Artists and Exhibitions
Follow us on a journey through Ohio art and artists! You’ll see themes of nature and sustainability woven into these works and exhibitions. I hope that they inspire you to explore and connect!
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Starting in the Cleveland region:
John Sabraw
This artist, who often collaborates with scientists, creates works including paintings and installations. He prioritizes sustainability and the environment. His current exhibition is at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Cleveland, Ohio. (https://www.johnsabraw.com/)
Marlisa Dunn
This painter has a gallery in Lyndhurst, Ohio (https://legacy-village.com/store/marlisa-dunn-art/). Her work focuses on the emotions and memories tied to natural landscapes (https://marlisadunn.com/about)
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Then on to Dayton:
Nora Steele
Nora is a naturalist and artist whose work is currently in the spring art exhibit at Brukner Nature Center near Troy, Ohio (https://bruknernaturecenter.com/art-exhibit). Her digital illustrations highlight plants and animals, including those often left out of the spotlight. (https://norasteeleart.com/about)
Thomas Dambo
This Danish artist creates wonderful troll sculptures made out of recycled materials, and his work can be found globally (https://thomasdambo.com/about). You can see three of his giant trolls along the trails right here in Ohio, at Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm! (https://www.audubon.org/aullwood/explore/troll-hatched-egg-exhibit)
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We’ll travel next to Columbus:
Amy Youngs
This OSU professor creates eco-art that has been displayed globally. She weaves topics of technology and empathy into her installations. You can find images of her work on her website! (https://hypernatural.com)
Juliet Mullett
The subjects for this illustrator include local wildlife. Her art can be found in children’s books such as Born on the Prairie., as well as in upcoming exhibits in Ohio (https://ohiowildlifeartist.com)
Michelle Boerio
This Columbus born and OSU educated artist has had her work shown nationally as well as in Italy. Her paintings of wildlife including Ohio wetland creatures are filled with bright colors and joy. Check them out at her website! (https://www.michelleboerio.com)
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Last but not least, we’ll travel to Cincinnati:
Masterworks for Nature
Visit the website for this group of Ohio artists who work to fund conservation efforts. Each artist showcases their own programs, interests, and collaborations. (https://www.masterworksfornature.com)
Cincinnati Art Museum- Charley Harper Exhibition
Visit this wonderful museum beginning in October 2026 to see the works of Charley Harper, whose iconic work with bright color and simple designs have been utilized by the National Park Service (https://www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org/art/exhibitions/upcoming-exhibitions/the-art-of-charley-harper-creatures-wild-and-tame/)
Image graphic from Canva (https://www.canva.com/) Photo is of past Artist in Residence White Socks, a true icon!