Ways of Seeing the Natural World

Jan. 25-March 30

Working with oil, encaustic and mixed media, artists Peter Truran and Kathleen Kvern have collaborated to explore the intersection of art and nature from both a naturalistic and abstracted artistic perspective. Drawing inspiration from the Arboretum and farther afield, this exhibition offers viewers a glimpse into unique ways of seeing the natural world.

Cost: This exhibit is included with general daily admission; $15 for ages 16 and older; free for ages 15 and younger. Indigenous peoples receive waived general daily admission to the Arboretum when making a reservation by calling 612-301-6775.

Artist Meet & Greet 
Meet with the artists in an open gallery event on Saturday, Jan. 27  from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. You can also catch these artists at the opening night of the Spring Flower Show from 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 8. 

The Intersection of Art, Nature and Science

Artist Talk and Tour | Sunday, March 10 from 1-3 p.m.

Join artists Kathleen Kvern and Peter Truran for an artist presentation and discussion concerning the intersection of art and science. Truran, a career scientist turned artist will discuss the various ways artists share common challenges and problem-solving techniques while Kvern will give an encaustic art demonstration highlighting these concepts.

Schedule: 
Artist Talk and Demo | 1-2 p.m. in the MacMillan Auditorium

Artist Tour | 2-3 p.m. in the Reedy Gallery