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Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Paul Gauguin, "Tahitian Landscape" from 1897. Photo: Public Domain
Paul Gauguin, “Tahitian Landscape”, watercolor on paper, from 1897. Photo: Public Domain

This article provides information and resources to help artists get exposure for their nature-inspired art, learn more about environmental art, and find ways to express their concerns about the environment. “Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists” is part of a series of articles about eco-art and artists.

Art for Wildlife Galleries artforwildlife.com is a World Class Environmental Art Gallery established in 1994 in Coronado, California. It was founded on the belief in the purity and sanctity of animals and the natural world as subject matter for Art. The gallery features representations of our natural world, expressed in paintings and giclees, cast bronze sculptures, art glass, refined metal wall sculpture, underwater photo panoramas, Oaxacan wood carvings, and more.

The Climate Museum, climatemuseum.org, has announced after presenting “vibrant, interdisciplinary, participatory climate programming” in temporary and public spaces over the next two years, it will open a permanent location in New York City to “deepen our relationships with different constituencies, our understanding of what works, and our proof of concept.” Its current exhibition through November 6th “Climate Signals” is a citywide outdoor installation by artist Justin Brice Guariglia, which consists of ten solar-powered highway signs flashing text that draws passers-by into the climate conversation.

Light Space Time Online Art Gallery lightspacetime.art is an online gallery that presents Annual “Nature” Online Art Competitions.  The gallery encourages entries from artists from around the world. For more information visit this page on the Light Space Time Online Art Gallery.

TCC teaneckcreek.org/ecoart-gallery in Teaneck, New Jersey, is unique in its commitment to communicating the history and ecology of the park through ecological and artistic endeavors. Its signature EcoArt installations build on a community model that emphasizes the natural synergy between the arts, the environment, and education. Artists may submit applications for exhibitions through the website.

Ansel Adams
Ansel Adams, The Tetons and the Snake River, photograph. “The artist and the photographer seek the mysteries and the adventure of experience in nature.” ~ Ansel Adams

Center for Sustainable Practice in the Arts sustainablepractice.org is a Think Tank for Sustainability in the Arts and Culture. Their activities include research and initiatives positioning arts and culture as a driver of a sustainable society. You can find them on facebook: facebook.com/thecspa

Earth Celebrations earthcelebrations.com is dedicated to engaging communities to affect ecological and social issues through the arts. A cultural and climate action project, it engages the Lower East Side community of NYC, NY through creative strategies. The initiative addresses a broad range of climate change issues through programs that include theatrical pageants, exhibitions, performances, art workshops, and more. You can also join them on Facebook along with 4,000 other environmentally conscious people. EarthCelebrations

Invisible Dust invisibledust.com is a charity and art and environment organization founded in 2009 by Alice Sharp; previously curator of the Fourth Plinth and Yinka Shonibare. It raises money to commission art projects relating to the environment. It works with leading artists and scientists to produce unique and exciting works of contemporary art and new scientific ideas exploring our environment and climate change.

Capo di Noli, near Genoa, oil on canvas, 36.8" x 29.5". Created in 1898. Photo: Public Domain in the U.S.
Paul Signac, Capo di Noli, near Genoa, oil on canvas, 36.8″ x 29.5″. Created in 1898. Photo: Public Domain in the U.S.

We present several exhibitions each year that reflect The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS mission as a community of artists, writers and activists who believe that art can serve as a catalyst for healing individuals, society and the environment, our mission is to raise awareness for positive change through art.

In our exhibitions we offer artists from around the world exposure and promotion to our extensive worldwide audience. Our exhibitions raise awareness by presenting a variety of powerful visual images and artists’ statements created by artists who care about the state of our environment. We inspire others to strive to achieve a more sustainable, harmonious and healing relationship with Mother Nature.

View Art from the “Art Inspired by Nature” 2025 Exhibition

“The Healing Power of Elements: Earth, Water, Air & Fire” was presented September 4 – November 4, 2023. You can still view art from the exhibition. 

“The Healing Power of ART Inspired by NATURE” was presented January 1 – March 1, 2023. You can still view art from the exhibition. 

“The Healing Power of ART In Honor of Nature”, May 20, 2021 – July 2021 with 75 artists from around the world. Learn more about “The Healing Power of ART In Honor of Nature.

“Our Bond With Nature”,  October 25, 2018 – December 25, 2018  View some of the art from the “Our Bond With Nature Exhibition.

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“Famous Inspirational Quotes About Art & Nature that Inspire Artists”

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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.

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  1. Lola Fraknoi says

    04/02 at 2:36 pm

    Looks wonderful !
    Would love to be involved
    Thank you
    Lola

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    • Renee Phillips says

      04/03 at 2:13 pm

      Thank you Lola, Please consider becoming a Special Friend of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS. We would love to include you. Visit this page for information: https://www.healing-power-of-art.org/friends/

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