In my journeys in nature, I focus my eye toward the small hidden treasures that surprise me with their tiny, elegant beauty. Whether it is a mushroom, a piece of lichen, a perfectly smooth stone, moss spore cases, or a hummingbird feather, my imagination is sparked.
My art is about celebrating this tiny, elegant beauty in nature. There is beauty everywhere, sometimes in hidden and unexpected places. The interplay of color, light, and shadow sparks feelings of inspiration and joy. I work to share the lightness of spirit that connecting with nature brings.
Resources
Learn more about the benefits of interacting with nature, and its effects on our physical, mental, and emotional health:
Books:
The Biophilia Effect: A Scientific and Spiritual Exploration of the Healing Bond Between Humans and Nature – Clemens G. Arvay
The Nature Principle: Reconnecting with Life in a Virtual Age – Richard Louv
Soulcraft: Crossing into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche – Bill Plotkin
Ecopsychology: Restoring the Earth, Healing the Mind – Theodore Roszak, Mary E. Gomes, Allen D. Kanner
The Voice of the Earth: An Exploration of Ecopsychology – Theodore Roszak
The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative – Florence Williams
Biophilia – Edward O. Wilson