect Nature and Our Environment

• Speak up about destructive conduct that is endangering the Earth.
• Create art that raises awareness about important issues regarding nature.
• Organize an art exhibition on the topic of art and nature.
• Promote artists, exhibitions and galleries that are environmentally conscious.
• Use your unique artistic talents and skills to express your beliefs and concerns.
• Raise awareness about the need for positive change through social media.
• Learn the scientific proven facts about environmental issues and share the knowledge.
• Join environmentally proactive groups on social media where you can find resources and share posts.
• Alter your lifestyle to avoid toxic wastes and lead to a balanced and harmonious relationship with Mother Nature.
• Avoid using toxic cleaning solutions and buying products made with plastic.
• Take an active step in your local communities by joining other environmental activists.
• Inform your elected officials about your beliefs, concerns and actions you want them to take.
• When shipping art (and other items) make sure your packaging is made from eco-friendly recycled materials, is capable of being recycled, compostable, re-usable, and labelled green / eco-friendly.


You May Also Want to Visit these Pages

Famous Inspirational Quotes About Nature
Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists
Selections from “The Healing Power of ART In Honor of Nature” Exhibition


 

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About Renee Phillips

Renée Phillips founded The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS in 2015. She is founder and director of Manhattan Arts International www.ManhattanArts.com, where she maintains an online art gallery. She also helps artists achieve their fullest potential with articles and writing services at Renee-Phillips.com.

Comments

  1. Madison Woods says

    01/29 at 5:17 pm

    It feels like finding my kindred to stumble upon a list of women artists inspired by nature. Thank you for this article. I have some other website visiting to do as I click through to each artist’s site. But first I’ll subscribe to yours 🙂

    Reply
    • Renee Phillips says

      01/29 at 6:01 pm

      Hi Madison, I’m delighted you found us and thank you for subscribing. You may also want to view our current exhibition “The Healing Power of ART Inspired by NATURE” and also learn about our upcoming “HerStory” exhibition on our parent site Manhattan Arts International. Wishing you creative bliss, Renee

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