The Evolving Nature of Art and the Environment

I previously wrote about the grand opening of The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park in Indianapolis. This park made its introduction a couple of weeks ago as an extension of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. This is the second article in the series.

Since the grand opening of this Art and Nature Park, many of us have started to think more about the relationship of nature and art. As an art lover I have also been a lover of nature. My favorite past time years ago was photographing nature. I, like many others, have been delighted to be able to capture nature on film. Water was one of the most fascinating things I enjoyed photographing. The new Art and Nature Park has a 35-acre lake, known as “Hidden Lake”.

One of the eight inaugural installations is the Stratum Pier, a structure by female artists Kendall Buser that overlooks the Park’s 35-acre lake. This beautiful pier appears to drift over the shoreline, creating a layered look. You can even fish at the Hidden Lake. Stratum Pier reflects the artist’s interest in the merging of the natural and the man-made environment.

This new park is a wonderful example of horticulturist and artists working together. As we become more concerned with our environment, I look forward to seeing more art work that blends well with nature.

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